http://www.instructables.com Mon, 28 May 2012 06:01:31 UTC BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-hatchetmatchete-thing/
How to make a hatchet/matchete thing - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCT/DRG1/H1ZG8FSV/FCTDRG1H1ZG8FSV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCT/DRG1/H1ZG8FSV/FCTDRG1H1ZG8FSV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCT/DRG1/H1ZG8FSV/FCTDRG1H1ZG8FSV.SMALL.jpg epicawesomeeli For this instructable use any piece of metal and wood that you have.  This could probably be used as a hatchet or a matchete. this is my third instructable. what you need  You will need  materials -a piece of hardwood(i used maple) about two feet long and about 2 inches thick -a piece of metal(1/...
By: epicawesomeeli

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 May 2012 02:33:04 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Sandpaper-sheet-cutter/
Sandpaper sheet cutter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/TTMO/H1YOIWBJ/FSOTTMOH1YOIWBJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/TTMO/H1YOIWBJ/FSOTTMOH1YOIWBJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/TTMO/H1YOIWBJ/FSOTTMOH1YOIWBJ.SMALL.jpg lime3D I made it at TechShop http://www.techshop.ws If you have a 1/3 sheet or 1/4 sheet finish sander, then you know that pre-cut sheets of sandpaper can be purchased, but how many times have you cut your own from a full sheet? You probably cut it crooked with a utility knife, dulled your scissors, or to...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 May 2012 00:58:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Tiny-Screwdriver/
Tiny Screwdriver - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/46Y5/H1YOI5JV/FEU46Y5H1YOI5JV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/46Y5/H1YOI5JV/FEU46Y5H1YOI5JV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/46Y5/H1YOI5JV/FEU46Y5H1YOI5JV.SMALL.jpg ThatKnottyguy Ever needed a mini screwdriver? No? Me either! But It was fun to make! If you are intrigued, read on! Materials What you will need Wooden dowel- your choice of size Sandpaper 18 Gauge wire Hammer Anvil -or- as I use, a mallet Drill with small bit Hot Glue gun Saw ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 May 2012 16:54:19 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Brass-Hammer-Build/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/ZVHR/H1YOI3WP/FGYZVHRH1YOI3WP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/ZVHR/H1YOI3WP/FGYZVHRH1YOI3WP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/ZVHR/H1YOI3WP/FGYZVHRH1YOI3WP.SMALL.jpg pfred2 I got so much junk I don't even know where half of it came from. Such was the case with this chunk of brass bar I had on one of my workbenches. I was using it to hit stuff I did not want to mar up so badly, but I was just grabbing it and using it like a savage. One thing I do not have though is a br...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 12 May 2012 21:20:22 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Free-Small-Drill-Bits-For-Life/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F83/1GT0/H1YOAQWA/F831GT0H1YOAQWA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F83/1GT0/H1YOAQWA/F831GT0H1YOAQWA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F83/1GT0/H1YOAQWA/F831GT0H1YOAQWA.SMALL.jpg Lignumvital Welcome to my instructable, I am lignumvital and today I want to show you how to save money on your DIY projects around the house. This little trick can prevent you from having to buy small drill bits or when in a pinch save you from a trip to the store. Please feel free to share other ideas and use...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 9 May 2012 14:09:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Inverted-Jigsaw-table/
Table Mounted Jig Saw - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1S/516F/H1JUJTYS/F1S516FH1JUJTYS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1S/516F/H1JUJTYS/F1S516FH1JUJTYS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1S/516F/H1JUJTYS/F1S516FH1JUJTYS.SMALL.jpg Lignumvital I am an artist by trade so I do not have a lot of money to build tools for my studio. With my work it is also a goal to share my knowledge with the world. There are a lot of people out in the world who are in the same boat. Your not alone, and I hope this helps someone out in the world at large. Wh...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 May 2012 15:52:08 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Improved-Table-Saw-OFF-Switch/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGG/52TE/H1EMHWE5/FGG52TEH1EMHWE5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGG/52TE/H1EMHWE5/FGG52TEH1EMHWE5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGG/52TE/H1EMHWE5/FGG52TEH1EMHWE5.SMALL.jpg domino88 This is a very self explanatory one-step instructable.  I made this large OFF switch for my Makita MLT100 table saw which has a plastic body.  Hence it was easy to screw the hinge to it after pre-drilling some pilot holes. Now I can turn off the saw with my knew without having to look or feel for t...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 May 2012 04:30:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-adjust-bobbin-timing/
