by Paul | Oct 14, 2021 | Farm & Homestead, Tools & Equipment, Wood Turning
This is the first project with my old wood lathe since overhauling the lathe and replacing the bearings. I turned a couple of pieces of hardwood scraps and made a wood mallet like the one I made for myself almost 5 years ago. I used the same materials and made the new...
by Paul | Oct 8, 2021 | Farm & Homestead, Tools & Equipment, Wood Turning
Part 2 features the installation of new bearings, the installation of a new power switch, and re-assembly of the lathe. I then place a rectangular piece of wood in position on the lathe and turn it to a round shape as a preliminary test with excellent results! I...
by Paul | Sep 30, 2021 | Farm & Homestead, Tools & Equipment
My outdoor worktable has been in service throughout the past few years I have been producing YouTube videos. It has “lived” outside and exposed to the elements during this entire time. Time for a quick rebuild! I originally built this table with old, repurposed wood...
by Paul | Sep 16, 2021 | Fabrication, Farm & Homestead, Tools & Equipment
This video is intended for novice/beginner wood workers, introducing a very simple yet essential hand tool known as a “bevel gauge.” It’s quite easy to use and must-have item in every toolbox. Part 2 of my wood lathe overhaul video series has been postponed due to a...
by Paul | Sep 9, 2021 | Farm & Homestead, Tools & Equipment, Wood Turning
I purchased this Taiwanese made wood lathe back in 1993 and I’ve put it through some heavy use and many projects. Unfortunately, the lathe is no longer usable because the bearings are much too loose and cause the work to move about and vibrate on the spindle. This...
