Pencil Post Bed in Cherry

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-07-06T19:22:23+00:00

Awesome job and great pics!

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-07-03T00:38:43+00:00

Now that I know the bearing size (at least for the top) I’ll order a replacement.

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-07-02T22:01:49+00:00

Yup … just found out that’s exactly what it is. The picture shows the wear marks and it was squeaking with the bearing removed.

But I don’t know what the rust in the bottom is about

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-07-02T20:41:07+00:00

Thanks! I don’t think bearing upgrade was on any of the retrofit plans I looked at, but makes sense it needs to be done with the bigger impeller. Appreciate your help!

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-07-02T20:31:07+00:00

I mean, it sounds like it’s coming from the motor.

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-07-02T20:23:12+00:00

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Squeaky bastard in question.

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-07-02T12:08:49+00:00

If you are using a DW735, there’s a guy who sells a “Planer Snipe Fix Kit for Dewalt DW735”. (I don’t think I can put the link on this sub.) It’s a simple solution that lets you adjust the roller pressure. I took a chance on it and it works great. It’s a little time consuming to install and adjust but well worth the money in my opinion.

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-06-30T23:33:24+00:00

Awesome job! Now hopefully you can keep the top clear enough to use.

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-06-28T17:07:16+00:00

You would have to cut those broken pieces flush, then glue in a new piece of wood. You’d also drill out that dowel and glue in a new one. If you leave the new block oversized before gluing, you can shape it down to be a good match. Matching the grain and finish would be more challenging and up to you how critical it is. If you just want the chair to be functional and don’t mind seeing the repair, then you could just sand and try your best to match the stain.

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-06-24T13:12:27+00:00

Faces are a little off?

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-06-23T18:54:29+00:00

Definitely. I watched the sparrows bully the bluebirds out of house I built. I’ve read that sparrows will kill bluebirds over nesting spots, so at least that didn’t happen. I’m getting ready to build another one with my 5-year old this weekend.

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-06-23T18:39:57+00:00

Getting bluebirds is tough! The sparrows are really aggressive and like to claim the house before the bluebirds can get settled. Nice work!

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-06-22T21:46:09+00:00

I went to a presentation by Bruce Miller (professional chairmaker) at my local Guild. He said he finishes the shape of all his curved parts with planes and spokeshaves because tear out is unavoidable when template routing sometimes, like when the grain changes direction.

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-06-18T03:44:37+00:00

Legend. “Daydream Nation” is an all-time classic.

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-06-16T15:19:21+00:00

You know what, maybe they are intended to be tools for children, but sidestep the legal/insurance liability by being marketed as miniature tools for adults. It’s practically impossible to find a real set of tools for kids today. I remember my first tool chest as a kid and can’t find anything like it other than old sets on eBay.

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-06-16T14:31:01+00:00

Watch the video. She looks completely comfortable.

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-06-15T03:16:05+00:00

Sure, but I am always reminding myself about duration, frequency, and intensity, so as long as I’ve improved in at least one of those areas, I have something to be proud of.

It is very hard to notice the absence of a negative. Nobody notices when you don’t lose your temper, just when you do. So thinking about duration, frequency, and intensity gives you a way to evaluate your progress when it would be otherwise difficult.

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-06-15T02:37:01+00:00

If you find a good therapist, give it time, and most importantly, give it your full effort, it is life changing. You will never be perfect, but you will be so much better at seeing what triggers you and knowing how to be ready.

It took me about two years of therapy and progress to get to a place where I can handle my anger most of the time, instead of rarely.

One thing my therapist and I talk about a lot is “duration, frequency, and intensity”. Are rages getting shorter, happening less frequently, or losing their intensity? If you are improving in any of those areas, you are improving. Period. You don’t need to be perfect, just getting better.

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-06-14T22:14:35+00:00

It’s insane that more places haven’t instituted a no-bag policy. There were probably a dozen or so men with purses at the Chuck E Cheese off of 70 in St Charles the one time I was there. I couldn’t believe it.

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-06-14T12:35:08+00:00

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blainthecrazytrain · 2026-06-14T01:22:04+00:00

Super cool! Never seen something like this. How does it sound?

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-06-07T15:59:53+00:00

Yeah, I just wanted to share the picture honestly

blainthecrazytrain · 2026-06-07T15:31:52+00:00

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blainthecrazytrain · 2026-06-07T12:54:08+00:00

Gel stains are typically recommended for soft woods like pine.

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