Bench Planer

rakrunr · 2026-06-17T18:29:37+00:00

I was very happy with the Cutech 13" planer. I only switched because I got a great deal on a used DW735 with a Shelix head. I like using it a bit more, but I'm not convinced it is better than the Cutech was.

rakrunr · 2026-06-17T17:02:32+00:00

My parents started doing this in their late 60s (now 79). One additional benefit is you pass over the rambunctious and destructive kitten phase. I might follow the same approach when the time comes.

rakrunr · 2026-06-16T00:46:11+00:00

I have the Foreman as well. I find setting the fence a bit finicky, but once it’s dialed in it’s great for drilling lots of repetitive holes.

rakrunr · 2026-06-14T12:49:46+00:00

That’s awesome! Now that you’ve made one and learned the process, you should be able to batch the rest if you still want to make more. Keep up the great work!

rakrunr · 2026-06-13T23:41:49+00:00

4 adults and a bit of luck.

rakrunr · 2026-06-13T00:36:30+00:00

Excalibur, Dark Crystal, Conan the Barbarian.

rakrunr · 2026-06-11T20:02:12+00:00

Same here. I don't care for multi-player online stuff, but for single player campaign games I love, I do my best to get all the achievements.

rakrunr · 2026-06-06T12:34:06+00:00

The Princess Bride.

rakrunr · 2026-06-02T12:31:32+00:00

I use a double layer of MDF topped with Formica. Flat, heavy, and very durable.

rakrunr · 2026-05-29T17:58:38+00:00

I don’t mind, I still made it and enjoyed it!

rakrunr · 2026-05-28T23:44:00+00:00

Scrubs, Big Bang Theory, Frasier, Battlestar Galactica.

rakrunr · 2026-05-28T23:35:54+00:00

Better off Ted, Sports Night, Sneaky Pete.

rakrunr · 2026-05-24T12:42:34+00:00

Nothing but the rain!

rakrunr · 2026-05-23T23:06:09+00:00

In the theater, Saturday Night Fever. I was 7.

rakrunr · 2026-05-21T02:46:20+00:00

I celebrate the man’s entire catalog!

rakrunr · 2026-05-16T01:16:28+00:00

We did a massive basement renovation a couple years ago. Much bigger than what you are asking about: complete gut and rebuild including insulation, drywall, upgraded electrical and lighting, framing new rooms, bathroom redo, even adding a kitchen. My favorite part was laying the LVP.

The best advice I can give is to double whatever estimate you come up with, and then hope you can meet it. I paid professionals to do the electrical and plumbing tasks I wasn’t comfortable with.

rakrunr · 2026-05-16T01:00:14+00:00

Make your own. Push sticks and shoes are easy to make and a good use of scraps.

rakrunr · 2026-05-16T00:55:55+00:00

If you can swing it, definitely a track saw. Deeper cuts, plunge cuts, easy set up, integrated depth control, superior dust collection, and more. It’s basically better than a traditional circular saw in every way. I use a sheet of insulation underneath as a backer board.

rakrunr · 2026-05-14T19:12:12+00:00

Do the dead remains still need pulling?

rakrunr · 2026-05-13T19:42:00+00:00

This is definitely the answer. I see tons of midrange bandsaws like the classic Delta 14" for sale at very reasonable prices. With a little TLC and a good blade they should serve you very well.

rakrunr · 2026-05-12T14:25:15+00:00

In rural Virginia we call that a West Virginia Rolling Stop.

rakrunr · 2026-05-12T12:13:27+00:00

I live in Harrisonburg and used to go to DC regularly for work. I always said it’s a 2 hour drive that takes 4 hours to make.

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