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Talk about homemade tools and ideas for homemade tools in this forum. If you post any of your homemade tools, they'll be automatically added to the HomemadeTools.net directory of homemade tools, and credited to your username. The best tools are awarded a $100 weekly prize. Tool tips and tricks should go in the Tool Tips and Tricks subforum.

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  1. Rebar knot handle - video

    Started by Jon, Dec 28, 2022 01:44 PM
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  2. CNC attachment for lathe - video

    Started by Jon, Dec 27, 2022 02:59 PM
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  3. Air compressor from scrap tank - video

    Started by Jon, Dec 28, 2022 01:44 PM
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  4. Sheetmetal cone roller - video

    Started by Jon, Dec 28, 2022 01:44 PM
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  5. Soda blaster - video

    Started by Jon, Dec 28, 2022 01:43 PM
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  6. Rebar bottle opener - video

    Started by Jon, Dec 27, 2022 03:00 PM
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  7. Propane tank smoker - video

    Started by Jon, Dec 27, 2022 03:00 PM
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  8. Firewood elevator - video

    Started by Jon, Dec 27, 2022 03:00 PM
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  9. Polygon lathe cutter mechanism - video

    Started by Jon, Dec 23, 2022 02:24 PM
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  10. Workshop oil burning stove - video

    Started by Jon, Dec 26, 2022 04:35 PM
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  11. Non-ferrous height gauge base - video

    Started by Jon, Dec 26, 2022 04:34 PM
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  12. 3 DIY Genius Smart Idea / Useful things

    Started by Mr.DK DIY, Dec 25, 2022 02:40 AM
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  13. Moved: A special fixture for cutting horizontal slots

    Started by Occasional machinist, Dec 25, 2022 06:24 PM
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  14. Soundbrenner Haptic Metronome Leg Clip

    Started by rgsparber, Dec 24, 2022 04:33 PM
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  15. Log Grapple, Log Tongs

    Started by Andrey Konovalov, Dec 24, 2022 08:02 AM
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  16. Pin replacement tool for RC car driveshafts

    Started by Volodymyr Zhadlun, Dec 24, 2022 05:30 AM
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  17. Vapor blasting cabinet - video

    Started by Jon, Dec 22, 2022 05:05 PM
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  18. Moved: Tapping stand

    Started by morsa, Dec 13, 2022 06:11 PM
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  19. Lathe bushing oil groover - video

    Started by Jon, Dec 15, 2022 05:33 PM
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