How to adjust bobbin timing - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/QK6M/H1JUJ12W/F03QK6MH1JUJ12W.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/QK6M/H1JUJ12W/F03QK6MH1JUJ12W.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/QK6M/H1JUJ12W/F03QK6MH1JUJ12W.SMALL.jpg KaceyK Sewing machines are surprisingly delicate pieces of machinery.  When the bobbin or needle gets pulled out of timing with the rest of the tool, the machine is useless and becomes a danger when the needle breaks. In this Instructable I will show you how to adjust the bobbin timing on your machine.  F...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 23:21:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Got-Metal/
Got Metal? - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/V0FT/H1KHA3I1/FI5V0FTH1KHA3I1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/V0FT/H1KHA3I1/FI5V0FTH1KHA3I1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/V0FT/H1KHA3I1/FI5V0FTH1KHA3I1.SMALL.gif GregoriNiculitcheff Playground at Techshop Machine Shop Safety Glasses Ear Plug Fire Extinguisher Rules and Regulations Eyes and Skin Wash Station Cleaning Stuff Rules and Regulations Rules and Regulations Lathe Cabinet Mat Vacuum Special Trash Can for clothes with ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 23:07:04 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Burr-Cleaning/
Burr Cleaning - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/N0YG/H1JU50RT/FD9N0YGH1JU50RT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/N0YG/H1JU50RT/FD9N0YGH1JU50RT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/N0YG/H1JU50RT/FD9N0YGH1JU50RT.SMALL.gif GregoriNiculitcheff in my work at Techshop Get a cart Paper Cleaning Tools Clean the cart Return cleaning tools Cover cart with paper With the Router kit assemble a bit in the router Adjust the high of the bit Router going up On Clean the pieces Storage in the cart Sand...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 23:01:28 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/SAFETY-GLASSES-ARE-MANDATORY-IN-/
SAFETY GLASSES ARE MANDATORY IN .... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFU/MINM/H1JU5114/FFUMINMH1JU5114.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFU/MINM/H1JU5114/FFUMINMH1JU5114.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFU/MINM/H1JU5114/FFUMINMH1JU5114.SMALL.gif GregoriNiculitcheff Remember when I was power washing and dirt water re flux hit my eyes? Well, than i decide help other people do not have the same inconvenient problem I ask more experienced DC, where are the areas where safety glasses are mandatory The answer was: Metal shop, Hot Shop and Grinding Room I ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 22:30:57 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/IMPROVEMENTS-NEEDED-IN-POWER-WASH-AREA/
IMPROVEMENTS NEEDED IN POWER WASH AREA - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUS/NBY6/H1ERNF40/FUSNBY6H1ERNF40.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUS/NBY6/H1ERNF40/FUSNBY6H1ERNF40.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUS/NBY6/H1ERNF40/FUSNBY6H1ERNF40.SMALL.gif GregoriNiculitcheff Ops.. We have a good power wash at TECHSHOP A very simple and elegant hose hanger But we have lot of role in the ground We need a new split valves and a weed killer too A sign for Security Glasses should be mandatory when you use the power wash Any other suggestion? TO BE CONTINU...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 22:27:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIRTY-JOBS/
DIRTY JOBS - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F26/6J9L/H1JUA0MV/F266J9LH1JUA0MV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F26/6J9L/H1JUA0MV/F266J9LH1JUA0MV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F26/6J9L/H1JUA0MV/F266J9LH1JUA0MV.SMALL.gif GregoriNiculitcheff At TECHSHOP with more than 700 members and more than 30 shops (3D Printer, Wood, Metal, Welding, Laser, Vinyl, Silk Screen, 3D Scanner, Plastic, ...) we have sometimes, depend what project going on, we have a dirt trashcan. Dirt trashcan + Power washer machine + Motor support + A bunch...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 22:24:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/HOW-TO-FILL-OUT-COOLANT-AT-TORMACH/
HOW TO FILL OUT COOLANT AT TORMACH - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRB/A0IG/H1ERNE88/FRBA0IGH1ERNE88.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRB/A0IG/H1ERNE88/FRBA0IGH1ERNE88.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRB/A0IG/H1ERNE88/FRBA0IGH1ERNE88.SMALL.gif GregoriNiculitcheff I was working in my previous instructables when the radio ask for someone (DC) help in the metal shop refiling the Tormach   Tormach is some kind of miracle machine at TECHSHOP that do everything you can imagine Okay, first get a coolant oil gallon Than go to the "coolant oil cave" Pum...
By: GregoriNiculitcheff

