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I'm sure someone must of already done this. I'm trying to work out how to make an adjustable base plate for my pillar drill. I've got a project in mind which requires some blind holes drilled at 30 & 120 degrees. I'm thinking of something hinged at one edge with a curved metal guide that I can...

I'm looking for options. I recently received a live tailstock for my old SIP. The base has been machined so it is too thin to form a snug fit in the rails. The locking clamp also doesn't have a plate. I don't have any engineering kit to mill a custom plate. But I do have plenty of wood. If I...

Recently I asked for advice as to a sub £200 turners lathe suitable for a begineer (me). I've bought a SIP 01488 within my budget with faceplates, chuck, gauges and a set of turning chisels. I gather this machine has a poor reputation but I need to start somewhere. One thing I'm thinking of...

This is my first post so here's hoping someone can help. I've been creating simple candle holders to go on our dinning table out of standard small bowl blanks by using my Pillar drill and a large Forstner bit. I'd like to make these holders more accurately and to a better finish. I've been...