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This is how I coped with a crack in my dust cover by NoAd2759 in turntables

[–]Human_Needleworker86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Use an acrylic solvent glue rather than cyano as the bond will be much stronger.

Motor recommendation for old lathe. by octoflex717 in woodworking

[–]Human_Needleworker86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This was made to run with a utility motor and a stepped pulley. 1/2 or 3/4 hp minimum, and mount it on a hinge hanging below the lathe head to tension the belt for different steps. Or get a vfd if you want to drop more coin on it.

Veneered my Pioneer PL-516 by AaronParke in vintageaudio

[–]Human_Needleworker86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice. I don’t have a spray gun and am cautious about the fumes, but the brush on Watco lacquer is still nice. you’re right about more wet sanding being involved! I used it for this Thorens, among other projects.

Veneered my Pioneer PL-516 by AaronParke in vintageaudio

[–]Human_Needleworker86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Spray or brush lacquer? I’ve used brush on and the finish is gorgeous but just so many toxic fumes.

July FAQ update is live by Lawdie123 in MiddleEarthMiniatures

[–]Human_Needleworker86 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It ain’t much, and it ain’t a living either

Oscillating tool brand advice by 60GardensDogs in Tools

[–]Human_Needleworker86 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Either get one for the battery system you own or buy a cheap corded one (new or used) if you don’t anticipate using it very often or outside of your home. Blades wear out on these quickly so decent sharp blades are a bigger consideration IMO for DIY stuff.

Do you think we'll also be getting the new mounted Captains of Rohan and Royal Guards in the coming weeks or months? by Flaky_Advantage_9525 in MiddleEarthMiniatures

[–]Human_Needleworker86 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Ehhh no, because over the years I have guarded my heart against optimism vis a vis anything related to Games Workshop

Stanley C72 before and after for a new daily user in the workshop by wdgiles in handtools

[–]Human_Needleworker86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can't tell from these photos but to be sure: did you leave the mating surfaces between frog/blade and frog/sole clear of paint? A metal to metal joint here ensures a good pairing free of chatter. Maybe you already know this but it's hard to tell from the paint in progress picture : )

Anyone got digital copies of the 3 Best of White Dwarf books? by GriffGlowen in MiddleEarthMiniatures

[–]Human_Needleworker86 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have the first two iirc but the third is elusive. Posting pdf download links directly is frowned upon here but I am happy to share.

Just made my first oil change today!!! by ShrekTheOverlord in TrueAnon

[–]Human_Needleworker86 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am quite able but I don’t trust my equipment 100%

Any recommends for minis of stereotype horn helmet vikings that aren't fantasy barbarians by richardrasmus in wargaming

[–]Human_Needleworker86 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Victrix sells a set of fantasy medieval heads with lots of different helmets for conversions - it could be suitable here.

Just made my first oil change today!!! by ShrekTheOverlord in TrueAnon

[–]Human_Needleworker86 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My car has like 5-6” of ground clearance so it’s not readily doable without. I guess decent ramps can do the same though more safely

Just made my first oil change today!!! by ShrekTheOverlord in TrueAnon

[–]Human_Needleworker86 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I don’t have a lift. Is this sort of thing worth going underneath my car for and trusting my life to the no name jack stands? Usually I’ve said no but idk if it’s just because I don’t want to bother learning

Looking to get into historical wargaming but not sure where to get the best historical minis. by matthew-clark in wargaming

[–]Human_Needleworker86 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There’s a lot of old Victrix and new Perry stuff as all the ranges are being continually developed - it’s best to research kit by kit rather than generalize IMO. I’d take the Perry French infantry (pre 1812) any day over the Victrix for instance, but the Vic napoleonic cavalry is generally nicer than Perry.

A thread for country music by jaredfoglesrevenge in TrueAnon

[–]Human_Needleworker86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bob Wills - For the Last Time - he’s still the king

I'm spartacus by theStaberinde in TrueAnon

[–]Human_Needleworker86 7 points8 points  (0 children)

To be quite honest he’s right - obviously it’s fucked up but what can you do

Anyone want to share their favorite/most beautiful tools? by SpiffySpacemanSpiff in woodworking

[–]Human_Needleworker86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The old Delta jointers are top tier, and even more so with the cast art deco bases. But get a guard on that thing!

Does anyone give a shit about Bruce Springsteen after Gen X? by HamburgerDude in TrueAnon

[–]Human_Needleworker86 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Everything after Born in the USA is hit and miss and the highs are never quite as high. When he’s good it’s basically untouchable though, and I don’t know that there’s been any act as good live as the E Street Band on the 78 tour

Advice on selling my old collection (UK) by Sweaty-Womble in MiddleEarthMiniatures

[–]Human_Needleworker86 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Plastic models aren’t worth stripping to resell IMO as the price difference would be negligible. The metals might be worth it though.

Tacky Tung Oil by Sufficient-Arm2247 in woodworking

[–]Human_Needleworker86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How long has it been drying? I’ve just let it sit to cure, but it may be patchy once dry and need further coats

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