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hi folks.using the old imp today and the motor stalled.had a look and the belt drive was very tight.adjusted it as much as I could ,every thing working but belt so tight.then started to throw the belt off with the motor as far forward as possible on adjustment real struggle to get the belt on to...

Hi folks.Been offered some fallen laburnum,can anyone advise what its like to work with?Not for turning probably small occasional table.regards.

hi folks, i am making an afromosia back board for a memorial plaque which will be placed outside.I have used the same timber to repair a garden bench which I finished with teak oil.The timber ie the teak turned black.I am wondering if I can use yacht varnish or if it will react with the...

hi, about to make three small tables using pitch pine .would like advice re finishing preferably gloss finish but open to suggestions.regards bw

Hi folks, I have a w.gilpin bevelled edged chisel .It is 12" long and is quite fine.Would this have a specific use or is it just extra long. Unfortunately it has the wrong handle on it from a modern era. Anyone know what type/shape the handle should be and what timber it would be made fromCheers...

hi folks, can anyone recommend a magazine which is suitable for someone with woodworking skills but not too advanced. cheers bw

hi folks , recent purchase of an imp band saw, which recommends half inch blade for straight cuts.I can buy a 3/8locally.Would the narrower be ok for general use mainly straight cuts.cheers bw

hi folks,when do you work a router anticlockwise or clockwise.I seem to get on better anti c no matter what im doing.explanation would be welcomed regards bw

hi folks, imp bandsaw for sale locally.Any info re suitability for light usage.First time I have heard the name.Regards birchwood