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I have a lathe that I could use for the drum, and a variable speed scroll saw to drive the table. There are loads of U tube videos on how to make one. Has anybody made one? Did it work? Did the end result justify the effort? Don’t want to spend lots of money on the real thing

I have just attempted to sell a couple of items on the for sale forum, after about half an hour I get questions about both, the bigger item I am asked the normal sort of questions, then where are you and can I see it working?. I reply of course PM with a date and time. Then I have not heard...

Axi p/n 211367 1/2 inch shank plus additional 6-7mm collet £30 Never used

Maybe I am being really stupid but I have the above router fitted in my router table , now I know it can be adjusted from above using the handle but if I do should I have to lock the plunge lever to stop it dropping in use? The manual suggests yes and when tested not locking it the router bit...

I have a pair of BT powerline adapters connected from router to socket in the conservatory with Ethernet connection to run a smart tv, works fine better that using the wi-fi. No security procedures when installing virtually plug and play. I have a new consumer unit fitted with surge protector...

Hi all Hope this is not too silly a question I have a fairly well equipped workshop ie P/t Bandsaw Table saw Small lathe After owning the lathe for 5 years I actually turned my first bowl last week (ash blank I had hanging around) So far from being an expert and as it’s a hobby and to keep costs...

Hi I have a Kreg router table insert predrilled to suit triton router with insert levellers as new, never fitted due to change of plans £40 collection preferred from Manchester area

Hi I have my lathe for sale have not used it for a few years works fine, bit of surface rust in places Extension bed for same lathe SK 80 chuck Various centres Boxed set of Axminster lathe tools £350 collection from Manchester area Thanks

Scroll saw as new used twice purchased about 5years ago picture taken in its box as its virtually new £75 collection preferred Manchester area Thanks

I have the above machine and thought I saw a thread on here about having to adjust the upper rear bearing when lifting the guard up. Not a major issue but RP just said you will have to adjust it each time you change the height, it looks like the guard and hence the bearing is not staying in...

I was watching a you tube video on scroll sawing and the guy was saying to saw a straight line you have to continuously adjust your wood to compensate for blade drift. I have heard the same about bandsaw blade drift. Now having used a bandsaw a lot have never encountered this but as a novice...

Hi Having my first go at dovetails can anybody recommend a mid priced fret saw as my 20 year old b&q coping saw ain’t up to the task. Poor workman always blames his tools😳

Due to the recent cold spell I decided to do some regular maintenance on my slightly rusty iron topped machines. My planer thicknesses needed a clean and the blades needed changing so I thought what the hell simple enough job.😳 I had previously purchased a pair of magnetic jigs for setting the...

Hi all l have been playing with wood for many years hope to work it out eventually To many ideas not enough ability anyway hello all mike