Tricks of the Trade
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Dowel Pin Shrinker
Don’t make a common mistake when it comes to a miscalculated dowel installation, Bruce Kieffer has a simple solution.
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Socket-Assisted Speed Clamping
Save strain on your hands with this simple reader’s tip for adding a socket and some extra surface area to your clamps.
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Color the Molding Gap
If you struggle to make the fit on your molding exactly right which can leave a slight gap. This reader suggests a way to hide it from the naked eye.
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Helpful Workbench Groove
Improve your workbench top and reduce frustration with this simple (and groovy) reader’s tip.
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Office Supply Blade Guard Aid
Keep your miter saw’s blade guard out of your way when making checks and adjustments with this simple solution from Charles Mak.
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Screw Adds Micro-adjustability to Stop Block
Make quick adjustments to your shop-made stop block with a quick screw installation and this simple tip.
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Simple Modification Expands Cole Jaw Capacity
For some jobs, even larger lathe chucks just aren’t big enough, this reader has a simple solution to increase their capacity.
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Plug Fits Tape-side Up
Remember which side is up on a polarized power cord with this simple solution.
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Labeling Setscrew and Allen Wrench Sizes
Easily identify what Allen wrench you need for your tools with this simple reader’s tip.
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Supersized Miter Gauge
When you need to cut something that is too wide, long and/or heavy to accurately cut with the equipment at hand, this jury-rigged solution will help be your guide.