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 22:21:44 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/ADJUSTING-BLADE-SAW/
ADJUSTING BLADE SAW - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXG/KH5T/H1EN777V/FXGKH5TH1EN777V.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXG/KH5T/H1EN777V/FXGKH5TH1EN777V.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXG/KH5T/H1EN777V/FXGKH5TH1EN777V.SMALL.gif GregoriNiculitcheff Happens at Techshop Working in my istructables and the radio call for help in the wood shop, a member need a DC (?Dream Coach) to adjust the blade saw Yep, the blade saw is lose Open the hood??? Top and bottom Spin the poly and ... ... Put the saw back in the poly Tie the saw a...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 22:20:32 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/GROUND-IDEAS/
GROUND IDEAS - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT4/7YDS/H1EN76OH/FT47YDSH1EN76OH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT4/7YDS/H1EN76OH/FT47YDSH1EN76OH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT4/7YDS/H1EN76OH/FT47YDSH1EN76OH.SMALL.gif GregoriNiculitcheff ShopBot That is our ShopBot at TECHSHOP kind of CNC 3D basically for wood :) ShopBot make things like that That is the computer controlling ShopBot And that is the pipe of our vacuum system for ShopBot The computer have static interference and we think it's came from the pipe, WE NE...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 22:12:21 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/MISSED-KEY/
MISSED KEY - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUZ/4772/H1EN08O7/FUZ4772H1EN08O7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUZ/4772/H1EN08O7/FUZ4772H1EN08O7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUZ/4772/H1EN08O7/FUZ4772H1EN08O7.SMALL.gif GregoriNiculitcheff Brand new compressor But the key is missed :( Let's measure the key mechanism - External Diameter Internal diameter Internal pin diameter Deepness of the key mechanism Draft - By any chance, one of you guys have a key for me?
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 21:58:36 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/ANCHOR-ANGELS-IN-THE-GROUND/
ANCHOR ANGELS IN THE GROUND - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/3228/H1EMHX2U/F6S3228H1EMHX2U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/3228/H1EMHX2U/F6S3228H1EMHX2U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/3228/H1EMHX2U/F6S3228H1EMHX2U.SMALL.gif GregoriNiculitcheff We have a brain new compressor system at Techshop Menlo Park, CA It's nick name is guardian angel because will save a lot of time in our life and will improve the quality of our work the only problem we have is: ANCHOR ANGELS IN THE GROUND Take some tool in the tool room Put the bit in the ham...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 21:03:22 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DESIGNING-A-WIRE-DISPENSER/
DESIGNING A WIRE DISPENSER - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ6/O1TO/H19RT55F/FQ6O1TOH19RT55F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ6/O1TO/H19RT55F/FQ6O1TOH19RT55F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ6/O1TO/H19RT55F/FQ6O1TOH19RT55F.SMALL.jpg GregoriNiculitcheff We have a old role of MIG wire at Techshop and for some technical reason this wire is no longer suitable to be used in the MIG Welding Machine. To not waste (because we do not like to waste stuff at Techshop) Brian, the more experienced and busy DC, asked me to make a wire dispenser. A good pla...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 20:59:58 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/ENLARGING-OBLONG-HOLES/
ENLARGING OBLONG HOLES - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9D/PZ5D/H1AH6HTN/F9DPZ5DH1AH6HTN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9D/PZ5D/H1AH6HTN/F9DPZ5DH1AH6HTN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9D/PZ5D/H1AH6HTN/F9DPZ5DH1AH6HTN.SMALL.jpg GregoriNiculitcheff We have at Techshop this week a flock of Brazucas (Brazucas are people coming from Brazil) They came to compete  in the "Robot Games 2012" at [Bay Area]. They come every year and the think the Techshop is the best place in the world. They dream of having such a place in Brazil. I speak Portuguese a...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 20:49:47 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/IMAGINE-IF-YOU-HAVE-THESE-IN-YOUR-GARAGE-GRINDIN/
IMAGINE IF YOU HAVE THESE IN YOUR GARAGE - GRINDING ROOM - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJB/N5PM/H1ERHZB3/FJBN5PMH1ERHZB3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJB/N5PM/H1ERHZB3/FJBN5PMH1ERHZB3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJB/N5PM/H1ERHZB3/FJBN5PMH1ERHZB3.SMALL.gif GregoriNiculitcheff That is Techshop Cutter Ventilation Air filter Degreaser Paper for cleaning Cleaning tools WE HAVE IT AT TECHSHOP
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 20:30:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/GOT-PAINT/
GOT PAINT? - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/1DVF/H1ERHZCZ/FS11DVFH1ERHZCZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/1DVF/H1ERHZCZ/FS11DVFH1ERHZCZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/1DVF/H1ERHZCZ/FS11DVFH1ERHZCZ.SMALL.gif GregoriNiculitcheff What you see is what you can get at Techshop Hanger and working table for hang parts to be painted Wire for hang Paper to protect the working table Powder control Powder gun Oven Toster Microwave Desumidifier Hair dryer Compressed air gun Ventilation and ...
By: GregoriNiculitcheff

