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  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: Thousands of homemade tool plans

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  1. 3D-printed die holder for lathe - video

    Started by Jon, Jan 7, 2021 02:03 PM
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  2. Wood splitter from machete - video

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  3. Tire vulcanizing machine - video

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  4. Organizing load ratchet straps

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  5. Making a traditional Chinese jewelry box - video

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  6. World's biggest reduction gear - video

    Started by Jon, Mar 23, 2020 01:44 PM
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  7. Slitting saw arbor - video

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  8. High pressure machine oiler - video

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  9. Chinese metal scrapping operation - GIFs

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  10. Roman padlock locking mechanism - GIF

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  11. Wild honey hunting - GIF

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  12. General Electric J79 turbojet engine - photo

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  13. How ball bearings are made - GIFs

    Started by Jon, Dec 29, 2020 01:15 PM
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  14. Twin City 40-65 tractor - video

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  15. 1854 richly decorated percussion shotgun - photo

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  16. Metal bender - video

    Started by Jon, Jan 6, 2021 12:32 PM
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  17. Lathe carriage - video

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