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  1. OCtoolguy
    How do you folks work in your shops without making your back scream at you. I can't stand on my feet anymore. If I sit, it makes my back sore. Anybody have any input on how you help your back? I inherited my Dad's bad feet so I have a terrible time getting shoes that are comfortable too. I'm a mess. I'm just curious as to whether anybody else fights the lower back pain. Ray
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    Check this out. New listing 21 hours ago. Heck of a good price. https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/tls/d/rbi-hawk-scroll-saw/6474200280.html Ray
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    I was with Snap-On Tools back then and I bought one of the first Makita's. It was orange. Came in a metal box. That battery lasted until the drill finally wore out. The 9.6 of that same vintage was a winner too. Ray
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    Quit yer bellyachin'. You got a heck of a deal. Especially if the controller turns out to be ok. I have my fingers crossed for you. As for a light, go to Harbor Freight and buy the one they sell. I have one and it works fine. I did get a light with the Hegner that I just bought. And a foot switch. I saw a couple of Heg's in Az. for $550 and $600 and they didn't have what mine has. Ray
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    What kind of car are you driving that it would burn through that much fuel? Ray
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    I tried following all the rules on every kind of battery from the nicads all the way through to the lithiums. I never had any luck with any of them until the lithiums came out. They finally have them perfected in my book. I have two 20 volts B&D batteries for my two drills and saw. I never charge them unless I have used them pretty hard. Then I charge them until I need them again. No hard and fast rule. They are doing fine and are each over 3 years old. I bought the two drills on a close out at H/D for $20 each. If the batteries go bad, I'll just buy a new drill even if I have to pay full price. Black and Decker is outstanding in their customer service. Another story though. Ray
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    I see a second saw in the offing. Or she'll just take over yours. Good luck with the new hobby and saw. Ray
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    Don't apologize for not knowing everything from the start. I'm a very new scroller and so far, I've not accomplished much more than making some friends here on SSV. I have two saws and haven't truly finished anything. I've got a lot of great starts though. It's the finishing process that bogs me down. There are no "dumb or stupid questions" or so I was told a while back. Have fun. That's the main thing. Ray
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    I bought a large can of 77 at H/D about a year ago and paid $10. I thought that was expensive. Ray
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    Check this out. New listing 21 hours ago. Heck of a good price. https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/tls/d/rbi-hawk-scroll-saw/6474200280.html Ray
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    When you say that the 3M 77 is messy, what did you mean? And how is the 44 not messy. I'm just asking because I bought the 77 when everybody was suggesting it. There are a lot of others on the market that are much cheaper. I also bought the shelf liner that Iggy suggested and it seems to work great. Ray
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    I've thought about a cheap laser printer just for pattern printing too Mrs.N. From what I have found so far Brother makes a pretty good one and it's not at all expensive. What brand did you buy? Ray
  13. OCtoolguy
    I'm so sorry for your weather. It's cool here but it's still shirt sleeve weather. A bit breezy is all. Hazards of living near the ocean.
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    Does the saw work at all? You might be able to jump either side of the controller pot and see if it goes fast and slow with just the area in between that is not functioning properly. Ray
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    Well, don't go looking for their "card file". Ray
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    There is probably nothing wrong with the controller in that listing Scrappile. I get the feeling that they have a problem with potentiometers. But, for a $100 the motor is worth the purchase. It makes one wonder why it's available. What became of the rest of the saw? Ray
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    I'm wondering if the "K" in the part number denotes that it's actually a King/Excelsior. Seems strange to put a "k" in any number. Ray
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    That looks like a great find even with the cover on it. I can't wait to see what you find in that control mechanism. I have my fingers crossed for you that it's a simple and inexpensive fix. Ray
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    Welcome to the SSV. I'm fairly new to the hobby too. It would be nice to know where you are located. We might be able to help you out with a good used saw. There are many out there but you must be choosy on what you buy. If at all possible, don't let price be your guide. You will be miles ahead if you are patient and wait for the right saw to come along. An inferior saw will just serve to frustrate you and being new to woodworking in general, you have too many other variables to be concerned with. Best of luck, hang out and READ, READ, READ!!! Ray
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    Very nice work. I must ask you though, what is the "instrument of torture" doing so close to a "happy time" hobby? Are the weights used when you are gluing something? I can't imagine any other reason? Ray
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    The finishing process has always been my downfall. I used to leave that up to my wife but she is no longer interested in doing that. I don't blame her actually. I hate the sanding and finishing. Mostly because of my ignorance. Ray
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    So I take it that sanding sealer would be more for wood that is going to be painted? Ray
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    What is sanding sealer all about? Will that work for what you are asking? Ray
  24. OCtoolguy
    I remember hearing the story about one of the major airlines that started leaving one black olive off of their salads and saved thousands of dollars the first year. It's all about counting beans. Ray
  25. OCtoolguy
    Not knowing where you are located, let me tell you, Craigslist has a bazillion used scroll saws in my area.(So Cal). I see quite a few Delta saws on there and they have had quite a few good or great reviews here. I just bought a used Hegner with all the bells and whistles for $300. Great saw in like new condition. My first saw was a Dewalt 788 type 1 that I paid $225 for with stand and light. So, I would stay away from the low budget saws. Nothing but trouble and might just turn you off to the hobby because of their shortcomings. This is a great place to ask for advice before buying any saw. Be sure to ask questions and I guarantee you, you will get the information that you need to make a decision. Oh, and if you are new here, welcome to the SSV. Great place to hang out. Ray Here is a prime example of what I saying. I realize the table looks rusted but that will clean up. https://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/tls/d/dewalt-scroll-saw/6467808395.html
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