Leo discussed the carbide tool Paul bought online with the round replaceable carbide insert.
The tool cuts cleanly but the design makes it dig in . A Hefty handle is needed to control the tool.
The boring jig has evenly spaced holes in the base. This is how one aligns the base with the lathe bed ways. A bolt is dropped into each end..same hole and then the top slide is aligned by measurement .
Carnuba wax is best applied by rubbing very small amount on a felt cloth (Chamois works well) and then rubbing the wood with this cloth. This avoids streaking.
Large voids and fissures in a rough piece (bowl blank) can be filled in using lathe chips mixed with epoxy. Use the long cure epoxy for this. Choose wood chips that will blend properly as far as color is concerned.
Concrete acrylic can be mixed with water paint. This causes the mixture to soak into the wood instead of laying on top. Useful for painting decks and siding. Mixing limestone fertilizer with the acrylic is good for filling voids. The result is a hard fill.
Lobster party will be at Paul's home. Start time 5:30. Him Hiltz will get the lobsters.
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| From leo's stuff |
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Did I do something to offend you????You missed me in the attendance. I'll need therapy or a beer to get over it;)
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