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 20:22:40 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Brew-Kettle-Keg-Keggle/
Brew Kettle Keg (Keggle) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO7/5T50/H1LWPV69/FO75T50H1LWPV69.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO7/5T50/H1LWPV69/FO75T50H1LWPV69.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO7/5T50/H1LWPV69/FO75T50H1LWPV69.SMALL.jpg Ian.TSSJ If you want to start home brewing, or step up from that 20 quart pot you have been using, this is the Instructable for you.  A keggle is great vessel for heating your brew and can be obtained for a relatively low price.  The 15 gallon capacity of most kegs makes it possible to boil whole five gallon...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 May 2012 22:30:21 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Nut-Bolt-Thread-Chart/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHT/IA6K/H1PISYUO/FHTIA6KH1PISYUO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHT/IA6K/H1PISYUO/FHTIA6KH1PISYUO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHT/IA6K/H1PISYUO/FHTIA6KH1PISYUO.SMALL.jpg Edosm Building A Thread Chart: Video Time: 9:00min Description: This chart will help you take your miscellaneous nuts and bolts and determine their thread pattern. This way you can arrange them by proper size. This will save you time and money, so you don't have to run to the store and buy nuts and bol...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 May 2012 17:47:12 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Fiberglass-Gun-Cleaning-Rods/
Gun Cleaning Rods from fiberglass reflector - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/VXTO/H1JUE06C/FZRVXTOH1JUE06C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/VXTO/H1JUE06C/FZRVXTOH1JUE06C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/VXTO/H1JUE06C/FZRVXTOH1JUE06C.SMALL.jpg Richard W. Norman Coming up with some of the nicer goodies can be expensive when it comes to gun accessories. This is a street side fiberglass reflector pole. Without the reflector it is about $2. The handle was made from a cheap screwdriver that was heated just enough to pull out with pliers yet not enough to scorch...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 May 2012 20:05:09 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/THE-BEST-WAY-TO-CUT-A-PLASTIC-PIPE-IS-/
THE BEST WAY TO CUT A PLASTIC PIPE IS ..... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5X/XJVG/H1EN03IU/F5XXJVGH1EN03IU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5X/XJVG/H1EN03IU/F5XXJVGH1EN03IU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5X/XJVG/H1EN03IU/F5XXJVGH1EN03IU.SMALL.gif GregoriNiculitcheff I learn it at Techshop Is with a pipe cutter Diametrical cut, no burs :) Yes, I do it at Techshop Do you have a better idea how to do it? As required ...ahahha...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 May 2012 15:28:24 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Evolution-of-a-ring-bender-ring-roller-machine/
