Reader Submitted
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Tension Release
Our last issue raised the question “Do you de-tension your band saw when it is not in use?” and we promised to share the results of this highly informal survey in this issue.
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eZine Feedback Followup
A question about replacing and gluing band saw tires in the last issue inspired several readers to offer their experiences.
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What’s MDO?
Many of Norm Abram’s projects on the New Yankee Workshop are made with MDO. What is that, and where can it be found?
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Using a Stain Under Spar Varnish
Michael Dresdner and Greg Williams end a reader’s uncertainty about staining wood under a spar varnish.
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Stripping Bark Off Branches
Is there an easy way to strip bark off branches that will be used as walking sticks?
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Calculating a Curve Radius
How do I calculate the radius of a curve that will fit a particular height and width?
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Shelf Pin Jig?
Is there a cheap way to build a jig that accurately places shelf pin holes?
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Removing Mildew
I have air-dried wood that is beginning to grow large patches of mildew. How can I remove it?
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Painting Weathered Teak
A reader’s problem with painting old teak is quickly solved.
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Changing Band Saw Tires
I ordered replacement band saw tires but don’t know how to stretch them onto the wheels. Can you help?