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Hello board, I'm looking into buying an older bandsaw and but it only has one speed. My question is: Is there some sort of regulator that you could install between the plug and the motor to moderate the speed...for instance, to cut metal, I would need about 10% of the speed that it is currently...

Hello board, Former lurker (?) here and now I've started my build (<-- click there!) and we're talking about dust collection. I've read/seen lots of things. I've been considering a decent shop vac and hooking it up with a cyclone system of sorts ORRR buying a smaller dust collector that is on...

As a lurker (mostly), I'm trying to learn and pick up information from all of you seasoned folks. Since joining, I've learned there is a HUGE (understatement) community and the amount of knowledge and equipment you guys have is awesome. As a newbie, I try to following several websites and pick...

Suggestions on good places to find scrap/reusable/recycled material (steel and wood specifically) in the Indy area? :dunno:

I've been looking into building a welding table and I notice they all have nice, thick metal tops. Can anyone explain the reason for thick tops beyond being used as a ground and something stiff to handle the many odds and ends it will see. Also - What about a pretty stout wood top with a 1/4"...

Barn Fit out for woodshop. Hello. Quick background. Went to architecture school, after 4 years realized I love making things. Next two years culminated in a built final project rather than a printed poster. Graduated. Got real job and gave up student life plus access to awesome wood shop. A...

Hello all. Been lurking for some time. Have a shop space in the works (will be posting about it). I see there are several Hoosiers already on here. I'm in the Indy area.