Evolution of a ring bender / ring roller machine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/HLMW/H1KH9P94/F7BHLMWH1KH9P94.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/HLMW/H1KH9P94/F7BHLMWH1KH9P94.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/HLMW/H1KH9P94/F7BHLMWH1KH9P94.SMALL.jpg jds1969 I read an interesting instructable about a metal bender and then I saw the most interesting photo of a theatrical workshop tool. I formulated an idea and it quickly turned into a new tool. Preparing the vice I am only planning to bend aluminum and galvanized steel wire so I don't need a hydraulic...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 28 Apr 2012 18:03:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Fibonacci-golden-section-gauge-for-1/
Build a Fibonacci golden section gauge for $1 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0P/2F0D/H19RHUZH/F0P2F0DH19RHUZH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0P/2F0D/H19RHUZH/F0P2F0DH19RHUZH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0P/2F0D/H19RHUZH/F0P2F0DH19RHUZH.SMALL.jpg matthewtmead Throughout the years I've read a lot about the golden ratio from a design perspective. The Greeks noticed there was a common ratio in nature that was pleasing to the eye. This ratio is 1:1.618 (i.e. 1 to 1.618) and is referred to as the golden section. Today, you will find this golden section reflec...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Apr 2012 05:09:09 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Adapt-a-6mm-drill-mop-mandril-to-suit-a-Nova-serie/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGM/O77Y/H1EMHXDC/FGMO77YH1EMHXDC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGM/O77Y/H1EMHXDC/FGMO77YH1EMHXDC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGM/O77Y/H1EMHXDC/FGMO77YH1EMHXDC.SMALL.jpg Dr Qui This is how I made a Mandrill adapter to use a 6mm polishing mop mandrill in a Nova series chuck on my wood lathe. A few weeks ago I bought a 6mm mandril and a 100mm polishing mop in the pound shop, unfortunately the mandrill was to narrow a diameter for my nova chuck to grip, so i needed to make a...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:04:23 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Zero-in-a-Scope/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ7/AXOZ/H1G6ZZ11/FJ7AXOZH1G6ZZ11.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ7/AXOZ/H1G6ZZ11/FJ7AXOZH1G6ZZ11.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ7/AXOZ/H1G6ZZ11/FJ7AXOZH1G6ZZ11.SMALL.jpg BoilerRiflepersons This is a simple method to sight in a scope on a rifle for a recreational shooter.
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:25:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-weighing-scale-laser-cut/
Wooden weighing scale (laser cut) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4U/8EKX/H1ERMUPW/F4U8EKXH1ERMUPW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4U/8EKX/H1ERMUPW/F4U8EKXH1ERMUPW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4U/8EKX/H1ERMUPW/F4U8EKXH1ERMUPW.SMALL.jpg woz.artur Weighting things is usually interesting and often practical. Since I don't have an electronic scale, I had to guess weights by comparing. So I decided to build a low-tech scale! I came up with this idea, which is an adaptation of old concepts to today's DIY technology. The laser cutter I usually us...
By: woz.artur

