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  1. OCtoolguy
    Wayne, you and others who have helped me with Inkscape all seem to be on the East end of the country. I sure wish you all were a bit closer to me. I'd sit in your home and MAKE you teach me Inkscape. LOL!
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    Ok, now I'm confused. Well, at my age, that's nothing new. But what I have is a gross of blades that have that little cut-off corner at the end but I don't have a notch in any of my blades. And the cut-off corner is on the bottom. That's where I got mixed up in the first place being as how F/D has their dimple on the top I assumed that it would be the same with the Pegas blades. Now, I'm going to have to inspect what I have and make sure I didn't get any of the defective blades.
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    Rolf, you got me to thinking. What if a person just reversed the blade holders on a Hegner and put the quick clamp under the table and put the other end above the table? Would it be that difficult to clamp the blade "blind" under the table? Just thinking out loud here. Or, maybe put quick clamps on both ends? There has to be a way to improve the Hegner blade clamping hassle.
  4. OCtoolguy
    Just like a kid at Christmas time huh?
  5. OCtoolguy
    Sorry, this was a double post. I forgot that I had already posted on this thread.
  6. OCtoolguy
    I keep forgetting about the dollar stores. Thanks. I'll check it out.
  7. OCtoolguy
    I'm so sorry, I sure didn't mean to "hijack" this thread.
  8. OCtoolguy
    I'm sort of confused. Aren't we all here because of our love for scrolling? What difference does it make if it takes a bit of time when that is the whole idea behind our hobby? I can understand it if you are in a high volume situation but this is supposed to be a hobby and a hobby is a "pass time". Relax, slow down, enjoy yourself. I enjoy the sawing much more than the sanding and finishing. Partly because of my ignorance on finishes.
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    On my Hegner, there was a soft membrane rubber cover over the switch. Is yours the same? I can't imagine how the dust is getting past that if you have it. I'm going to try to make mine as dust free as possible now that I know it can become a problem. Thanks for posting your fix.
  10. OCtoolguy
    You folks who live in the COLD are nuts. I hate going outdoors if I'm uncomfortable wearing shorts and tee shirts. I've had my time living in the cold weather. No thanks. There is a reason that I live where I live. I put up with the traffic, crowds, taxes, politics and every other negative just to stay comfortable outside. We have a/c and heat but rarely run either one. So, with that said, best of luck to you in your 30° weather.
  11. OCtoolguy
    Thanks Paul. You and I have talked many times about the Hegner saw that I had. I'm hoping this one doesn't have the same problem. As to the quick clamp, it has it already as well as the quick release arm. The only thing that I can tell so far is that it is missing the bellows. As suggested above, I may just install a vac system if I determine that this saw is what I am hoping it is. If not, well it will go back up for sale. I'm going to make room for it this time by selling my Dewalt. Somebody will get a very nice running saw if they buy it. Either way, I'm happy with my EX21 and I hope to have the same feeling with the Hegner. I realize there is a huge difference in how they operate but the last Hegner wasn't a problem once I got past the speed problem. Wish me luck. I'll find out on Monday.
  12. OCtoolguy
    My first order of Pegas was from Bear Woods. I didn't realize at the time that they are in Canada. It took 2 weeks to get my order. The last time I ordered Pegas blades was from DnD and I got them clear across the U.S. in about 3 days. Fantastic service. I do agree that their website sure does need some help though.
  13. OCtoolguy
    Very nice work and good info for those of us who are newbies.
  14. OCtoolguy
    Paul, I'm so happy to see your smiling face. Welcome back! I hope all is well with you.
  15. OCtoolguy
    That is a great saw and you will love using it. Just do all the recommended setup procedures before doing any serious scrolling. Congratulations and Merry Christmas to you.
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    Yeah, you're probably right. I just hate the over the top cost of everything from them. I'm even trying to think in my mind who/what/where I might come up with a similar thing to replace the Hegner bellows. I'm wondering if some sort of a shock cover or something like that might work. In the end, I'll probably just order the one from Advanced.
  17. OCtoolguy
    Probably from 3 different sellers. I really don't know for sure.
  18. OCtoolguy
    Kevin, the tip of one end has been ground so that it is partially gone. Just the very tip. That's the bottom end.
  19. OCtoolguy
    I don't think Olson marks their blades in any way Brad. As far as I knew, FD were the only ones until I got this last batch of Pegas.
  20. OCtoolguy
    Thanks JT. The ad tells right up front that it needs a bellows and the picture shows it to be non-existent. I'll check to see if he has it though. I'll be getting quite a bit of extra stuff too. He even offered me the stool that he used. I'll take it of course. What did you find about the pump that you didn't like?
  21. OCtoolguy
    Well, I pulled the trigger on that used Hegner that I posted about the other day. It's a $150 gamble but I think it's going to work out ok. I spoke with the seller. He is a retired guy like me and said that he thought he was going to like scrolling but hasn't done much with it. He did invest in the quick release arm and the knurled knob so that part is good. The only part that will need replacing is the bellows. At $42 plus shipping, I might just go with an aquarium pump. Anyway, I'm going to run up there and pick it up next week. It's about a 4 hour round trip if the traffic isn't too heavy. Wish me luck.
  22. OCtoolguy
    I started out with the F/D reverse but since I found Pegas, I really like them better. I think they stay sharp a bit longer and cut straighter.
  23. OCtoolguy
    I just looked at Pegas #5 for a gross. They are getting about $5 more that D&D.
  24. OCtoolguy
    Strange, I never ran into that problem.
  25. OCtoolguy
    Once again, thanks for all the great info. One more question.....will C/A work on wood after the wood has been stained or oiled? I know, I can do some experimentation but I thought it would be speedier to just ask. Thanks again folks.
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