STL289: The Next 30 Years of Dan Faia

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Query 1:

From Julien in France::

Pricey Ben, and consorts.
I have been looking forward to years. I by no means requested something. So right here it comes. Disorderly.

– I have been an expert cabinetmaker for 13 years and I nonetheless have not managed to provide a single piece that’s completely completely actually sq.. Ought to I grow to be a dancer or would you please discuss it guys? I am feeling paranoidly lonely right here.

– My retailer, in winter, can drop to 5-6 levels Celsius (you translate), which clearly prohibits the usage of vinyl glues. I’ve used leather-based and fish glues, however even these guys have a tough time setting at these temperatures. Any thought? Additions? Aside from the warmth, in fact.

– Along with the normal swear phrase when thumb meets hammer, do you guys speak to one another within the retailer? Is about?

I am executed (for now).

Query 2:

From Scott:
I am having bother centering my hole chisel. I used the “X” methodology. Mark a horizontal line after which two reverse 45s to get to the middle. I used a marking gauge and stored adjusting till it landed on the identical mark. I then regulate my x and y axis desk to hit the middle so it isn’t the middle. I am utilizing a Rikon Mortiser with Twin Axis Desk

Query 3:

From Chuck:
My query is in regards to the fittings across the spikes. I wish to make 3-legged stools and I have been fortunate sufficient to promote a number of. I do know what’s very best when becoming a tenon right into a socket, however what’s acceptable? Typically I lower my cobs slightly too skinny or uneven and there’s a truthful quantity of unevenness within the joint, however as soon as I drive a wedge at dwelling it feels very safe. Does the wedge adequately safe a unfastened tang? I’ve been contemplating the Vertias Tapered Tenon Cutter and Reamer. With observe I discover I can nail the tenon width higher within the vise, however for the time being I typically find yourself with a number of steps/overhangs.

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