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Posted on 4/22/15 at 1:58 pm to sonoma8
I've been building a bed (sleeping kind) the past two weekends.
Here is a list of the tools that I've used.
Router
Miter Saw
Jig Saw
Band Saw
Various Hand plans (from number 7 to number 4, shoulder and bench plane)
Starrett Squares
Saw Horses
Clamps
Hand Saws
Measuring Tapes
Of those that I could not do without it would be measuring tapes, squares, bandsaw, blamps, hand saws, hand planes, and router.
I would not ask for a table saw. Learn to use a fence on your circular saw.
Here is a list of the tools that I've used.
Router
Miter Saw
Jig Saw
Band Saw
Various Hand plans (from number 7 to number 4, shoulder and bench plane)
Starrett Squares
Saw Horses
Clamps
Hand Saws
Measuring Tapes
Of those that I could not do without it would be measuring tapes, squares, bandsaw, blamps, hand saws, hand planes, and router.
I would not ask for a table saw. Learn to use a fence on your circular saw.
Posted on 4/22/15 at 2:08 pm to GreenTrout
I've used a shop vac a handful of times when I said that I'm glad I have this thing. Secondary pan filled upon the attic, changing out a toilet, and dry wall work.
You can pick one up for anywhere from $40-$250 bucks don't see why you would need or want a 30 gallon shop vac taking up space for the hell of it. Plus the bigger it is the more awkward it is to move around when it's full.
If by 20' ladder you mean extension ladder... That's better to have a buddy that has one you can borrow
1a multimeter
1b beer fridge
You can pick one up for anywhere from $40-$250 bucks don't see why you would need or want a 30 gallon shop vac taking up space for the hell of it. Plus the bigger it is the more awkward it is to move around when it's full.
If by 20' ladder you mean extension ladder... That's better to have a buddy that has one you can borrow
1a multimeter
1b beer fridge
Posted on 4/22/15 at 2:18 pm to Citica8
It could just be me, but a 30 gallon shop vac seems intense. I bought a 10 gallon one while in college and I haven't had a problem with it for normal DIY around the house.
Posted on 4/22/15 at 2:20 pm to GreenTrout
If you are going to make a serious tool investment for a tool you plan to uses more than once than Horrible Freight is a bad idea
Posted on 4/22/15 at 2:24 pm to MoreOrLes
I wouldn't buy anything from there, but I sure do love getting their fliers in the mail giving away free stuff. I now have an endless assortment of hunting flashlights (mini-LED's), enough spare rope to make an official obstacle course, random hand tools that I leave at the camp, and some duck tape to keep everything else running smooth.
Posted on 4/22/15 at 2:51 pm to Salmon
I've got an old delta 10" table saw that I'd sell for $275. I have a new motor for it that needs to be changed out. It also comes with a free $500 biesmeyer fence. I don't have room for two tablesaws in my shop. The saw weighs about 700 pounds, though. I have a forklift to throw it in the back of your truck, getting it out of your truck may be a little tricky.
Posted on 4/22/15 at 2:55 pm to Sparkplug#1
I had a huge jobox that I needed to get out of the bed of my truck. Tied it to a tree and drove forward. Where there's a will, there's a way 
I'm surprised that nobody else has suggested a small MIG machine. I use my bigger one all of the time for random shite
I'm surprised that nobody else has suggested a small MIG machine. I use my bigger one all of the time for random shite
Posted on 4/22/15 at 2:55 pm to Sparkplug#1
quote:
I've got an old delta 10" table saw that I'd sell for $275. I have a new motor for it that needs to be changed out. It also comes with a free $500 biesmeyer fence. I don't have room for two tablesaws in my shop. The saw weighs about 700 pounds, though. I have a forklift to throw it in the back of your truck, getting it out of your truck may be a little tricky.
Unisaw?
ETA: That fence is worth more than $250.
This post was edited on 4/22/15 at 2:58 pm
Posted on 4/22/15 at 3:01 pm to Salmon
good set of drill bits
set of wrenches, including a torque wrench
accessories for the air compressor
router with table
table saw would be a good addition
other tools I find that come in handy, but aren't vital: jigsaw, reciprocating saw, bandsaw, angle grinder
set of wrenches, including a torque wrench
accessories for the air compressor
router with table
table saw would be a good addition
other tools I find that come in handy, but aren't vital: jigsaw, reciprocating saw, bandsaw, angle grinder
Posted on 4/22/15 at 3:01 pm to VanRIch
What exactly is a kreg jig??
Is that like a biskit (sp?) joiner??
Is that like a biskit (sp?) joiner??
Posted on 4/22/15 at 3:04 pm to Mr. Hangover
Biscuit, but a kreg jig allows you to drill pocket holes for screws. Keeps them basically hidden because they aren't on the face of a piece of wood
Posted on 4/22/15 at 3:04 pm to Mr. Hangover
quote:
What exactly is a kreg jig??
Makes pocket holes for joints. No, not like a biscuit jointer.
Posted on 4/22/15 at 3:09 pm to Hammertime
K thanks
Posted on 4/22/15 at 3:27 pm to bbvdd
quote:
Unisaw? ETA: That fence is worth more than $250.
Yes, unisaw. Better than anything built today. I know the fence is worth more new, but I have another fence for my other saw. No need for two. Also, My big tools are all 240 three phase, so it would need to be wired for 120v, but the new motor I have is 120v, so it shouldn't be too hard.
Posted on 4/22/15 at 3:31 pm to Sparkplug#1
To the OP, I always start with my planer when starting a project. A small planer may be a good addition to your tool collection.
Posted on 4/22/15 at 4:02 pm to Sparkplug#1
What about a phase converter?
I have a 240v phase 1 unisaw and love it but I since I bought my new house (5yrs ago) i have not run 240 to my garage so it's basically worthless.
I have a 240v phase 1 unisaw and love it but I since I bought my new house (5yrs ago) i have not run 240 to my garage so it's basically worthless.
Posted on 4/22/15 at 4:29 pm to bbvdd
Well, when I had an electrician change the tap configuration on the old 3 phase motor, he hooked it up wrong and it fried the motor. He bought me a new one, but it's 120. So, it would be ready to go for someone that jut has 120. You could do the same with yours. I think the motor was around $150. It's been a long time, so I don't remember. I'm not sure on phase converter pricing.
Posted on 4/22/15 at 4:52 pm to Sparkplug#1
My tablesaw scares me to death with thick stock and knotty wood. Turning my 48" radial arm saw makes me feel much safer. Instead of a broken face, the work flies away from me.
Posted on 4/22/15 at 4:53 pm to Sparkplug#1
quote:
radial arm saw
most dangerous powered tool in the shop PERIOD.
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