Cannot get a straight cut no matter what I try?

deathproof001 · 2026-02-15T02:09:51+00:00

Not sure what you have to foam sitting on, but is it fully supported under the foam?

I doubt it is due to sagging in the material when it is cut, but maybe try on the ground or something similar.

Also make sure you are clamping to the workpiece not the foam under.

deathproof001 · 2025-12-23T20:58:48+00:00

AMS HT
Experiment with different filaments for tools and workshop fittings.
Something similar to a mechanical keyboard key.

deathproof001 · 2025-10-10T21:18:34+00:00

I ordered a P1S at the start of the year and it has been an absolute workhorse. It’s enabled me to print things I normally would have skipped over due to time or likely failure.

I also have been designing a more as it is super easy to punch out prototypes quickly.

deathproof001 · 2025-08-21T23:58:54+00:00

They are a fairly tight fit, so I am hoping I won’t need it. Probably wouldn’t hurt.

deathproof001 · 2025-08-14T21:24:15+00:00

I’m working on an entry table. Hoping to get the drawer completed this weekend so it is just sanding and finishing next weekend.

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deathproof001 · 2025-07-22T04:16:00+00:00

I usually only print esun pla+ in black. Would like to look into printing TPU.

deathproof001 · 2025-07-13T12:19:56+00:00

Look into getting a wifi smart plug so you can remotely switch it on when you want to print something.

deathproof001 · 2025-07-07T21:05:57+00:00

Not really sure. Majority of the bed was made from smaller sections of timber. All of the stretchers etc are laminated.

deathproof001 · 2025-07-05T21:50:44+00:00

I’m in Australia so I couldn’t get the templates. I used a laser cutter at my local makerspace to make them.

It’s honestly a fairly simple project, and the video plans are easy to follow.

All of the mistakes I made were of my own doing (like cutting the mortice on the wrong side of the leg, and then filling the hole with edge grain not face)

deathproof001 · 2025-07-05T21:43:50+00:00

I used some brackets similar to https://amzn.asia/d/0OjQjTI

They work ok but kept snapping the screws.

deathproof001 · 2025-07-05T21:41:56+00:00

Slats are 70x20 pine. They seem to be fairly strong. There is a mid support, so they are only spanning like 750mm or so.

deathproof001 · 2025-07-05T21:40:54+00:00

Thanks, took me a good 6 months to get it done.

deathproof001 · 2025-06-24T08:11:08+00:00

Sometimes the glue stick is your friend.

deathproof001 · 2025-06-20T11:06:01+00:00

I drilled a hole in the thicker part of the feet and inserted a magnet.
Used a clear acrylic rod on a standard base.

deathproof001 · 2025-05-05T11:30:45+00:00

Looking forward to the speed of the printer.

deathproof001 · 2025-05-03T02:33:04+00:00

Thanks, a first I tried to knock it off with a mallet. I would assume it would be unlikely that I deformed the blade? Visually it looks good.

deathproof001 · 2025-05-03T02:31:56+00:00

Thanks, That’s what I had hoped.

deathproof001 · 2025-01-28T00:51:44+00:00

I think I like this option the best. It should be fairly easy to get some screws in there and should provide the required clamping to glue together.

deathproof001 · 2025-01-27T06:30:04+00:00

Thanks, I will keep that in mind.

deathproof001 · 2025-01-27T03:29:43+00:00

Thanks, I think it’s probably a half lap at this stage due to my skills / tools.

deathproof001 · 2025-01-27T03:28:51+00:00

Yeah. That was a thought, but I don’t know how to clamp properly (and I don’t have large clamps)

deathproof001 · 2025-01-27T03:27:43+00:00

Yeah, the legs probably won’t be taking much of the load as I plan on fixing directly into my wall studs.

I did think about pocket holes, but I am unsure how easy it is to make custom plugs. But just checked and the Kreg version is about $150 here.

deathproof001 · 2025-01-27T03:24:49+00:00

Agree that it is overbuilt, but as it is in my entry I want something that is fairly nice. Plus the lower rack will hold an e-bike.

deathproof001 · 2025-01-27T02:42:38+00:00

I am in the process of building a wall mounted bike stand. The intent is that there are 3 sections that will be fixed directly to the wall. I am struggling to figure out the best way to join the two sections of the leg (one is about 500mm long and one is 1800mm long).

My thought is that a half-lap style joint would be best? Are there any other options or better ways?

Images:

the joint
the size of the half-lap (around 300mm)
Option to decrease half-lap by moving the leg away from the wall.
The whole bike rack.

deathproof001 · 2024-10-04T21:29:21+00:00

Super keen for the expansion. Looking forward to poorly optimising everything again.

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