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 Apr 2012 01:21:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Black-Decker-High-Speed-Rotary-Dremel-Tool-Mod/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNG/KIQ0/H1AH76BR/FNGKIQ0H1AH76BR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNG/KIQ0/H1AH76BR/FNGKIQ0H1AH76BR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNG/KIQ0/H1AH76BR/FNGKIQ0H1AH76BR.SMALL.jpg cre8er Black and Decker gets a bad rep sometimes, but they really do have a good design/engineering dept that occasionally puts out a product that stands out from the crowd. I still love my Black and Decker 2 temp soldering iron/station which is only beat by actual professional soldering stations but at $2...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Apr 2012 23:24:08 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Boxed-in-wood-lathe-stand-with-tool-bench-and-dust/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/P3ST/H19RSWOJ/FHKP3STH19RSWOJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/P3ST/H19RSWOJ/FHKP3STH19RSWOJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/P3ST/H19RSWOJ/FHKP3STH19RSWOJ.SMALL.jpg Dr Qui This is how I boxed in the stand of my wood lathe. something I have been meaning to do for a long time. the table has a tool tray that just fills up with wood shavings so the tools get lost in the shavings or get thrown out when you hover them up i have had to search the wood shavings bin more than ...
By: Dr Qui

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 21 Apr 2012 02:13:51 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-leather-Stitching-wheel/
DIY: leather Stitching wheel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM3/9QB3/H18FVD8F/FM39QB3H18FVD8F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM3/9QB3/H18FVD8F/FM39QB3H18FVD8F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM3/9QB3/H18FVD8F/FM39QB3H18FVD8F.SMALL.jpg desertsniper I came up with this idea when I was not really happy with my leather stitching. I looked around for stitching wheels and being cheap and resourceful, I decided to build my own! This project took around 2 hours and was from mostly recycled materials. Enjoy! MATERIALS chunk of wood 3/8" aluminum tub...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:33:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Scribe-or-Center-Punch-from-a-King-Wire/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL0/0HFS/H174IJ3I/FL00HFSH174IJ3I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL0/0HFS/H174IJ3I/FL00HFSH174IJ3I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL0/0HFS/H174IJ3I/FL00HFSH174IJ3I.SMALL.jpg cammers I used to help build big clear span structures using post-tensioned steel technology. We made some fantastic buildings with spans up to 114m. The technique we used to achieve such spans relied on a stressed cable made up of several strands running through the bottom chords of the trusses. These str...
By: cammers

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 19 Apr 2012 12:49:51 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Wood-turning-parting-tool-for-a-power-hacksaw-blad/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6M/MBLW/H0OIV51H/F6MMBLWH0OIV51H.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6M/MBLW/H0OIV51H/F6MMBLWH0OIV51H.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6M/MBLW/H0OIV51H/F6MMBLWH0OIV51H.SMALL.jpg Dr Qui When I first started turning wood and got my own wood lathe I read an article on some wood turning site that you could make a nice thin parting tool from a power hacksaw blade. When I was working as an engineer we often used old power hack saw blades to make our own scribers with.  I have been mea...
By: Dr Qui

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Apr 2012 18:53:12 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/T-slot-stop-for-vertical-mill-table/
T-slot stop for vertical mill table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHX/HX6A/H11WJCO7/FHXHX6AH11WJCO7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHX/HX6A/H11WJCO7/FHXHX6AH11WJCO7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHX/HX6A/H11WJCO7/FHXHX6AH11WJCO7.SMALL.jpg tkohler Since joining TechShop I have been learning about machining on the vertical mill. One of the biggest challenges for me has been figuring out how to clamp work that doesn't fit easily in to the vice. While perusing "Practical Ideas... for Metalworking Operations, Tooling, and Maintenance, McGraw-Hill...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Apr 2012 04:41:20 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Diffusion-Vacuum-Pump/
Diffusion Vacuum Pump - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/ZPTE/H11WJBT9/F86ZPTEH11WJBT9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/ZPTE/H11WJBT9/F86ZPTEH11WJBT9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/ZPTE/H11WJBT9/F86ZPTEH11WJBT9.SMALL.jpg Random_Canadian Please look up the definition of a Diffusion Vacuum Pump before continuing! This pump is made from readily available materials and has been shown to achieve a .022 TORR vacuum!!!! Use extreme caution when working with vacuum This pump needs a "Roughing" pump to get down to a near vacuum then it w...
By: Random_Canadian

