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Hello everyone, i made myself a couple of jigs a few years back but its now time to replace them. However,l i'm struggaling to get my head round one of them, i was wondering if someone would be kind enough to make both for me. If so, how much would it cost?? I'll be using my bandsaw to make...

Afternoon everyone, i'm sure this has been done before but wondered if anyone has used any aluminium extrusion to construct their own rail and fence system?? Something along the lines of the Incra system (http://www.incra.com/product_tsf_main.htm) I was thinking of buying some extrusion...

Hi all, I've noticed that my bandsaw has been making a lot of noice and vibrating recently so decided to investigate. I checked all of the wheels and pullys and it seems to be coming from the motor. Looks like it's the shaft bearings. Has anyone had any experience in changing them or know of a...

Evening everyone, I’m looking for two things. Firstly I’m looking for a mitre gauge for my Elektra Beckum BAS 450 wn bandsaw (picture below), I’m not sure what the size of the track is so that’s the thing I’m stuck on. Are all tracks a standard shape and size? Also, can anyone recommend a good...

Hello everyone, I'm after a little advice on how to finish willlow. I'm currently using 120 grit sandpaper to remove any lips/ tool marks etc followed by Mirka CARAT sandpaper in 150/ 180/ 220/ 240 grits. Then finishing using Fiddes (light) supreme wax (buffed to a finish). I'm getting a...

Hi guys, I’ve had my lathe for a couple of months and I’ve bought a Dakota pneumatic sanding drum from Rutlands. I could do with a larger one though, does anyone know where I could buy one from or how I could make one? Also, what would you recommend for sanding willow? I’m currently using...