I am leaving early Saturday on a road trip to Texas. I will be gone at least 5 days, maybe more. I don't know if I will have access to internet, so don't expect any news from me while I am gone. If you have any news you would like to post, go ahead and write a member blog, and I will check in when I can.
ELGIN, Ill. – There’s no question that a free-standing drill press is a shop asset when it comes to accurate drilling. Now to make that task even easier, the new JET 17 in. Drill Press features an innovative cross-point laser. Mounted to the head, the AC powered dual laser guide provides pinpoint accuracy with a visual indicator on where the bit enters the workpiece. The laser operates from its own on/off switch located on the power head. In addition to the laser, the drill press has its own work light to illuminate the work area. The multi-featured drill press features an extra-large 14 in. W x 18 in. L cast iron work table with two T-slots to accept jigs and other accessories. The table also has an integrated ledge that surrounds the tabletop to support clamping operations. A replaceable MDF center insert also is included with the table. Powered by a 9-amp, ¾-hp, single phase, 115-volt, TEFC motor, the free-standing drill press offers 16 speeds from 200 to 3620 rpm for drilling or sanding a variety of materials, including wood, fiberglass, PVC, and metals. The drill’s speed adjustments are made by lifting the motor housing cover and realigning the poly-v belt drive system. The spindle uses a Morse Taper #2. The spindle’s range of travel is 4-3/8 in., while its maximum distance to the tabletop is 29-1/8 in. The drill press has a swing range of 16-1/2 in.Related to PutnamEco's latest post » Get Your Brushes and Rollers Clean. Here is a look at a new product that makes cleaning your brushes even easier.
The EasyClean Paintbrush solves the common problem of not being able to completely clean all the bristles of your brush. This is all made possible by allowing you to clean the brush from the inside out. The process could not be any easier. Simply attach the brush via a threaded handle to your garden hose or utility sink, and rinse away any remaining paint.
The EasyClean Paintbrush is available in 10 sizes (from 2" to 4" wide) in straight or angled styles from their website. Or you can pick up a 5 pack set or 7 pack set at Amazon.com with free 2 day shipping by signing up for a free trial of Amazon Prime. The best part about the free trial is you can cancel online after your month is over.
If you are tired of struggling to remove stubborn nails from 2x4's, the pneumatic NailOut might be just what you need. At 4,600 blows per minute it would be impossible for your hand tools to keep up, and is literally 10 times faster then the average human. Plus unlike carpenter Joe, the NailOut doesn't get tired after a half a dozen nails. Out of all the Cat Paws on the market, this one is the Cat's meow. Check out their website for a complete list of their products, and also take a look at their snazy looking shirts. What can I say, I am a sucker for nice looking t-shirts.
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You can pick up the pictured NailOut ProPack 2 from Amazon , and get free 2nd day shipping with Amazon Prime.
Tomorrow September 30th is the last day to enter to win the free Lift-n-Lok Tool Organizer drawing. You have until 11:59 PM Pacific Time to Enter.
Good luck to everyone that entered.
So you think you are a big hot shot woodworker... but do you own a fully customized cabinet saw complete with custom paint job, and name plate? I didn't think so. If you want to be the envy of all your woodworking buddies and own a saw that looks as good as your work, you might want to check out a custom Powermatic PM2066 Cabinet Saw. It is basically a custom upgraded version of the Powermatic PM2000.
For the first time ever, you can build your Perfect Saw, and have it shipped right to your shop. This won't be just any saw. We start with the award winning Powermatic PM2000 10" table Saw. We Blanchard Grind the top, add the reliability of an American Made Baldor motor, then install your favorite accessories. You decide exactly what color it is, and we finish it off by prominently displaying your name on the front of your perfect saw.
If this sounds like the perfect saw for you, check out the online Powermatic PM2066 designer for a complete list of available options. Not sure what the saw will look like in your shop? They even have a 3D miniature paper model you can customize and print out so you will be sure to get the look you want.
Take a picture and show us your custom paper saws in the comments below.
