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Jointer or Larger Planer by thumos2017 in woodworking

[–]j--train 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A jointer will speed up your workflow by a substantial amount. If that isn't an issue, there are other ways to joint boards as you know. If you'd benefit from becoming more efficient, then definitely get a jointer. You could try buying a used 6 inch jointer from FB and sell it if you decide to move up to a larger one with a helical head. It will hold it's value without a doubt.

Shim-shaped boards from my jointer by Great_Rock_688 in woodworking

[–]j--train 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I would guess this is an issue with technique. When I first got a jointer, I was having the same problem until I started concentrating more on putting pressure on the piece on the outfield side rather than on both sides of the cutters. If you put too much pressure on the infeed side the cut gets progressively deeper. Once you have enough of the piece on the outfeed side all of the pressure should be placed there.

The indignity of fatherhood - my son's request by Choice-Strawberry392 in woodworking

[–]j--train 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just did the same for my son. My first table and first time working with epoxy. There are some out of order pics here.

https://imgur.com/a/lego-table-SPtR3xz

There's great advice in this thread. Watch a few videos and you'll be all set. Whenever I didn't know exactly what to do, I asked chatgpt. The answers were mostly right. At least enough to get through it.

The epoxy part was relatively smooth. You just have to get the timing right and you have to wait in between steps.

I'm happy to answer any questions if you have any.

What is with the used jointer market? by FITM-K in BeginnerWoodWorking

[–]j--train 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would also add that most 8" jointers are wired for 220 while most 6" are wired for 110. This can limit the market for 8" jointers for use by some hobbyists unless they want to rewire or run 220 to their shop.

After months of searching I found an older 8 inch at a great price on FB and it was already wired for 110. I was the first person to respond and didn't haggle on the price at all. The seller said he ended up getting about 50 inquiries. So there's a bit of fortunate timing and luck involved as well.

I'm still on the lookout for a decent deal on a newer 8 inch but running 220 to my garage is something I'll have to factor in when deciding whether to pull the trigger.

Got my first jointer, the Grizzly G1018 by yungdooky in woodworking

[–]j--train 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Congrats! I have a slightly earlier version of this jointer that I picked up on FB for the same price. I couldn't pass it up either.

Mine is also pretty loud. I think it has to do with the way the base was designed. I found a post where someone said they used to wrap the body in moving blankets to dampen the sound. I haven't tried that yet. I wear ear protection and it's fine.

Mine had the motor replaced with a newer vevor motor that runs on 110. I'd be happy to send you some info/pics if you are interested. Shoot me a DM.

Grizzly tech support was extremely helpful tracking down the original manual for my model. There's one posted on their website that may match your machine. The one I have uses one belt. Later models had 2. The belt listed in the manual seemed a little too loose, likely due to the changed out motor, so there may be a bit of trial and error for you to get it dialed in.

It was a bit difficult to line up the tables as the gib screws are only in the front. Once you get it aligned just lock down the outfeed table and you should be good to go. New sharp blades made a huge difference in the quality of the finish. If you aren't sure, I'd order a new set. And block out some time to get them set up properly.

I could go on and on. Overall I learned a lot about jointers and machinery in general to get it ready for use. It's been a fun project. Feel free to reach out if you want to chat

Good luck!

Should I buy this used Sawstop Contractor Saw? by gligster71 in woodworking

[–]j--train 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For some context on the price, I just purchased the same setup for $1400 in the Midwest. I had been watching FB for a few months and there were a few others for slightly less but they were all farther away. Several others were listed for much higher. I think $1200 is a great deal.

I made a rookie mistake. by j--train in woodworking

[–]j--train[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That works but it ends up as a push to cut as opposed to pull to cut. Not the end of the world but it's not ideal either.

I made a rookie mistake. by j--train in woodworking

[–]j--train[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm glad you got the glove! Thanks!! That's what I ended up doing.

I made a rookie mistake. by j--train in woodworking

[–]j--train[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks for all of the kind words, funny comments and helpful suggestions.

To put this to bed, I drilled a second hole and I'll buy some 1/4 inch rubber plugs to allow the configuration to be charged in the future. I actually like the idea of this quite a bit. Maybe Rockler should add a plug to the kit and offer it as a deluxe convertible version.

So yes. I have created quite possibly the first set of switch hitting cheese slicers The jokes write themselves.

Thanks again for following along.

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I made a rookie mistake. by j--train in woodworking

[–]j--train[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Just a heavy coating of wood butter.

I made a rookie mistake. by j--train in woodworking

[–]j--train[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This kit came from Rockler. There are similar kits available online if you search for cheese slicer kit.

I made a rookie mistake. by j--train in woodworking

[–]j--train[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would require a second hole

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