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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 $250 monthly prize. Tool tips and tricks should go in the Tool Tips and Tricks subforum.

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  1. CNC attachment for lathe - video

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

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  4. Soda blaster - video

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

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  6. Propane tank smoker - video

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  7. Firewood elevator - video

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  8. Polygon lathe cutter mechanism - video

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

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  10. Non-ferrous height gauge base - video

    Started by Jon, Dec 26, 2022 04:34 PM
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    Started by Mr.DK DIY, Dec 25, 2022 02:40 AM
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  12. Moved: A special fixture for cutting horizontal slots

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

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  14. Log Grapple, Log Tongs

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  15. Pin replacement tool for RC car driveshafts

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

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  17. Moved: Tapping stand

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  18. Lathe bushing oil groover - video

    Started by Jon, Dec 15, 2022 05:33 PM
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  19. Router Table Circle Jig Modification

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