STL282: This is a woodworking podcast!
Barry, Anissa, and Ben talk about tool storage, dovetail strength, 3d printers in the wood shop, and one listener's outside-the-box jointer idea.Question 1:
From Jeff K.:
I believe you addressed a question like this on the podcast before, but I can’t recall the episode so I apologize for an already answered question.
I’ll be moving in the coming weeks from a rented house with a garage to an apartment which would require long term storage in a unit.
I don’t own any heavy equipment, mainly hand tools, hand power tools, an old craftsman bandsaw and a Dewalt jobs item saw.
Living in San Diego the climate isn’t that much of an issue but what should I take into consideration in preparing and storing the tools and equipment?
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Question 2:
From Ray:
I’m planning out a project involving case dovetails. As is common, I put the tails on the show face. It occurred to me that there were also structural questions. The dovetail joint is asymmetrical, and it must be stronger on one face. But, which one? I hazily recall (without bothering to do any research) that failures of a mortise and tenon joint always happen on the tenon side. Let’s say we were concerned about pushing on the side of the case. Which way would we orient the dovetail to best resist the push? Does through vs half-lapped matter?
Question 3:
From Zachary:
In the past you’ve mentioned on the show you have a 3d Printer and occasionally use it in your woodshed for “things”.
Recently I did my first self-designed print to make some runners for my table saw and band saw tracks. I’ve finally gotten the detentions dialed in, but was wondering if you had any tips or tricks for making or designing the runners? Still new to this, so any feedback would be appreciated.
Also, you’ve said you made yourself some zero clearance bandsaw inserts if I recall; what other projects have you made and where have you found the printer useful in your woodworking?
Question 4:
From Dane:
I’m just listening to episode 270 on shapers, and the comments on similarity to a jointer made me think… For a home shop, would it be possible to outfit a jointer with shaper cutters and a power feeder for lightweight shaper duties? Hmm…
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Comments
For Barry: Golden Rod is the correct name. They work great but you need electricity. Here's a link to Amazon for an example. https://tinyurl.com/ymuwraeh Have a safe trip.
Thanks Barry, I’ve enjoyed listening to you on the podcast. Best wishes!
Anissa tell Ben he should call his new digital woodworking blog “Wood Bytes.” I didn’t want to address my comment to him since all of you are great. Yes Ben you too…
Ben is great. It seems he is carrying the weight of Fine Woodworking on his shoulders at least as far as organizing the web face of the organization. I truly appreciate all that he does and I probably only see 1/10 of the actual effort.
But I am finding it harder and harder to turn on STL. Whereas I looked forward to it in past years when Mike and Matt and others were organizing them I don't feel bad about just skipping them these days. The format is the same. Most of my issue stems from the seeming lack of organization and prep, especially in the first 10 to 15 minutes which is mostly personal banter between the panel. It seems this stuff is best handled either before or after the episode. Do we really need to know what snacks Jeff is taking on his plane trip? Should we be a party to the fight over who empties the dust collector? I get it that these are three friends just chatting, but a lot of the chat is just for them it seems and we are just eavesdropping. I understand that part of STL is getting insight into the real life of aspects of woodworking but aren't we losing some of the professionalism that makes Fine Woodworking the premier organization if its type in the industry?
I love the new shop growing in the background and I know a lot of that is Ben's doing. I know he works hard and brings immense resources to the operation. In fact, other STL guest aside, it is beginning to look a lot like it is a one man show at Fine Woodworking. Maybe it is just evolution or maybe I am getting jaded, but it looks like Ben could use some some help.
Re the last question and the TS “shaper” tool. They were / are sold as moulding heads. A “light” use answer to commercial moulding machines.
Alternate name idea for cnc/3d printer woodworking blog: Robot Woodworking
I'm with ct_engineer. Please don't take it the wrong way. I'm sure we both mean our criticism constructively.
Not to pile on but my recent sentiments regarding STL are in line with ct_engineer. The content seems to wander all over the place and is not necessarily what I'm looking for in a woodworking centric podcast.
Thanks for the show. Contrary to the feedback above, I appreciate the friendly banter.
I'm looking forward to hearing more about 3d printing and woodworking. I've been contemplating buying a 3d printer, but want to learn more about what type to select and how to make the best use of it.
Bens Podcast Names...
-- ThingimaWoodworking
-- Woodworking-ish ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
-- Ben's Woodish Hobby
-- Not Just Sawdust
-- Woodworking Adjacent Timewasters
I consistently enjoy the podcast and don't mind the banter. As a woodworker who does a fair bit of 3d printing, laser cutting, digital design and cnc, I'd be very interested in participating in a blog, podcast or forum targeted specifically at this area and how it can be integrated into traditional woodworking workflows. Perhaps the focus can be less on the technical aspects of additive manufacturing processes and more on innovative applications in the woodshop. Keep up the great work.
Ah yes, the old days when the podcast stuck rigorously to its topic, like Mike's $300 toaster, Ed's Spanish pronunciation, and Matt's time as a philosophy student. All the woodworking podcasts I know of tend to meander, probably because they generally consist of conversations.
Keep it up Ben, I like what you're doing.
And goodbye to Barry -- you were always a great addition.
Catching up on old episodes and enjoyed this one immensely, especially the chemistry among co-workers.
Also, I miss Barry and his unique perspective. Hope he's doing well.
Keep up the good work, folks!
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