Hardware Podcasts

STL226: Buying a used drill press with Rollie Johnson

Shop Talk Live · 9 Oct 2020 · 1h 09m

What this episode covers

Raleigh Johnson, a contributing editor for Fine Woodworking, explains how to inspect and buy used drill presses, emphasizing the importance of checking for runout, bearing play, and table alignment. He also advises on wiring shop machinery for 110 vs 220 volts, recommending 120V for smaller tools to avoid line loss on long cords. The episode covers practical woodworking techniques, including steam bending with kiln-dried ash, using feeler gauges for joint fitting, and restoring Bailey hand planes damaged by electrolysis.

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makers and hobbyists

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Companies
Delta, Walker Turner, Lee Valley
Products
Festival CT 48 AC, Evapo-Rust, Bailey planes

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