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  1. A few guys worth looking into for toolmaking.

    Started by Yamez-IMF, Jan 28, 2019 08:44 AM
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  2. Moved: revisited lantern chuck

    Started by CHP, Jan 20, 2019 12:50 PM
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  3. Hydraulic press

    Started by Mick4404, Jan 21, 2019 06:01 AM
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  4. Tool post riser

    Started by jjr2001, Jan 23, 2019 02:40 PM
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  5. Measure the temperature of molten lead

    Started by jjr2001, Jan 23, 2019 02:34 PM
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  6. Vacuum hold down unit

    Started by Bellevue Woodshop, Jan 20, 2019 07:37 AM
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  7. Multitool

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  8. Moved: A Sheetmetal Filing Button

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  9. Uses for Magnets

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  10. Moved: Improving the Harbor Freight Drill Press Locking Clamp

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  11. Lightbulb DIY Lab Bench Power Supply

    Started by Lahis, Jan 22, 2019 08:34 PM
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  13. Childrens dining suite

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  14. Moved: Precision metal chuck faceplate for a wood lathe

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  15. Moved: Drawknife from sickle

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  16. Universal tractor splitting stand

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