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  1. Jim McDonald
    Les, Just did a couple of compounds in 1.5 inch poplar. Used #5UR and went slow on the cuts. Taped the pieces back in as I went and they turned out good. A couple of places I wish I had used a smaller blade for detail. I did try other blades, like Pegas MG and some Olson Mach, but kept going back to the Dutchman.
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    Toys

    Jim McDonald replied to John B's topic in Bragging Rights

    I have stopped being awestruck by your work--I just expect everything you post to be outstanding. Finish is flawless and execution on the train is great.
  3. Jim McDonald
    To echo Dave, I am truly sorry for the loss, but I think the cross is a work of beauty.
  4. Jim McDonald
    Just picked up a recip saw last night and the special is still going on.
  5. Jim McDonald
    Nothing changes on the DeWalt except the color of the clamps. They work exactly the same. I feel I get a better grip on the blade with the Pegas, but it could just be newer clamps.
  6. Jim McDonald
    I have a Ryobi drill and impact set that came with two batteries. For the lightweight uses around the house, they have functioned very well for a couple of years. I have added a couple of other tools from the system and upgraded one of the batteries to a 4aH.
  7. Jim McDonald
    Just remember to drain the water from time to time.
  8. Jim McDonald
    Frank: You did a great job on the cutting and framing of the plaque--BUT, you did a better job parenting a 25 year teacher. A hearty pat on the back is deserved.
  9. Jim McDonald
    I sand the stock prior to attaching the pattern and use a 240 sanding mop if needed after cutting. (going to buy a 320 or 400 this year when I stop at Klingspor) I also use emery boards for the fine detail work.
  10. Jim McDonald
    Lots (and lots) of fine work on the body of that creature. But--we have all come to expect that from you.
  11. Jim McDonald
    We tried to start a club here in central Indiana, but trying to draw from a large area spelled doom from the outset. We were all active posters over at the old magazine board, but I have not seen or heard from any of them for a long time.
  12. Jim McDonald
    Looks great. Great idea on answering the computer questions up front.
  13. Jim McDonald
    Lots of sawdust removed and puzzled discovered in all that wood. Storage looks full. Put your feet in the water and enjoy being at the beach.
  14. Jim McDonald
    Knowing the finish you put on those toys years ago, can't wait to see the pictures.
  15. Jim McDonald
    I might just have do one for our conservation club.
  16. Jim McDonald
    The late, great Rodney Dangerfield.
  17. Jim McDonald
    This is like the old movie serials. Can't wait to see what's coming next.
  18. Jim McDonald
    I have purchased a lot of wood from Sloan's in the past, but the last bunch I got was from the Klingspor location in Hickory, NC. Granted, I was in there and ran into the stack, but I pulled the top five sheets and they were great. Might give them a call--a great bunch hanging around the counter.
  19. Jim McDonald
    Great execution of the patterns.
  20. Jim McDonald
    That should keep you busy for a day or two!
  21. Jim McDonald
    Ray: Not being a smart alec, but Google the conversion on 68°C.
  22. Jim McDonald
    As my old DW788 screws were aging (since replaced by Pegas), I would put a piece of sandpaper on a marble tile and then sand the ends flat using that set up. Seemed to get me an extra few months before I did eventually buy a new set of screws. When It was time for another set, that's when I upgraded the clamps.
  23. Jim McDonald
    Here's where I bought mine years ago: https://www.stevespanglerscience.com/?s=BABY+SODA+BOTTLES&post_type=product (Just ordered some for the new blade brands I'm now trying)
  24. Jim McDonald
    Great idea and skillful execution. I'm sure that will be treasured.
  25. Jim McDonald
    Like the idea of the purple heart birds, but last fall, I did a batch with poplar birds and then painted them. To some people, painting something that small is a hassle, but I found a bit of challenge. The birds didn't actually resemble anything specific, but they did add color to the "porch". I did eight for my sister and gave her ten birds and perches so she could pick which bird went to a specific bird house and recipient.
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