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I removed the silly side guide discs from my BS350 and replaced them with ebony blocks, works for me. I also replaced the screw that holds the back guide disc, that didn't work to well although the minuscule movement doesn't seem to matter. I then replaced the back guide disc with a disc i cut...

IF you clean the saw well, i.e. no dust. It is possible to get a dull blade to cut by holding an old sharpening stone lightly against the running blade. It won't cut like a replacement of course but it will get you out of trouble. But be sure to get rid of all dust first, and I'm not...

I've used a Dimplex oil rad. on a plug in timer for several years, my 5mt by 4 mt shed always been comfortable, although it is only insulated in the roof. I had a cheapie halogen before that good, but not as robust and I prefer the oil rad. because there's less to worry about fire wise

I had a straight razor that had CK made in wales engraved on the blade, but can't recall if it said where in wales.

If you can find an address / details for Ray Jones the Liverpool woodturner. He could probably help, last time he demonstrated at our club, he was using rubber wood in 3" squares. Sorry can't be more help than that. john

srray, you could try contacting Rundles of New Bolingbroke, Lincolnshire. They deal in old machinery and repair/make fairground rides and steam engines. They might be interested in your lathe etc.Hope this helps.

I'm no expert, but my understanding is that the 'v' lines running from the back of the handle on the second plane were introduced so that 'green' castings could be worked. Previously castings were stood outside after forging to 'weather' and allow any stresses to show before the casting was...

Feather edge ? or USA style clap boarding ? i.e. horizontal not vertical as feather edge would suggest.

The last one I saw in the flesh, was £65, at a local carboot 3 years ago, guess inflation has struck since then !! Yes I would have bought it, but it was already in somebodies sticky mitt, I got there as he was counting out the money. Mind it didn't have the box so it probably wasn't worth...

Nice work, D.W., something to be proud of for years to come. Enjoy them.

When I was boy working on the farm, the hedge layer Harry used to swear by Elderberry bush wood to use as handles for hammers etc. hope this helps. Cansdale

Thanks for the heads up on these problems guys, was looking to buy one of these, since the Tormek is beyond my pocket. But their no good if you can't get replacement wheels. Cansdale

Having spent a fascinating afternoon with Pete, that was both instructive and productive. I'd like to publicly thank him, the tip in first 20 minutes was worth the trip. If you're considering saw sharpening and want to be shown how, give Pete a call. Best wishes to him for his up coming...

Thanks Greg, she suffered a truly awful injury, and 7 months down the line still does know if she'll lose her eye. All from doing what we love, makes you think about being careful. cheers cans.

We've all done it, that one second of carelessness, usually we're lucky, but every so often --. I came on this last night and if it's been posted previously forgive me. www.lynneyamaguchi.com the web site, go to september blog and read on.{sorry can't link it, to computer illiterate} It's a...

Yes Please, look forward to it. Cansdale

Hi, just read your post, nice plane, IF I read it right your back skate is 0.5mm lower than the front skate? Seems about right to support the blade at the very back of the tip,as it cuts. Hope you haven't yet filed it level,the 'v' grove is the mating surface in the blade that fits the skate for...

Thanks guys, Bob I did both links, good info, seems I need thermal re-enforced tape unless carpet joining tape will do, back to the drawing board ! Hudson, I should've said it was for a linisher the glue joint seems to "bump" but thanks again Cans.

In an effort to cut costs, I'm seeking to make my own sanding belts. Does any one have any info on the reinforced tape that is used on the joint of these ? I've searched the local retailers, and experimented with gaffer tape etc. but no joy. If anyone has any idea of what is used and where to...

To test for co-planar you could take a strip of ply, and using one straight edge cut out a "C" so that you have a strip with 2 straight edges that will reach around the sawtable. Thus allowing you to reach both wheels for trueing. Regards Cans