Has anyone used a wood plank to scaffold on, instead of the branded accessory?
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The Little Giant videos recommend a 2x12, about $25 at lumber yards. I haven't used a wood plank but my experience with this size lumber is that it is very sturdy.
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Nope. But I have worked with wood. Everything depends on what wood, what thickness, and what length. You could test it by perching your proposed length of wood onto two cinder blocks and then standing in the middle. If you feel flexing, don't do it for real. You could reinforce by placing 2x4 boards on first and then putting a length of board on top of that. Here's a calculator page, too: https://courses.cit.cornell.edu/arch264/calculators/example8.1/
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I don't believe there is, within the context of the existing design. You could jury-rig something, I expect. Another drawback to this product, we have found, is there is no lip on the lower edge to rest one's work on.
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I've not added anything other than the rubber pad from my old jack. The hockey puck has been a good solution for many for a long time. The newspaper is interesting, but may have limited reusability. I've used 2x4s, 2x6s, etc. and oriented the grains proper to avoid splitting. I also have interest in a better pad, but I haven't made a purchase or researched it yet. A quick look netted a few different designs. Then there are flat and dished/cupped for more general use, like what the hockey puck would do excepth they tend to come either attached to a new pintle or overlap the original pintle/saddle. The other common type has a groove(s) for use with pinch welds with same mounting options. Beyond that, there appear to be other more specialized versions out there. Now that I'm starting to search a little, I'd likely get one for the pinch weld as well as one or two of the flat and dished pads. While shopping for those, may as well plan to get something similar for jack stands!
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I haven't done this but it appears you can take the top off and put a new material on it. I would make sure the material isn't too thick otherwise you'll have issues with being able to secure it and put it back on the wooden structure.
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I assume you are asking about the thinner 'plyboard' part of the furniture and not the stronger structural wood. I used mine to cut out the back of an entertainment unit to run cables, and it worked like a charm.
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I feel you can in use a standard screw with a shoulder but of course the kreg screw works best. The whole is designed to use a screw with a flat head. I am not sure how you will save by using an over the counter screw.
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Yes, I did it by myself but you should have some one help you as it is very heavy once all put together. You should get extra wood glue. I ran out and had to stop to get more. It's a great piece. I love it
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No. It requires a special Bosch adapter to then use templates. I'd suggest a Porter Cable palm grip for template work. Thats what I'm now looking at.
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No. You need to attach it to a part of the furniture that the particle board is attached/nailed. The backing alone will not sustain the screws for the straps. Hope this helps!
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Not a good idea! You will damage your flooring and not get full sink on the staple which will eventually show a dimple in the next piece of wood. You also can't get the pressure you need to get the planks tight against each other.
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Are you using the wood solution for your floors, rather than the regular solution?
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Jack: I have my table saw mounted on a Hi-Lo folding stand (Porter Cable stand, I think). I made a base for the Steel City planer out of 3/4" plywood and put two 3/4" runners under it which exactly match the miter slots in the table saw top. I then just place the planer on top of the saw (in it's low position) and the runners and weight of the planer hold it very stable. I like this combo, since I'm able to remove and stow it when not in use (I have s small shop!). I saw the other comment and it appears mine was not the first to be used this way! I run 6' and 8' boards through without issue. Bill Jack: I have my table saw mounted on a Hi-Lo folding stand (Porter Cable stand, I think). I made a base for the Steel City planer out of 3/4" plywood and put two 3/4" runners under it which exactly match the miter slots in the table saw top. I then just place the planer on top of the saw (in it's low position) and the runners and weight of the planer hold it very stable. I like this combo, since I'm able to remove and stow it when not in use (I have s small shop!). I saw the other comment and it appears mine was not the first to be used this way! I run 6' and 8' boards through... » Read More Jack: I have my table saw mounted on a Hi-Lo folding stand (Porter Cable stand, I think). I made a base for the Steel City planer out of 3/4" plywood and put two 3/4" runners under it which exactly match the miter slots in the table saw top. I then just place the planer on top of the saw (in it's low position) and the runners and weight of the planer hold it very stable. I like this combo, since I'm able to remove and stow it when not in use (I have s small shop!). I saw the other comment and it appears mine was not the first to be used this way! I run 6' and 8' boards through without issue. Bill « Show Less
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I just looked on the Kreg website and it's a FAQ. They said yes, the blue-kote can be used in PT lumber. For what that's worth. Music to my ears, as they are almost 1/4 as expensive as their SS screws.
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Not that husband notice when researching it.He made a stand for it himself using an old saw table he had before.You may check out Harbor Freight as they have stury stands and modify it.
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I believe the screws that come with Kreg are specifically designed for this type of joinery. They have a very corse thread. It may be possible to use other screws that have a similar shape and thread pitch, but I wouldn't use wood screws myself.
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good luck cause I couldn't get replacement for mine either. I e-mailed the manufacturer and they never responded. Amazon gave me some credit and we just are making do with it since I still have most of the pieces. Looks like you can get someone to make something out of wood tho if you know a carpenter. Bad deal for these things!
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I returned my Oliver machine I had nothing but problems with it (they shipped 3 different machines and the all had electrical error problems) tech support was horrible. So, I ordered a General CNC Router (almost identical machine) from Wood Craft, still had some problems with electrical errors, but the tech support was awesome in resolving any issues I was having. To answer your question, I have only carved on wood and cast acrylic so far no metals that is on the to do list, there is lots to learn when designing projects. I do not believe that this machine is capable of cutting out shapes on carving, I would think by changing the depth of carving and placing a wood platform under the piece of metal you are cutting, so the bit does not touch the bed of the machine (it will error out if you try to carve to deep it will not allow it to touch the bed).