You can pick up a stock Powermatic PM2000 Cabinet Saw from Amazon.
Mount Prospect, Ill., October 01, 2008 – The DareDevil™ was designed to answer the needs of electricians, plumbers and other professional users in terms of speed, ease of use and hole quality. The new DareDevil spade bit takes performance to another level. Based on the independent testing, Bosch has designed the fastest, easiest to use bit ever, and we dare you to try it.
The key to this performance is the patented design of the bit itself. Many of the other wood drilling products come with a threaded tip for fast smooth feeding. A first for spades, Bosch has incorporated a full cone threaded tip, which has increased not only the speed of the bit, but also the ease of drilling.
Another patented feature of the DareDevil is the contoured paddle. This wave-like shape speeds up chip removal, adding to the speed of the bit. The combination of these two features creates astonishing results. In independent testing, the DareDevil was 2.4x faster and required 53% less force than the Irwin Blue Groove.
It doesn’t end there. While spade bits are not expected to produce anything beyond average hole quality, the DareDevil is not your average spade bit. The patented spur and reamer design is unique in that it not only scores the wood for a clean entry hole, but also has angled cutting edges that ream the hole for reduced breakout, leaving a cleaner exit hole than any competitive bit.
Individual Bosch DareDevil spade bits are available in a range of sizes:
6-inch length (standard sizes):
1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 7/16", 1/2", 9/16", 5/8", 11/16", 3/4", 13/16", 7/8", 15/16", 1", 1-1/8", 1-1/4", 1-3/8", 1-1/2"
4-inch length (Stubby sizes):
3/8”, 1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 1", 1-1/4", 1-1/2"
16-inch length (Extended sizes):
3/8", 1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8", 1"
Extension Shafts:
6”, 12”
Both extension sizes feature heavy-walled sockets with two setscrews that lock the bits securely in place.
Also available in eight sets:
6-inch length (standard sizes):
3-piece, 6-piece, 6-piece with protective pouch, 7-piece with extension, 10-piece, and 13-piece with protective pouch
4-inch length (Stubby sizes):
3-piece, 6-piece with protective pouch
Prices for individual bits range from $2.56 to $11.34 depending on size and length. Sets range from $9.60 to $45.66 depending on number of components.
Mount Prospect, Ill., September 26, 2008 – Vermont American is one of the best known and trusted brands for contractors, DIYers, and hobbyists because they consistently deliver quality products at affordable prices. They have now introduced a new line of circular saw blades, aptly named King Carbide for its large resharpenable teeth, with a product line offering something for each of these audiences.
The King Carbide line-up consists of seventeen new blades in the following sizes:
6-1/2” – 1
7-1/4” – 6
8” – 1
9” – 1
10” – 5
12” – 3
Decorating for halloween? Want to win some free gear at the same time? LumberJocks, HomeRefurbers and GardenTenders have teamed up with Lee Vally to offer 3 different halloween decorating chalenges.
If you are a LumberJock, then you must build a halloween decoration out of wood. 3 lucky people will be randomly selected to win a $50 gift card, Leather apron plane holster and Lee Valley cap.
All you HomeRefurbers must decorate your door for halloween. 3 lucky people will be randomly selected to win a $50 gift card, Lee Valley Golf shirt and Lee Valley tape measure.
GardenTenders have the classic halloween challenge. Creating a Jack O’Lantern. 3 lucky people will be randomly selected to win a $50 gift card, Lee Valley Kitchen Calculator and Lee Valley gardening t-shirt.
All entries must be in by Saturday November 1st and the winners will be announced on November 2nd. Visit the respective pages to find out all the details.
Good Luck to everyone.
Who doesn't like a great tool deal? Absolutely no one. That's why the makers of ToolKing.com started Tooliday.com. They plan to have one great tool deal a day. Yup... its that simple.
Today's deal is an Irwin Quick-Grip 10 piece clamp set for only $29.99. Thats about 10 bucks off the regular price. Be sure to check back everyday to stay up to date on all the tool deals.
