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I fitted out my new workshop 12mx8m with Daylight White fluorescents and 600mmx600mm modular panels (50 & 60 watt). The panels are situated over the bench areas offering superb light where you need it. These are around 4700 to 5000 Lm's. Personally having tried a range of lights during...

All sorted. Good old WD40 to the rescue. A good overnight soaking did the trick. Amazing stuff.

I have the above and I'm hoping someone may be able to help please. I've had this from new in 2003. I am trying to remove it's Arbour (for the first time) so I can start using the router facility. My problem is that the Arbour will not budge and won't come out. I've followed the manuals...

I don't know if they are interchangeable with Dewalt. What I can tell you, as I had it confirmed by Trend technical, is that the T10 and T11 bases are not interchangeable, ie you can't fit a t11 base to a t10 router. Not sure what is wrong with your base but you can buy new bases for a t11 or...

Your right on 99% of saws Steve. I've suggested my thoughts based on what happens to the tyres on Kitys over time. The compound goes very soft in bandsaw terms and placing blades more centrally should not alter tooth set. This said, the blade must be set up correctly and if done so blade...

Set up your saw as I've said earlier using the logics of Alex Snodgrass YouTube videos. It is excellent advice. I've used and set up many 613's. If you have maxed out the blade tensioner adjustment then there is something seriously wrong and don't use it until you sort the problem. I would...

That's sounds a good plan. I don't think it matters if you do have marks where the teeth will run as if you follow Mr Snodgrasses advice no matter what blade you fit it will always run in the same position. Seriously, check out his videos; I don't think you will regret it. Good luck.

I've had this machine for years. The original tyre are flat tyres and as you say blade teeth are supposed to overhanging the tyre. The problem is, as the tyre ages, they become softer and you may struggle to hold blade position and have effective tension. This problem is exagerated when...

In order to calculate this by formula, in addition to the diameter you would need to know what the Surface Feet per Minute is. In general saw blades have a 10,000 SFM which is the desirable speed to run a saw blade (This may be where you get your thought from). From general information 4.5 inch...

This machine has a 900w input rating meaning the output rating would reduce to 650/750 watt. That said it should handle reasonable stock size. An half inch blade 3tpi skip tooth blade is designed to cut a 2.5inch dia circle. A 1/4 inch 6tpi skip tooth is designed to cut a 1 inch diameter circle...

Another option could be to fit a centre hinge and socket or a cranked centre hinge. These fit in the door end and in the frame. The hinge and socket allows you to flush fit the door face with the frame and the cranked one can be flush or have the door cover the frame. I think these could work...

Sorry not exactly sure what your problem is. Can you post photo of the problem?

Given what you have said I stand by what I've already said. A thorough check is by no means a bad thing. If the tables are not aligned correctly you will not achieve the correct finish when planning. As Cabinetman says there should not be a problem to the extent you are suggesting. I wonder if...

I'm surprised by your comments as this should be a splendid machine and creat a finish that should suffice just final sanding. This is a Trade standard and should withstand the rigures of a good days work. There is nothing wrong with HSS blades if kept sharp and set-up correctly. Spiral cutters...

Looks great. Who's make is this? Pleased you're sorted.

Fully agree with Roy. It's sad to say that most new machines require you to check they are set up and adjusted correctly. Never trust what the manufacturer has done. You might be surprised at what you find but when done, you know it's set up correctly and you have learned a-lot about the...

Alan. Its definitely a great read and it will certainly help you make good decisions for what you need to achieve. There are some techy bits but nothing that needs a professional to interpret for you. If you need any help you can always contact me direct through this forum.

I use a combination of Trend (from Trend Direct) and Kreg (Applelby Woodturnings). Both screws are great but I prefer the Pan heads as they seem to seat better and there is more metal around the square. The main problem with all of these is that the driver wears on the corners. Keep an eye on...

Given what you have said and that you are using some great dust producing machines, you are at a perfect time to install a system that will work for your workshop and how you work wood. I was in a similar position to you many years ago. A friend had a professional company install a dust...

Like Tyreman says 240 grit should suffice with a good quality teak oil finish. I did one recently and it csme up a treat. Liberon is another good make. If you're unsure, do a test area on the tops underside. If it was me I would take off an underside fixing to see if the screw holes would...