I really like this one, Tim.
Good advice to stop problems before they happen.
Thank you.
C.A.G.
On Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 06:58:21 AM EST, Tim Ziegler
<[email protected]> wrote:
Here is some extremely good information for all of us.
Kind Regards,
Timothy J. ZieglerZiegler WoodWork & SpecialtyZiegler Laser Worx LLC14171 160th
Ave.Foreston MN 56330
320-294-5798 shop320-630-2243 cell
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From: Ron Brown's Best, LLC <[email protected]>
Date: Sat, Mar 8, 2025 at 2:10 AM
Subject: Woodturning Newsletter - What It Tells You
To: <[email protected]>
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What does it tell you?
1. When you cut a bowl blank round on the band saw and begin to hear a tic,
tic, tic that you haven’t heard before, what does that tell you?
2. When you hollow out a bowl, vase, or hollow form and the pitch changes,
what does that tell you?
3. When you see a small crack along the edge of the platter, you are almost
finished turning, and hear a small thunk, thunk, thunk, what does that tell you?
4. You are using CA for the final finish on a pen blank. You see a dull spot
as you sand, what does that tell you?
5. If you have to push harder to make a cut with your gouge, what does that
tell you?
6. As you move down the inside of your bowl blank, you keep getting ridges,
what does that tell you?
7. Torn grain keeps showing up on both the inside and outside of the bowl
you are trying to make your final cuts to finish. What does that tell you?
8. Your truck has been turning over more slowly lately when starting, what
does that tell you?
My point is that there are almost always signs letting you know what is coming
if you have eyes to see and ears to hear. Whenever something changes, don’t
ignore it; it might prevent something bad from happening. Awareness will help
you foresee what might be coming in time to take action to fix it or avoid the
consequences.
New turners who have not yet learned to recognize the warning signs of
impending danger, push ahead anyway. Experienced turners step away, turn off
the lathe, and address the issue.
Possible Answers to the questions above:
1) Band saw blades about to break at the weld will start making a tic, tic,
tic as the blade begins to separate. It is only a matter of time (usually not
long) before the blade breaks all the way through and will need to be replaced.
2) A change in pitch when hollowing (or cleaning out the bottom) can
indicate the wall thickness may be getting too thin. This sound is usually
heard just before you cut through the side or make a funnel and is often
followed by a long string of profanity.
3) This sound is usually caused by wood movement. The crack means one piece
of wood has moved since the tension is gone and is now striking the turning
tool differently than the piece next to it. If the defect was known and is
intended to be part of the design, proceed carefully. If not, the piece may be
ready to separate while spinning, and could smack your forearm, causing chaos
and more bad language. Don’t ask me how I learned this.
4) Dull spots in a CA finish mean you’ve sanded through to the material. You
will need to apply more CA and begin sanding from the start.
5) More force to make a cut means your tool needs to be sharpened.
6) Two ways you can eliminate unwanted ridges: changing to a scraper or
switching to a gouge with the heal removed.
7) If there is enough material left, torn grain can often be removed using
the same methods as unwanted ridges.
8) A slow cranking vehicle might mean your battery needs to be replaced,
your alternator is malfunctioning, or your starter is failing.
If you know what to look and listen for, every aspect of life has similar
warning signs. They serve as a warning so we can take corrective action and
avoid sometimes catastrophic events. He who has eyes to see and ears to hear,
beware. Remember that wherever you go, there you are.
Here is my inspiration for this message:
(Ezek 33:6 [MSG]) "'But if the watchman sees war coming and doesn't blow the
trumpet, warning the people, and war comes and takes anyone off, I'll hold the
watchman responsible for the bloodshed of any unwarned sinner.'
(Prov 22:3 [MSG]) A prudent person sees trouble coming and ducks; a simpleton
walks in blindly and is clobbered.
(Mark 4:9 [NASB]) And He was saying, “He who has ears to hear, let him hear.”
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Reg Price $449.96 Sale Price $379.99 Save $69.97
If you've been considering the Master Pack Bundle, but wish you could make some
substitutions, Good News! You can select either the Sanding Disk OR the
Non-Slip Ring Chuck for the same discounted price and save $70 off the bundle.
In addition, we have made provisions to upgrade various items:
12" Glue Press to 14" and 12" Non-Slip Ring Chuck to 16".
More Info HERE
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Non-Slip Ring Chuck
Are you sick and tired of getting catches when you try to cut rings? I have a
terrific solution.
Now available in 16" version
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We recently turned a blank 1.25” thick with our prototype Big Boy Parting tool.
One of the challenges we faced with cutting rings that thick using a Plywood
back plate as a friction chuck was keeping it from spinning and causing a
catch.
