A Tools Thread

[lowfat]

I think we (or maybe just me) could use one of these.

Buy a new tool and need to brag about it? Post it.

Not sure how to use a tool? Hopefully someone with experience can answer.





I've started to collect tools I need to make some cabinets. Was watching a video on YT and came across someone using 'table saw stock guides'. I've watched a lot of vids on table saws and this was the first time I've came across them. He was using 'JessEm' guides but they sell for $340 so those are out of the question. I found a 'Woodstock' brand one for about $100. Anyone ever use something like this? If I want to cut a bunch sheet goods solo, would this be worth the money? Also it doesn't come w/ nuts to mount. Is the t-slot standard on table saws and anyone know what the size is? The company wants $20 for a pair of damn nuts, which is nuts .

 

[clshades]

Holy fuck haha. I'd need to take a vacation to post the bulk of my tools.

 

[sswilson]

One of the best tools I've ever bought......

https://www.lowes.ca/product/woodworking-tool-accessories/kreg-crown-molding-cutting-guide-326038

Saved my sanity while redoing our basement bathroom.

 

[crazyea]

How do I post a picture of my son? Ok, relax, it's just a joke.

 

[SugarJ]

@lowfat If you're breaking down 4x8 sheets, a rip guide and a circular saw work a lot easier than trying to cut full size sheets by yourself on a tablesaw. Like this: https://www.kmstools.com/kreg-accu-cut-48-quot-circular-saw-track-system.html Rough cut the pieces a little big, then use the table saw to cut the pieces to exact size.

Or use a straight edge clamped to the sheet. I use my 48" level more than I dig out my accu-cut or rip-cut if I'm working by myself. But mostly I get my wife or son to help if handling large pieces. Featherboards are handy too to keep the material tight against the fence, and are a lot cheaper than those rolling stock guides. https://www.amazon.ca/SWMIUSK-True-Flex-Featherboard-Woodworking-Tablesaws/dp/B08DK9DY3Z

 

[Marzipan]

what is this thing you call a tool?

 

[Jokester]

I just watched Colin Furze's new shop and I have major tool/shop envy now.

Makes me want to save up and build a proper shop. I have a small room and workspace atm.

 

[Izerous]

Ultrasonic cleaner and some jars.
Put the parts in the jars and the jars in the machine and you don't go though near as much chemical, or need to clean the machine as much. Easy thing to overlook but they really can be amazing and save a mountain of time when working on filthy parts.

+1 to saw guide and circular saw.

https://www.princessauto.com/en/48-in-clamp-and-cutting-guide/product/PA0008535759

These are just long enough to do a 4ft cut.

 

[clshades]

@lowfat If you're breaking down 4x8 sheets, a rip guide and a circular saw work a lot easier than trying to cut full size sheets by yourself on a tablesaw. Like this: https://www.kmstools.com/kreg-accu-cut-48-quot-circular-saw-track-system.html Rough cut the pieces a little big, then use the table saw to cut the pieces to exact size.

Or use a straight edge clamped to the sheet. I use my 48" level more than I dig out my accu-cut or rip-cut if I'm working by myself. But mostly I get my wife or son to help if handling large pieces. Featherboards are handy too to keep the material tight against the fence, and are a lot cheaper than those rolling stock guides. https://www.amazon.ca/SWMIUSK-True-Flex-Featherboard-Woodworking-Tablesaws/dp/B08DK9DY3Z

I second the rip guide. Far cheaper too.

 

[lowfat]

I did by one of these a month or ago. Just forgot about it.

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B08146J2T8