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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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    Started by Jon, Feb 26, 2020 12:27 PM
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  1. Extra support hand, adjustable stand

    Started by dtech, Jan 23, 2017 10:29 AM
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  2. How To Make a Simple Doweling Jig - DIY

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  3. Fiber laser cutter - videos

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  4. Moved: Lucris SteelRuleDie/Enbossing/Letterpress Press

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  5. using drill press to extend lathe

    Started by Frank S, Dec 4, 2021 08:25 PM
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  6. Pipe belt sander attachment/ tube polisher

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  8. Moved: HOMEMADE CHAIN BENDER

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  9. Moved: Uses for worn multitool blades

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  10. Hydraulic press improvements

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  11. Question about motor to use for a bead roller

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  12. Furnace Gas Burner Design

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  13. Moved: Modifying Socket Head Cap Screws

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