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It really comes down to taking a good look at what you will be cutting and thinking about keeping it all together. Believe me, I'm no expert but I'm sure getting an education on this project. I told my wife that it is a "one off" and she shouldn't be wanting any more like it. Actually, the biggest problem I have encountered on it is the wood that was called for in the pattern. I switched wood types and things are going much better.

Brad, I very much agree with most everything you said here. The one thing I picked up on, and I know it's not meant as an insult, is that you keep talking to us "fellers" and "boys" and "men". Well, there are quite a few ladies who hang out here too and I know they are as caring as we MEN are. So, you might just think a bit about including them in your future posts. Please don't take any offense at me saying this. It is only meant to bring attention the ladies on Scroll Saw Village. We ALL love you and Mary Ann.

When you heated the pvc up to soften it, what did you use to "swedge" the opening to the size you needed? I would have to think it would have been too hot to use the plastic vac hose. Or did you do that?

Yes in some cases. If the pattern is symmetrical probably not but I have been cutting this pattern and there was a definite order to cut in. On the side that I would call the front, I drilled the round hole first, then I cut the inclosed areas. Then I turned it over to the side and cut the long sides. Once that was done, I came back to the front and cut the outer lines. If I had tried to do it any other way, it would have been very difficult to keep it all together.

Very nice and another way to finish a project. I like it. I'd love to see a video of how you do it.

I was thinking maybe "Rice A Roni" chicken flavored. I'll add a small amount of water too.

No Kevin. It only has the manual/auto option on the switch. Mine is the older model that was still made in the original plant. I think that was in Italy but I won't swear to it. The vac is very quiet so I really think if I can get the noise at the pick up point to be quieter, it will be the best way to go. I'm going to do some experimenting with what I have now on my Dewalt to see if it helps. A trip to H/D to get some pvc fittings is in my future. I just have to figure out what I need. In order to use the original hose end, I had to adapt it to a "soft" fitting that could be squeezed down with a clamp. I'm going to see if I can come up with a larger fitting that the hose end will fit inside of that doesn't "neck" it down. Then into larger pvc piping that I can heat and bend to get it to the upper and lower points where needed. I know that pvc can be heated and bent but I have to find a way that doesn't allow the pvc to kink or neck down. I might try filling it with sand or something like that. Maybe rice.

High and welcome to SSV. Congrats on the new saw. You won't be disappointed in the Dewalt. You may want to invest in the Pegas clamp set for it though. I am toying with putting a set on mine after doing it with my EX and finding out just how great they are. Anyway, welcome and keep on posting as you go along.

WOW! When do you sleep?

I'm seriously thinking about using the 2 1/2" LocLine kit on my EX vac installation. The Fein hose is smaller than that though so some adapting will be required. I'm hoping it will still clean up the dust but with reduced noise. I hate to spend the $50 on a failed experiment but I will hope for the best.

Things come and go on Amazon because they don't actually have that much in stock and depend on outside suppliers to furnish and ship the merchandise. That's why sometimes the ad will say how many is left.

Too soon to be able to answer your questions Christian. But, maybe someone else who has one can tell you. I just got mine and haven't used it enough to know so I will be interested in knowing too. Amazon has the best price on one.

Well, after viewing this little video, I just went to Amazon and put that kit in my cart for the next time I have a few extra bucks. My wife let me order that air filter so now, it's her turn to buy something she wants. I think she is wanting to buy a large area rug for our bedroom so that is going to set me back a bit. Oh well, that's why they call it a partnership.

Well, I sure have all of you fooled then! Ha! Just kidding. I'm not a bad person. But, I do let my politics overwhelm me occasionally.

I was just notified that I earned a Heart. I don't know what that means but it must be something good. And, I hit 1000 on something else too.

Well, from what I can see here in your pic, it looks like a "professional" fix. Way to save your work and not consign it to the firebox.

It is a wonderful hobby and I too am so happy I found this forum. The folks here are so welcoming and try so hard to help no matter what the problem or how basic the problem may be because they have all been there. Congrats in advance of your new saw. I hope you and your hubby take the time to research before buying. There are really only about 5-6 saws here in the U.S. worth buying if you are really serious. Way too many "hobby, imported" saws on the cheap.

Thanks Kevin, that will make things easier. And, of course, the talent here is lacking in any kind of imagination. I can copy anything but I don't have an original idea in my head.

This is the place I bought mine. http://www.modularhose.com.

Great idea Kevin. I have been toying with the idea of pyrography but when I started looking at what they cost to get a decent burner and all the different tips, I sort of lost interest. I would still like to be able to "dress up" my projects when called for. I may have to sit back and see what all gets written about the subject here on SSV.

Thanks, excellent idea. I have both a disk and oscillating spindle sander. I will make one for sure.

Well Brad, you said it. A picture of some kind might help us to come up with some ideas. A sketch would be great. I take it that you want a desk of some sort in your easy chair to write on and also to hold your computer? On a different subject, if you are looking for hobbies or something to stretch your brain, I might suggest learning to woodcarve. I got into that while we were out on the road and I needed a hobby that didn't take up any room and didn't add any weight to the fifth wheel. Also, I have gotten interested in micro-electronics. Do a google search on "arduino". It's really interesting and if you have any electrical knowledge at all, it's something that you can build on and learn how to do some programming at the same time. Not too much of an investment either. I have read a ton and watched a lot of videos on the subject. Also, do a search on "instructables". There are tons of things on there that you can make and do. The key here is to keep your brain working and learning. I'm 75 and I know that there is still a whole world of stuff for me to learn. The trick then becomes how to merge all the hobbies into one. I'm working on that.

Les, I bought a roll of that stuff too and I liked it until I tried the full page shipping labels. So far, they are my favorite.

Once I get all my equipment into the places that they will remain, I will get serious about where to put the air filter. I figure that even up there in the corner it's still going to be a lot better than not at all. I can already tell the difference. That little drill press is a Delta 8" that I bought in like new condition on Ebay for $45. It's got it's "shortcomings" but it will have to do until something better comes along. I don't want to give up any more space than what it takes up now.

I sure do envy you all that space. Nice job on the dust control systems.