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Apr 2012 04:09:02 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/shopping-cart-coin-from-soft-drink-cap/
Trolley Coin from soft drink cap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUT/G87T/H0OJ3KTG/FUTG87TH0OJ3KTG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUT/G87T/H0OJ3KTG/FUTG87TH0OJ3KTG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUT/G87T/H0OJ3KTG/FUTG87TH0OJ3KTG.SMALL.jpg Vitizop Trolley Coin from soft drink cap
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 14 Apr 2012 20:51:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Change-a-Starter-on-a-Briggs-Strattton-En/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG0/48HV/H0OJ6BUS/FG048HVH0OJ6BUS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG0/48HV/H0OJ6BUS/FG048HVH0OJ6BUS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG0/48HV/H0OJ6BUS/FG048HVH0OJ6BUS.SMALL.jpg manlybydesign So, for our first instructable, we wanted to start with something simple, but useful. Changing a starter is a really simple process, and it helps you save money, since you don't have to pay someone else to do it. More than that, you can keep that old lawnmower running for years past its prime.
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:55:51 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Plaster-Mixer-Made-Easy-Easily-Made/
Plaster Mixer - Made Easy, Easily Made - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/BIDG/H0OJ0QOC/F4JBIDGH0OJ0QOC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/BIDG/H0OJ0QOC/F4JBIDGH0OJ0QOC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/BIDG/H0OJ0QOC/F4JBIDGH0OJ0QOC.SMALL.jpg Jason Bedard If you ever mix plaster in smallish batches, and you do it more than once or twice, then you need a mixer.  Something to take the elbow greese out of it. Nothing fancy, nothing super long, and certainly not expensive. In this Instructable we will build a small mixer just perfect for those small job...
By: Jason Bedard

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Apr 2012 19:58:05 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/spot-welder-1/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJG/9VQ7/H0OJ0SYI/FJG9VQ7H0OJ0SYI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJG/9VQ7/H0OJ0SYI/FJG9VQ7H0OJ0SYI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJG/9VQ7/H0OJ0SYI/FJG9VQ7H0OJ0SYI.SMALL.jpg kapalek This is very basic homemade spot welder. Tested! Works ok! :) Notice the way electrodes are fixed to the wire. It is most basic way and takes some filing (sharpening electrode tips) - can burn your fingers during operation- gloves needed!! Next time ill try to make a armature for proper electrodes ...
By: kapalek

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 8 Apr 2012 16:39:05 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Tool-display-the-good-way/
Tool display the good way - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/XFVP/H0KL0PRB/F2DXFVPH0KL0PRB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/XFVP/H0KL0PRB/F2DXFVPH0KL0PRB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/XFVP/H0KL0PRB/F2DXFVPH0KL0PRB.SMALL.jpg jtc574 Have you ever wanted to have a storage/display like they have in hardware stores?  I know I have. This instuctable is to show you what I did to obtain such a display and I must say, it makes using my tools so much easier.  I bought a Porter Cable combo kit from a hardware store and for what I paid f...
By: jtc574

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 Apr 2012 06:15:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Archaeology-Repairing-and-Modifying-a-Trowel/
Archaeology: Repairing and Modifying a Trowel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/FYO0/GZUAG06M/FLDFYO0GZUAG06M.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/FYO0/GZUAG06M/FLDFYO0GZUAG06M.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/FYO0/GZUAG06M/FLDFYO0GZUAG06M.SMALL.jpg MakerDrake When working in the field, it is easy to lose your tools in the sea of trowels since so many of them look alike. Thanks to TechShop this can easily be taken care of! In order to show how to both repair and modify at the same time, I decided to use one that had a tip broken off. You can see this in ...
By: MakerDrake

