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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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  5. Make a demagnetizer from an old electric motor.

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  6. Thread copier - video

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  7. Mini lathe from scrap - video

    Started by Jon, Sep 7, 2022 02:09 PM
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  8. Aligning Hidden Holes

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  9. High resolution machinist jacks - video

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  10. drill jug for drilling holes in washers

    Started by Frank S, Mar 8, 2022 10:39 PM
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  11. DIY projects compilation

    Started by Budget Built, Sep 10, 2022 01:34 AM
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  12. Lathe dial indicator holder - video

    Started by Jon, Aug 31, 2022 03:19 PM
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  13. Metal lathe part 7

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    #diy, #homemadetools, #lathe, #metallathe
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  14. Flat bar sideways bender - video

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  15. Surface grinder adjustable legs - video

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  16. Dump trailer - video

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  17. Line borer bearing mounts - video

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