First off, your machine is WAY to clean! How thick is your flywheel? I would cut it out of flat stock and go from there. I am presuming that you have...
I made the Howell "Miser" about ten yrs ago. It runs on very little heat, but does not produce much power. Therefore, the friction must be kept to a...
A Craftsman 6X18 was my only lathe for many years. It can do quality work if you respect it's limitations. A good tool post and sharp HSS tools help...
Why have I never thought about a carbide insert for woodworking? DUH? I think I will make one, seems it would save a lot of gouge sharpening. Back to...
I like to collect STUFF as well, latest being a Unimat. I know piebald is two colored, but how does that relate to a human condition? If that's what...
Evan, what is piebaldism? New term to me. Incidentally, my hemochromotosis problem is pretty much under control,with about 10- 12 phlebotomies in the...