ShopNotes #76 2004-07-01

July 2004
Issue 76

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Table of Contents

Readers' Tips4

Shop-tested tips to solve common woodworking problems.

Band Saw Tune-Up12

Think a band saw is only good for rough cuts? Think again. With just a handful of tools, a few simple steps, and a few hours, you can have your band saw working at peak performance.

Band Saw Table & Fence16

Take your band saw to the next level with a new table and fence. This extra-large table provides rock-solid suport for just about any size workpiece. And the adjustable fence and accessories make it easy to produce accurate cuts every time.

Get More Out of Your Grinder22

With just six accessories, you can turn your bench grinder into a shop workhorse. Here's what you need to grind, sharpen, buff, and clean just about anything with ease.

Sharpening System24

This sharpening system for your bench grinder features an adjustable platform with sliding tool sleds. You'll be able to grind perfect bevels at almost any angle on your chisels and plane irons in no time at all.

Shop Talk32

How many table saw blades do you really need? We take a look at two that will handle just about anything.

Tool Chest34

Here's a splitter for your table saw you'll actually use. Why? Because you can install and remove it in seconds.

Scenes from the Shop36