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Apr 2012 17:00:24 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/small-hoe-scrapper-and-pick/
small hoe scrapper and pick - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/IBIF/H0KKG7G9/F9IIBIFH0KKG7G9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/IBIF/H0KKG7G9/F9IIBIFH0KKG7G9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/IBIF/H0KKG7G9/F9IIBIFH0KKG7G9.SMALL.jpg firedragonwater My buddy had a shovel he was going to throw out,  because it was bent.  I took it and made this. As u can see, it use to be a shovel,  at one time...took a air cutting, tool, like metal cut off saw.  Three cuts, in tri-angle, shape. took a pipe coupling, any size to fit wooden handle, of your ch...
By: firedragonwater

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Apr 2012 23:15:08 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-Sliding-Hammer-Chisel/
Making a Sliding Hammer Chisel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6D/9UUG/H0KKG6Z5/F6D9UUGH0KKG6Z5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6D/9UUG/H0KKG6Z5/F6D9UUGH0KKG6Z5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6D/9UUG/H0KKG6Z5/F6D9UUGH0KKG6Z5.SMALL.jpg firedragonwater found a tool i could use, but it was not up to what i needed, so i changed it. added a couple steps. And i made this tool at the Tech Shop. Making a sliding chisel hammer Went out and got a couple crow-Bars, a Bigger crow-bar for the hammer part. cut it to size. found a nice, pipe in the back yar...
By: firedragonwater

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Apr 2012 21:57:34 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Angle-Grinder-Stand-For-Safe-Use/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG7/B9TH/H0KR95VW/FG7B9THH0KR95VW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG7/B9TH/H0KR95VW/FG7B9THH0KR95VW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG7/B9TH/H0KR95VW/FG7B9THH0KR95VW.SMALL.jpg bannutechniclor simple to make. length of stand os 12inch and breath is 4 inch. stem height is 3.5 inch. this is all about main stand. now the grinder holder is of  8 x 2.5 inch. square pipe of  3/4 inch is used.  simple way to make for more better safety.
By: bannutechniclor

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Apr 2012 14:12:39 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Archaeology-Refinishing-the-Trowel/
Archaeology: Refinishing the Trowel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/2DY9/H0FLIZ34/FSP2DY9H0FLIZ34.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/2DY9/H0FLIZ34/FSP2DY9H0FLIZ34.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/2DY9/H0FLIZ34/FSP2DY9H0FLIZ34.SMALL.jpg MakerDrake This is a continuation of another Instructable, Archaeology: Repairing and Modifying a Trowel I started writing this as a second part to the step-by-step above, but it quickly seemed like this was two separate projects. This will guide you through a basic application of Traditional Black Magic Pati...
By: MakerDrake

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Apr 2012 20:00:23 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Polymer-nails-for-CNC-workholding/
Polymer nails for CNC workholding - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1T/OZLJ/H0FLBFZN/F1TOZLJH0FLBFZN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1T/OZLJ/H0FLBFZN/F1TOZLJH0FLBFZN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1T/OZLJ/H0FLBFZN/F1TOZLJH0FLBFZN.SMALL.jpg irmiger As many of you running a CNC router probably already know - work holding can be a royal pain!  We have three differently-sized ShopBots at our TechShop location here in San Francisco, all three with their own unique limitations when it comes to work holding.  Brass screws inevitably strip out, clamp...
By: irmiger

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Apr 2012 06:41:52 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Fold-A-Bandsaw-Blade/
How To Fold A Bandsaw Blade - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPI/SNST/H0FLIQOP/FPISNSTH0FLIQOP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPI/SNST/H0FLIQOP/FPISNSTH0FLIQOP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPI/SNST/H0FLIQOP/FPISNSTH0FLIQOP.SMALL.jpg houndstoothy This is what we're going for: a neat, tidily folded, easy to store bandsaw blade. Wrist Position Begin by holding the blade with your wrists down and away from your body. Toe Position Put one toe on the blade to hold it in place while the magic happens. Get Low. Get low: make the blade an o...
By: houndstoothy

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