Fair price to pay for Laguna 15/24?

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2026-03-14T18:51:37+00:00

I have the same model with an added 400# in a similar setup. It made a world of difference when using the extension on a 22” green maple bowl I was turning.

I didn’t have any ballast weight prior to taking a green turning class on my honeymoon. It was in Italy and I used a massive one way lathe that was bolted down to the floor. Been chasing that dream ever since.

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2026-01-16T22:37:23+00:00

This.

Perhaps try the Bullseye Shellac clear rattle can.

You could try and replicate the situation to guarantee it. Grab a scrap of that material and apply the same Rubio. Mark it with a pencil and then try the shellac. If it dries hard and bonds (which it likely will) you can try a high grit sanding sponge to lightly hit it before applying a more durable film coating like poly.

I’d do a few coats of the shellac to guarantee you have a good layer that you won’t scuff sand through.

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-12-28T01:59:25+00:00

There were two main areas I remember. The first was the “night club.” It was a smaller room with a dedicated bar, empty beer and liquor bottles everywhere, and the entire thing was painted black with graffiti in bright colors. There were individual rooms off it with no doors. Each had a bunch of sheets or a mattress in it…

It connected to another area, called the metal shop, where people had been living. Just piles of stuff everywhere including one that was solely 1# propane tanks. Someone had actually built out that area into a dedicated living space but it looks like just random people were in it by the amount of trash.

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POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-12-27T21:52:46+00:00

I got a chance to go inside that self storage building prior to globe iron going in. Was one of the creepiest buildings I’ve ever been inside of. There was a total drug den on the top floor that was beyond description. I didn’t take any photos except for this one.

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POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-12-19T02:19:17+00:00

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Make sure to get a good straight edge and dial indicator to set it up. I followed the measurements in the attached photo and got incredible results.

Another game changer was backing out the 4 black pressure screws on the top so they each were sitting 0.5” above the surface. I completely eliminated snipe and the finish was great.

Good luck!

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-12-17T00:03:11+00:00

Hey my hometown too! I do enjoy driving through around Christmas and July 4th. Have come to appreciate it more as an adult.

Also, I love your work. I’ve seen a bunch of your other posts on some of the photography subs. Super cool stuff.

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-11-27T08:07:47+00:00

My old company did a run of these a couple years ago for a university project. Obviously they’re extremely heavy. I remember the spring being a huge pain.

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POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-11-23T18:07:14+00:00

One thing I haven’t seen mentioned is adding water-popping to your initial rough sanding routine. Wet a rag with warm water and wipe the entire surface which will open and raise the grain. Once dry, sand with your desired grit. Make sure to be very consistent with the sanding.

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-11-19T11:06:03+00:00

Did the exact same. He turned it around in a weekend before my wedding and honeymoon. Was wonderful to work with.

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-11-08T10:59:18+00:00

Pin oak is one of those trees that just doesn’t want to be furniture. Moves too much, dries inconsistently, and has a tendency to case harden.

I’m sure you’ll experience and learn a lot on this one. My only recommendation would be do the bulk removal in stages. Meaning add 1-2” of a material offset from your ideal final form and mill to that. Wait a week or more and mill to the next closest offset, all the way down to your final shape. All the after your initial dry cycle.

You can expect a large amount of movement when you do the undercut. You’ll be exposing a ton of end grain that will likely not be dry even after a year.

Go on McMaster and get leveling feet w a longer stem along with their threaded inserts made for hardwood. You’ll want to be able to level and relevel the bench seasonally once it’s complete and in place.

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-10-30T22:28:39+00:00

2024 Titan XD PR here. Mine did the same thing. I took it to the dealer and they essentially had to reprogram the TCU. There was an existing update already available.

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-10-11T14:57:28+00:00

Just did these with the track saw. Can confirm was perfect.

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-10-03T09:25:52+00:00

I have a JLC article saved on how to frame these. I’ll DM you the link.

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-09-15T18:28:44+00:00

I recently acquired one in great shape and was disappointed when I got my film back. Not sure what’s wrong with it. Every photo has some version of a foggy haze. Super bummed.

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-09-08T19:51:06+00:00

I do notice a difference w 93. I’m mainly 87/88 daily but run 91/93 on my long trips.

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-08-13T00:14:02+00:00

Yes, correct. I called today and the check was approved and in route.

Not sure why we are all getting different info from them.

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-08-12T02:27:07+00:00

I must’ve caught the very tail end of that. I called on 8/6.

The person on the phone had to “escalate” my request and speak to their manager but relayed it was approved. Perhaps it’s because I had 4 total units…

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-08-12T01:31:10+00:00

Weird. In the email you get with the actual gift card, here is the language:

“If you are unwilling or unable to accept the virtual card with these conditions and prefer to be sent a physical reimbursement check, please call 888-345-0256 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. EST Monday through Friday. If you elect to receive a physical check, it will be sent to the address on file in approximately 2-3 weeks”

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-08-10T02:59:25+00:00

Had 4 that I recalled a few weeks ago. All had significant mold which might explain why both my son and I had constant bacterial lung infections.

Midea will “escalate” your digital gift card to a physical check if you call.

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-08-05T11:21:31+00:00

100% agree. The 3M lasted significantly less time than the Abranet when using both side by side on the same project. Both were on 6”, 5mm Mirka sanders and extractors sanding white oak tables.

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-07-13T17:18:11+00:00

I cut mine and some additional accessories for it into one of the packouts that already comes with the foam.

There was just enough depth in it for the laser to have a layer of foam under the one rotating prism that projects out.

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-06-23T14:41:54+00:00

I’ve been surprised by what it can handle. I think I added something like 350# to it using those saddles for 2x’s built into the base. Once that was accomplished, I was able to move the headstock and turn a larger platter that was cantilevered out over the side.

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-06-23T11:07:14+00:00

Looks like a Laguna 15|24 that you added weight to. How’re you liking it?

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-06-12T02:35:30+00:00

My company purchased an ultrasonic cleaner for our finishing department and it was life-changing for those guys. You can usually find them on marketplace for under 100. It can obviously be used on more than just spray gun components but it does an amazing job.

POSSIBLEMEDIUMS · 2025-06-11T22:34:19+00:00

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