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I got to wondering about sources for wood that we all use. The one nearest me is Cherokee Wood Products. I have recommended them in the past and I know a few folks have tried them. I just contacted them to see if they are considered "essential" at this time and they are open for business. I told them I would spread the work here. If anybody else has a source that they use, lets post those businesses that are open and available. https://www.cherokeewood.com/hardwood-lumber/woodworking-supplies/scroll-saw-wood-and-thin-wood-boards-for-crafts/
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Just when I was getting used to it, gone!
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That's my thought to Larry but I guess if I'm going to make enough bowls, it might be cost effective that way. It's always the first one that hurts. I do like making bowls though.
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Excellent! Ya got lucky.
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I got it too. Been going crazy trying to figure out what I did and trying to turn it off.
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Well, the principle is still the same. One walker ahead of the cane. Rinse, repeat.
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Les, go on Amazon and type in round inflatable ball sander. It will come up. They are about $45 but you either have to buy their pump or figure out another way. They say you can use a bicycle pump but I don't have one of them either. It seems that the only outfit that makes them is Guinevere. Their stuff is high end. Way out of my price range. That's why I'm asking this question. I'm going to try to figure out another way. I have some of those red Scotchbrite abrasive balls but I'm not sure they will do the same job.
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Not yet. I wanted to finish up what I'm working on first. I am going to have to take my saw apart to do what I want to do so I've put it off. I have everything I need to do it and have hooked it up to try it. It works great as Les stated. I'm excited at the prospect of having two Excalibur saws on mobile stands that will each have their own self-contained dust control systems. The tiny little cyclone really does work and that MicroVac is very strong for its size. As stated, it's a bit noisy and that's why I configured that "muffler" for it.
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Every once in a while, I need to stick something together fast. And when I go to do it, I find that my c/a glue has dried up or I can't get it out of the tube. I've glued my fingers together too many times trying to squeeze a tiny bit out. I'm a veeeery slow learner.
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I'm curious to know how many of you have invested in the round inflatable sanding ball that I have seen mentioned in many of the articles I read. It seems like a pricey investment by the time you buy the pump, the ball and a selection of sanding sleeves. Is it worth the cost? Keep in mind that the cost is important when on a fixed income so I must ask these questions.
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The same goes for looking down the barrel to see where the bullet went.
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That's been my experience too. I have never done as Les mentioned though. I'll do that in the future. A sharp rap on the bottle bottom to settle it. I am going to try inserting a pin in the nozzle too. Can't hurt.
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Hey Tom, I just clicked on that link and it appears that the long ones aren't available at this time unless you want to buy a used one.
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Thanks, I was just making a blanket statement after reading about how the glue works. I know that Gorilla Glue, not the super glue but the regular glue works on the addition of water.
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Com on Les. It's just one cut at a time. Like walking.
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I just found an informative site regarding super glues. After reading it, I have come to the conclusion that the accelerator may be nothing more than water in an aerosol can. The super glue works with the humidity/moisture in the air. I'll bet they are just selling water to spray on the glue joint. Anyway, I'm a lot smarter about super glue now than I was an hour ago.
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Bill, I bought that brand one time and for the life of me, I could not keep the tip open. I know I tightened the cap too. Do you do anything special to keep the tip open? Thanks for the info too. Do you know if they make an accelerator for that brand?
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Beautiful job. Grandpa should be proud.
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This one looks like fun. Anybody? I think it might take half a lifetime just to drill all the holes.
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That is an awesome project. I might have to give it a try someday. Not yet, that's for sure. I'm still struggling with cutting a large circle.
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I see mention here quite often of C/A glue. I know what it is but my first question is, what brand do most of you use? Then, once you've opened it and used the tiny bit you are going to use, how do you keep it from going bad until the next time you need it? I buy the cheapest and smallest tubes I can find because I never get to use it a second time. Also I know there is something called "accelerator" but I'm not too familiar with it. I've never used it. Anyway, I thought this might make a good topic for folks to react to and we all might get some information/advice on the subject. Also, viscosity is another question I have. It seems that the last batch I bought has the consistency of "snot". Sorry but that's what came to mind.
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What day is today?
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There is a neat metal container on Amazon. I bought the small one but I wish I had bought the big one. Mine will work but it doesn't allow for the lid/cyclone to tilt out completely. My design flaw. Didn't plan ahead.
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I just went to that link on eBay and bought one for $44.99 plus tax. Free shipping. I have no idea what I'm going to do with the accessories that come with it. Now I have two sets. I'm going to order the cyclone too. I've been waiting for the credit card to clear. End of month. By using PayPal credit, I get an extra month with no interest. Now all I need is another cpap hose.
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The MetroVac is on eBay. Just do a search and look for the best price. The cyclone is on Amazon. Here are the two links. https://www.ebay.com/i/392312907529?ul_noapp=true https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B082P28VQJ/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_4?smid=A2D157CTWK245Y&psc=1 cpap hose is here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07VLXG6RR/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_5?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1 For the Tropical orange juice bottle, you'll have to scour your neighbors trash.
