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  1. OCtoolguy
    Jim, have you done a cost comparison? Just curious as to which way is the most economical.
  2. OCtoolguy
    Unfortunately for us here in parts of So Cal, we arent' "allowed" to buy mineral spirits. We are forced to buy the smelly stuff called "paint thinner". I have no idea why but our fearless leaders must have a very good reason for it. The were probably able to find more ways to tax it. I know, I'm very cynical but I hate being "nanny'ed" to death.
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    It seems like I recall somebody on here suggesting a 50/50 ratio. Not sure but that sure sticks in my head. I think it might have been Dgman.
  4. OCtoolguy
    That's exactly what I bought on Amazon for about $15. 60 tubes and the rack. I think I posted the link up above.
  5. OCtoolguy
    Congrats on your new saw. I know you will love it and I for one look forward to seeing your accomplishments.
  6. OCtoolguy
    Thanks for your input. I agree with you but, in this world we live in today, it's almost not workable. I would love to see a return to the old days of true craftsmanship. What I think is needed at Bushton is one person who does nothing but communicate with customers or potential customers. For them to charge up front for something that is not available and then not communicate with the person whose money you took is just not right. Of course, none of us know what the actual operation is like at Bushton. Heck, maybe it's a family of 3 and they are working 12 hour days to keep the farm going. Whatever it is, they should be up-front and keep the lines of communication open.
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    Here we go. $22.00 and free shipping. https://www.ebay.com/itm/24-x-5-roll-flexible-30-mil-Magnet-BEST-QUALITY-Magnetic-sheet-for-Car-signs/182516967107?hash=item2a7edbe6c3:g:vVwAAOSw~AVYnc-7
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    I just found this by googling. https://www.amazon.com/Magnum-Magnetics-Strong-Flexible-Material/dp/B00HPAB2DW/ref=asc_df_B00HPAB2DW/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312393068560&hvpos=1o5&hvnetw=g&hvrand=4315964365999646768&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9031544&hvtargid=pla-568877589769&psc=1 A lifetime supply for $20.00 OOPS! After reading further, there is a $13 shipping cost. No Prime.
  9. OCtoolguy
    Well, if they had the money to buy the company, and operate a farm, they should have the means to operate the business properly or else sell it to someone who can. It's obvious that there is a market for the Hawk saw. I have been watching the group that has formed on Facebook who have Eclipse saws. It would be great to resurrect that product but it would take some money and someone who understands manufacturing. If you are at all interested, check out Facebook and search for the Eclipse scroll saw group.
  10. OCtoolguy
    Years ago when I was a newbie in the tool business, I had one customer who owned a machine shop and they made one specific aluminum part for Boeing. It was some sort of an internal wing strut. My point is, there was no one machine shop who Boeing was dependent upon to make their parts. They farmed most everything out and only did the final assembly. Knowing what a simple mechanism the Hawks are made up of, it's ridiculous to me that they are trying to do it all themselves. And trying to do it between planting and harvesting makes it that much more ridiculous. Someone needs to step in there and create a better business model for them. The main reason that the price of a Hawk is so high is because of the low production runs. They need to step up and build enough machines to supply a year's worth of business at a time and half way through that year, repeat the whole thing again. Never let your business run out of inventory. Never. If you don't supply the product, someone else will. That's precisely why China kicked our butt.
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    Unfortunately, I live in a a God Forsaken place where they cut down trees to make parking lots and high-rise section 8 housing. No sawmills here because there are no trees. Well, except for the pine trees but they are being killed by the pine bark beetle. No forest management here.
  12. OCtoolguy
    I'm so glad I'm not alone Les. I complain all the time about the cost of stuff and since getting into this hobby, the material is the most expensive thing we must have.
  13. OCtoolguy
    Now, why didn't I think of that? DUH!
  14. OCtoolguy
    Can you give us a link to the one you bought? The one Steve bought didn't cover the whole table. I see yours does. Thanks for the review.
  15. OCtoolguy
    Is that a sander in the last pic? If so, what is it? More info?
  16. OCtoolguy
    I was thinking Steve Good too. He has a free program that uses that if I'm not mistaken.
  17. OCtoolguy
    Some folks are just plain born artists. And then there are the rest of US!
  18. OCtoolguy
    That table is nice and flat. Attach sandpaper to it and use it for "flat sanding. Can't think of another use. Maybe a very small boat anchor.
  19. OCtoolguy
    We would not have changed a thing. If my wife had not suffered a minor stroke we might still be out there. Thankfully she recovered.
  20. OCtoolguy
    You are amazing. Thanks for your service.
  21. OCtoolguy
    If that's your first project, I can't wait to see the next one.
  22. OCtoolguy
    A replacement cord for a Hegner is more than $20.
  23. OCtoolguy
    Welcome to the Village. This is the right place for info, advice and general comaraderie. You got a great deal. I hope all the pieces and parts were with it. The blade clamps and wrench would be what might have been lost but if you have those you are in business. As Scrappile said, go to that website and download the manual. Also, if you need help Wolfgang is very good at returning emails. Good luck with your new toy. I hope you enjoy the hobby. There is so much to it you will never learn it all. Everybody here is "hooked" for sure.
  24. OCtoolguy
    My wife and I spend 3 years doing what you are doing now. We were fulltimers in a 36 foot fifth wheel. It was while doing that, that I picked up the need for something to do with my hands. I got into woodcarving because it weighed nothing and took up no space. I envy you being out in your rig. We miss it terribly. It was the best 3 years of our 49 years of marriage. I recommend it to everybody. Selling everything we owned was the hardest part. Oh, and I love the basket. I am into baskets too. Great job, beautiful wood. Well done.
  25. OCtoolguy
    I'm still not sure of what you want to do. I see what you have there but what is it you intend to do differently? I've never heard of "inlace" so that's a mystery too.
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