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I've read this all over the internet: when it comes to small carving chisels, bench grinders are too fast and will destroy the tool with heat. I believe this. Standard grinder rpm (1000-3500) is too fast for giving a fine edge to hand chisels, especially small carving chisels. BUT...

Thank you all for your responses. It was nice to get some confirmation from people who know more about these things. I used some window putty (normally for winterizing windows) around the openings and it works very well.

I have a question concerning my HVAC, and I thought someone here might have answer. The attached photos (at arrow) show where 2 copper pipes are exiting the main body. When the AC is on, generous amount of air blows out the open spaces around each pipe. Is this normal? Or should air be...

Hello all, I am currently in the process of restoring a Craftsman 103.0404 scroll saw. The saw was given to me partially disassembled, and right now I am cleaning off the old grime and assembling it together to see what parts needs replacing/repairs. The upper pump mechanism is giving me some...