So, I was thinking about how we could provide a friction chuck with a positive
lock. Although the lathe might stall if we got a catch, the blank would not
spin against the friction chuck. My solution is to use a two-disk friction
chuck with a 4” square in the center of the front plate. We epoxied a 4” square
waste block to the back of the turning blank (we will discard it later or turn
it down for the base), which will fit into the recess in the front plate and
stop the blank from rotating. It works like a charm!
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Video - Full Length
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Our blank was 12x12x1.25 using walnut and maple. Three rings made a bowl 11.5"
wide and 3.75" tall. The walls were 0.780" thick before turning to final shape.
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Where to Cut???
We got an almost perfect fit for each ring by cutting with the left edge of the
parting tool blade exactly on the line with the kerf on the right side of the
line. We had a step of less than 1/8" showing for glue-up.
(Video)
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Buy Any Size Steady Rest at Regular Price &
Get a Matching Mini Steady Rest Free
Limited Time Offer
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16" Lathe Mounted Disk Sander
Due to popular demand, we have reintroduced the 16" Lathe Mounted Sanding disk.
The package includes 1 @ 80 grit PSA Abrasive Disk, 1 @ rubber cleaning stick,
and 1 @~16" HDPE disk 5/8" thick with faceplate for mounting directly onto your
lathe spindle. (Shown Here in combination with our 7x7 Banjo Table)
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Introducing a New Combo Package:
Order any Banjo Table and Lathe Mounting Sanding Disk - get Free Shipping and
save $25
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Banjo Table & Disk Sander
The Banjo Table mounts into your lathe’s banjo and gives you a stable working
platform. It is available for both 1” and 5/8” post lathes.
Who needs this table?
| • | | Segmented turners wishing to touch up the segments with a
lathe-mounted sanding disk with or without using a miter gauge (not included) |
| • | | Basketweave illusion artists can draw straight even lines on the
blank. |
| • | | Ideal for fluting with a Router and indexing wheel system |
| • | | Anyone needing a flat stable platform mounted on the lathe to allow
controlled access to the workpiece such as carving, drilling equidistant holes,
etc. |
Special thanks to Keith Doneski for suggesting this new item.
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Banjo Table
Available for 1" and 5/8" Posts*
The most popular sizes are 7x7, 10x10, 7x14, and 14x14*. The maximum size I can
make is 16x16 using this material.
*(14x14 for 1" posts only)
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We got a request for a 14x14 with double miter slots so it could be used with a
sled. Here is how it turned out.
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We can make a wide variety of configurations. Don't hesitate to ask if you
don't see the size you need.
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Why you need a Glue Press:
These glue presses are perfect for Bowls From A Board as well as traditional
Segmented Ring Projects. With clamps at all four corners and flat rigid
clamping cauls, even pressure is applied across the surface of each ring for
perfect glue joints.
Traditional clamps only apply pressure on two points (North and South) often
leaving poor glue joints on the other two (East and West sides.)
HDPE is known for its non-stick ability as any glue squeeze-out will easily
just flake off with little effort. This material is resistant to warping,
chemicals, and temperature changes. This unit should last for a lifetime of use
when used according to instructions and stored properly.
We have sizes compatible with most segmented projects:
Four Configurations:
10” x 10” – Diameter – Height
10” x 20” – Diameter – Height
14” x 10” – Diameter – Height
14” x 20” – Diameter – Height
Each Press comes with a 5/8” thick HDPE base and top. It has 4 bolts, 4
Five-Star Knobs, and associated nuts and washers.
Instructions are available under Free Download Section of our website. It is
the very last entry (for now)
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Hollowing Stabilizer + Companion Combo
Save $50 on the pair when purchased together.
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Overall length approximately 30 inches. Allows you to hollow up to 10" when
used with our Hollowing Stabilizer.
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Hollowing Stabilizer Reg. $189.99
Sale $169.99
Hollowing Companion Reg $119.99
Sale $89.99
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More Sale Items This Week
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More Information about these and many more of our unique proprietary accessories
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Easy Cut Board From A Bowl System
TYPE 2
Easier to use, faster to set up, automatic angles, more range, this is what
you've been waiting for.
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What's In The Box Bowl From A Board Easy Cut System Type 2
The basic system includes:
| 1. | | Platform and Post Assembly to fit your lathe |
| 2. | | MultiGuide with guide slots (45, 50, 55, 60 degrees) |
| 3. | | Parting Tool "P" Type Blade 4-1/2" long |
| 4. | | 4" Tube Holder for parting tool blade tapped and threaded with set
screw. |
| 5. | | Alan Wrench |
| 6. | | 11/16" Forstner Bit. |
| 7. | | User Supplies Long Handle |
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Now available for owners of Type 1 (Original) Bowl From A Board Easy Cut System
as a bolt on upgrade.
