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  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: Thousands of homemade tool plans

    Started by Jon, Feb 26, 2020 12:29 PM
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  1. Topographic Abney level - photo

    Started by Altair, Aug 8, 2021 06:07 AM
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  2. WWI trench catapult - GIF

    Started by Altair, Aug 10, 2021 07:13 PM
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  3. Transverse concrete screed - GIF

    Started by Altair, Aug 11, 2021 08:27 PM
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  4. Increasing the accuracy of a Spindex unit - video

    Started by Jon, Aug 5, 2021 04:28 PM
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    Aug 13, 2021, 05:58 AM Go to last post
  5. Restoring a vintage factory workbench - photos

    Started by Altair, Aug 12, 2021 12:56 PM
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  6. 1930s industrial grinder lighting - photo

    Started by Altair, Aug 12, 2021 09:51 PM
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    Aug 12, 2021, 11:08 PM Go to last post
  7. High output stove burner - GIF

    Started by Altair, Aug 5, 2021 08:27 PM
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    Aug 12, 2021, 09:19 PM Go to last post
  8. Shrink fitting a large tapered bearing - GIF

    Started by Altair, Aug 12, 2021 07:13 PM
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  9. Corner clamp with pin - video

    Started by Jon, Aug 12, 2021 02:49 PM
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  10. Magnetic dovetail block - video

    Started by Jon, Aug 12, 2021 02:45 PM
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  11. Can you use an endmill in a drill chuck? - Basics 2

    Started by theeddies, Aug 11, 2021 03:35 PM
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  12. MD 500 helicopter transmission - GIF

    Started by Altair, Aug 7, 2021 03:42 PM
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  13. Trimming a slate roof tile - GIF

    Started by Altair, Aug 9, 2021 10:27 AM
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    Aug 12, 2021, 09:39 AM Go to last post
  14. Quick change tool post and holders - video

    Started by Jon, Aug 10, 2021 04:51 PM
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    Aug 12, 2021, 09:34 AM Go to last post
  15. Manure shaker separator - GIF

    Started by Altair, Aug 4, 2021 07:13 PM
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  16. Moved: Identify this tool

    Started by Frank S, Aug 6, 2021 05:42 PM
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  17. Hinge tweaking tool - photo

    Started by Altair, Aug 12, 2021 08:14 AM
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  18. WWII tank gunner training turrets - GIF

    Started by Altair, Aug 12, 2021 06:07 AM
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  19. Automotive gear for use with lathe carriage - video

    Started by Jon, Aug 10, 2021 04:49 PM
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