Mike Fletcher

Saving from landfill is the objective of the Repair Cafe. We have fixed many vacuum's, toasters, coffee machines, etc, even a robotic...

You're entitled to your opinion. I completely disagree with your opinion. How can... I won't go on.

I volunteer at our local Repair Cafe for the mechanical / Electrical station. I use my own tools, tool many to list here and most have...

Small correction, I used 12mm MDF.

Hi all, I used 18mm MDF, connected to a 100mm dust extraction system utilizing both the box and the saws in line dust port. I removed...

I have a Makita LS1019L, front rails, compound cuts, excellent thin kerf blade, accurate and repeatable cuts, very, very solid. I...

I am involved in a Men's Shed start up and we need several items. Belt sander and pillar drill would certainly help. You can post the...

I get your point. If budget and size weren't an issue I would opt for a meter square, cast iron, 3hp monster. Unfortunately that is...

I have seen this saw. Seems bit of a brute but that's ok. And its cheaper. Any idea of spares availability? The Axminster AC216 is...

I have looked at the Kity 619. I understand spare parts are rather rare. The Charnwood 629 is a reasonable fit, however the ones I...

Yes, exactly. While fixing the lawnmower they talk, make new friends and in my experience, talk about ways to deal with life's problems...

We know the size of the area where the saw will live (with wheels) and the AC254 will be the best fit. Larger saws (I have a 10"...

Please remember, a Men's Sheds primary objective is Men's mental health. It is intended for men (and woman in most Sheds) who have...

All clubs / Sheds / and other social gatherings will always have a "boys club" feel. Our Men's Shed is not like that. We welcome...

There isn't a standard footprint for table saws. Some are giant sliding panel saws, some are small giant's with extra long table...