ECS MultiGuide Upgrade
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The instruction are available in PDF form in Free Downloads at
www.ronbrownsbest.com.
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Video
See The ECS MultiGuide in action on YouTube
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The Brand New ToughSphere Jig
Double Point Support - No Bounce, No Vibration
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Amazing ToughSphere Jig - Solid As A Rock
Two Point Support Eliminates Bounce and Vibration
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Available to fit lathes with swings from 10 to 26"
Priced to fit most turner's budget and as much as $150 less than the most
popular national brand.
YouTube VIDEO
This video is 18 minutes.
Here are 3 shorts (less than 1 minute each)
Roughing Down
Off-Set Right
Tailstock Nubbin
If you are still curious after seeing the video, you can download the
instructions in a PDF here: Amazing ToughSphere Jig Instructions
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Carter and Son Toolworks
Recommends our 4040 setup jig to sharpen their line of 4040 bowl gouges. It
will work on yours too!
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Hollowing Companion - 15" bar allows you to reach 10" deep with your Hollowing
Stabilizer.
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Video
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In Case You Didn't Know, we manufacture most of what we offer on our website in
our own facility in Lawrenceville, Georgia USA (Atlanta Area).
Here is the current list as of Aug, 2024:
40-40 Grind Set Up Block
Amazing Doughnut Chuck
Amazing Hollowing Stabilizer
Bowl Bottom Thickness Finder
Bowl From A Board Easy Cut System Type 2
Disk Sander - Lathe Mounted Disk Sander
Glue Press
Gouge Setup Blocks 8-inch grinding wheels
Hollowing Stabilizer Companion
Indexing Wheels all options
Ladle Chuck - Amazing Ladle Chuck
Longworth Type 2
Made By Medallions
Mini Steady Rest
MultiGuide for Easy Cut System
Off-Center Chuck Full Sized
Natural Edge Jamb Chuck
Negative Rake Scraper 3N1 Gauge
Parting Tool Kit with “PType” Blade
Quad-Setting-Jig For Wood Lathe Tools
Riser Rings
Amazing ToughSphere Jig
Steady Rest Type 2
Stick Out Gauge Block
ToughSphere Sphere Jig
Turning Tool Angle Gauge ABS Unbreakable Plastic
Universal Setting Jig Lathe tool Sharpening
Various Sharpening Setup Aids
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Is there something else you wish I would invent? Couldn't hurt to make a
suggestion. Drop me a note (HERE)
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Natural Edge Jamb Chuck
Why You Need This
Even If You Don't Turn Natural Edge Bowls
Cole Jaws, Longworth Chucks, and Doughnut Chucks are wonderful devices.
However, you always lose 2" of holding capacity to allow for the gripper
buttons or bolts. If you are using a 12" lathe, you can only hold a 10" project
to finish the bottom. Using the Natural Edge Jamb Chuck you avoid that
limitation and can hold projects up to the full size of your lathe! Turn 12"
bowls on a 12" lathe, 14" salad bowls and platters on a 14" lathe and a full
16" platter or salad bowl on a 16" lathe.
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If you really want to try something different, try the Amazing Full Sized
Off-Center Chuck
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New Product Release
Bottom Thickness Finder
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Bowl From A Board Easy Cut System
Get a Parting Tool Kit Free with purchase
(You Supply The Handle) A $50 Retail Value
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Note: for this sale I will also include a 11/16" Forstner Bit matching the
diameter of the blade holder tube. It should yield a perfect fit into your
wooden tool handle. $6 retail value.
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New Video #1 - Using The P-Type Parting Tool
(Video)
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New Video #2
Tim Yoder Makes a Bowl From A Board for about $1.
(Video)
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Short Video
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I received several calls from loyal customers with health issues affecting
their hand strength. Some had strokes, some Parkinsons and some just not as
young as the once were. This Stabilizer is meant to reach up to 10" over the
front tool rest and can be easily used with one hand. I've priced it to be
within reach of almost everyone who turns and could use a little extra help.
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Sharp and Stay Sharp in 2024
Turning with sharp tools is safer, easier, and more fun!
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We love helping our customers with turning questions. You can speak to a live
person when you call. If we are not available, we will return your call as soon
as possible. Don't hesitate to pick up the phone. If you have difficulty
checking out, call us and we will be happy to complete your order on the phone.
(770) 962-3821.
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Don't Forget Our Many Other Unique Items For Turners
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