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  1. Moved: A Speed Drive For A C-Clamp

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  2. Shovel from post-hole digger

    Started by sossol, Apr 13, 2020 11:38 AM
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  3. Angle Grinder as a Cutting Tool

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  4. How To Make a Simple Doweling Jig - DIY

    Started by diyfixman, Apr 23, 2020 12:13 PM
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  6. Moved: Simple and Fast Homemade a univeral key

    Started by Mr.DK DIY, Apr 22, 2020 02:02 PM
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  7. Make Toolmakers Screwless Vise from scrap

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  12. Lathe Dial Indicator Mount

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  16. shopmade tool cutter grinder attachment

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