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When you need to make a thread repair and someone has 'borrowed' your tap drill size chart, here is a little trick. Subtracting the pitch from the nominal thread O.D. [...]

When chucking a long workpiece in your lathe, such as bar-stock used to make custom valve guides, it's imperative to support the far end inside the spindle. Commercial spindle liners [...]

When machining threads on a lathe, a 'fishtail' is used to 'square' the tool to the part. For external threads, the fishtail's long edges are held against the O.D. of [...]

This article explores the contrasting leadership styles and qualities of George Washington and Donald Trump. It highlights Washington's self-command, humility, and commitment to democratic principles, while pointing out Trump's lack of self-awareness, honesty, and sense of responsibility. The article emphasizes the importance of leaders who prioritize the well-being of the nation and adhere to democratic norms, cautioning against leaders who prioritize personal power. It encourages readers to consider the example set by Washington and other past presidents in their evaluation of current leaders. [Extracted from the article]

Often, a new customer will stop by saying, 'So-and-so at XYZ Garage told me to stop by and ask for the 'Free Nickel Tour.' I'm interested in having a high-performance [...]

This is an easy way to align a pulley or sprocket when drilling and tapping for a set screw on the key. Suspend the pulley (or sprocket) on a length [...]

Many shops are now using CNC machining centers with coolant tanks/sumps. With time, the coolant will grow a foul-smelling bacterium, especially during the warmer summer months. The cure for foul-smelling [...]

I made this drill guide to quickly center existing lug stud holes when upgrading to larger lug studs in axles. To begin, the round bar needs to be approximately 2' [...]

We modify small plastic bottles, purchased online, for cutting oil, tapping fluid, assembly lube, etc. We've tried bottles with dispenser tips, however those with metal 'needle tips' can scratch parts, [...]

The author reflects on warning of Mark Milley, chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff, against former U.S. President Donald Trump. Topics discussed include desire of Trump to recall and court-martial retired senior officers who have criticized him, agreement of the author with Milley that Trump is a fascist, and view of the author on the issue of Milley speaking with journalist Bob Woodward.

The article discusses former U.S. President Donald Trump's recent inflammatory rhetoric, which labels American citizens as "the enemy within" and positions them as more dangerous than foreign adversaries like Russia and China. It critiques Republican leaders, particularly Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin, for their complicity and cowardice in failing to challenge Trump's authoritarian tendencies.

Use 1-2-3 or 2-4-6 blocks to quickly make a fixture for milling or drilling parts at an angle. Set the angle with triangle blocks, a sine bar, or machine a [...]

For lathes without a DRO, a 2' travel dial indicator to measure carriage travel is handy. I quickly made this simple compact indicator mount clamp from two pieces of scrap [...]

When removing small dowel pins from driveshafts such as an ignition distributor drive gear or a machinery assembly, it can be awkward holding the part steady, while also holding a [...]

Here's a few rookie tips that a few old timers may have forgotten. The risk of a drill bit slipping in a Jacobs chuck, gouging the drill shank, can be [...]

The article in the Atlantic Monthly discusses the virtues of President George Washington and contrasts them with the leadership style of Donald Trump. It also delves into the issue of Washington's ownership of slaves and the pursuit of a runaway slave, Ona Judge. The text highlights concerns about Supreme Court justices' loyalty to Trump and the billionaire class, calling for an enforceable code of conduct for the highest court. The author reflects on the changing landscape of the legal profession and the impact of current political realities on the judiciary. [Extracted from the article]

I made this simple chuck support to help make changing chucks on my lathe and crank grinder much easier. Made from PVC pipe, a farm gate post bolt (or all-thread [...]

'You know' then-candidate Donald Trump said during the 2016 campaign, 'I've always wanted to say this: ... The experts are terrible.' Trump has often been caught at a loss over [...]

Start with a carriage bolt with a head diameter 1/4' larger than the bottom of the T-slot. Be sure the bolt's square shank fits easily into the T-slot. Chuck the [...]