Finishing Sander
Review: ‘Hatchet II ’
Above: Danielle Harris wants to go back and pick up some dead bodies in "Hatchet II."

PORTER CABLE MODEL 330 FINISHING SANDER US $90.00

NEW ELECTRIC FINISHING SANDER 7 inch POWER TOOL US $9.99

BLACK DECKER 1 3 Sheet Finishing Sander Original Box Instructions USED TWICE US $13.95

MAKITA FINISHING SANDER MODEL BO4552 US $25.00

PORTER CABLE 342R 1 4 inch Sheet 24 Amp Finishing Palm Corded Sander US $52.95

7 ELECTRIC FINISHING SANDER TOOL New finisher sand US $19.99

6 Random Orbital Air Finishing Sander Vacuum Ready US $48.99

Black and Decker 1 4 Finishing Sander Model FS500 US $9.00

Black Decker Model 7434 Finishing Sander US $10.00

Black Decker 7558 1 3 Sheet Finishing Sander US $31.94

Used Sears Craftsman Finishing Sander model 315277010 US $5.99

PORTER CABLE 330 SPEED BLOC FINISHING SANDER W GRIT US $45.00

Ryobi Corner Cat CFS1501 Compact Finishing Sander US $15.99

5 Round Electric PALM WOOD FINISHING SANDER US $29.99

MAKITA BO4556K 20 AMP 4 1 2 INCH FINISHING SANDER CASE US $12.00

Porter Cable 505 Heavy Duty Type 2 Half Sheet Finishing Sander US $11.50

Makita Finishing Sander US $20.99

Craftsman Finishing Sander palm size 1 4 sheet orbital motion 14000 OPM US $3.99

Black Decker 7454 1 3 Sheet Finishing Sander US $5.99

NEW Makita Finishing Sander BO4556K FREE SHIPPING US $51.99

Bosch 1297DK R Palm 1 4 Sheet Finish Finishing Sander US $47.99

Finishing sander US $15.00

Black Decker 1 4 Sheet Finishing Sander model FS540 with dust catcher US $11.00

FINISHING SANDER JCPENNY 2295 12 AMPS 120 VOLTS US $7.99

NEW MAKITA PALM FINISHING SANDER BO4550 1 4 SHEET 4550 US $29.99

Finishing Sander

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Drill Chuck

How do I remove the chuck from my 36V Dewalt cordless drill?

Most chucks are removed as follows:

Open the chuck all the way and look down inside. There is probably a screw inside at the bottom. Remove this screw. It may be left hand thread, depends on the model.

Now the hard part. The chuck is usually screwed on pretty tight. Tighten something "L" shaped into the chuck. Hit this "L" shaped item with a hammer to try to break the hold the threads have on the chuck. Once this is done, you should be able to screw it off by hand. You need that impact shock to break the hold.

I usually chuck something inside where I can get either a hammer drill or impact wrench on it to unscrew it.

It can be a pain, but it will come if you keep at it.

NEW BOSCH Keyless Chuck 2608572902 37618 Cordless drill fits dewalt metabo US $17.50

lot of drill chuck keys US $16.66

Jacobs Drill Chuck Conversion Kit with EXTRA Chuck US $19.99

Craftsman Drill Chuck 1 2 Capacity 1 2 20 Thread Mount Shopsmith US $7.99

NEW DELUXE ELECTRIC DRILL 3 8 DRIVE CHUCK POWER TOOL US $19.99

Jonnesway 6234A 3 8Jacobs Chuck 65L 1800rpm Reversible Air Drill US $130.00

New Black Decker 12V Lithium Cordless Drill Driver 3 8 Chuck LDX112SFSB NIB US $39.00

4 in 1 Chuck Key For Drill Power Press Air Tool Bit Master Cordless Electric New US $3.97

Air High Speed Sander Auto Body Work Wood Accept drill chuck Pnuematic New Tool US $14.97

Makita 3 8 Electric DRILL with Chuck New US $49.99

VINTAGE SKIL MODEL 123 3 4 D HANDLE DRILL WITH A CHUCK KEY US $49.99

dewalt cordless xrp 1 2 cordless drill driver hammerdrill chuck is jammed US $65.00

BRAND NEW Ryobi P206 18V Drill 1 2 HD Chuck Lithium OR NiCd Batt Compatible US $15.51

18 Volt Cordless 3 8 Drill Driver with Keyless Chuck US $.99

Drill Chuck Key for 1 2 Chuck 15 64 Pilot 12 Teeth US $3.00

DEWALT DW990 144V CORDLESS DRILL w 1 2 chuck US $13.50

Makita Cordless Driven Drill Model 6073D Keyless 1 2 Chuck Metal Case US $17.00

Antique VTG Black Decker 1920s 3 4 Heavy Drill Almond Chuck D Handle AC DC US $114.99

Jacobs 1 2 Drill Chuck for Milwaukee Skil Rockwell Porter Cable Makita US $20.00

192V CRAFTMAN IMPACT DRIVER 1 4 DRILL DRIVER 3 8 CHUCK 2 BATTERYS CHARGER US $75.00

1 4 Keyless Chuck Driver 1 4 Hex Shank Screwdriver Drill Grinder Converter New US $9.49

Large Four Way Universal Drill Chuck Key Drill Press US $12.99

Small Four Way Universal Drill Chuck Key Drill Press US $5.99

Set of 2 Large Small Four Way Drill Chuck Key Drill US $19.99

Ingersoll Rand 7807R 3 8 Chuck Standard Duty Air Angle Reversible Drill Used US $16.50

Drill Chuck

Duty Xrp
I want to buy a Dewalt heavy duty XRP 14.4v cordless 1 1/4 - 2 1/2 16 gauge angled finish nailer.?

I am purchasing this for some remodleing that I'm doing around the house. Can I use it to install hardwood floors, if I can how does it compare to a floor nailer.

First, if you want a cordless finish nailer, I would strongly recommend the Paslode, instead of a piece of Dewalt junk. But if you want a pure electric nailer consider the Senco. And NO, you can not use it for installing an entire floor, the 16 ga. fasteners are strong enough to over the hold it securely over the long run (no heads) (its fine to use around the perimeter, where you can't fit the flooring nailer, and there is little to no traffic).

You can rent a full manual flooring nailer (Porta-Nailer), if you are trying to stay away from a compressor rental or purchase.

DEWALT DC988 HEAVY DUTY XRP 1 2 DRILL DRIVER HAMMERDRILL US $15.50

DeWALT 144v XR DC983 Heavy Duty XRP 1 2 13mm Cordless Drill Driver US $29.99

NEW DeWALT 18V 1 2 Hammer Drill DCD970 Heavy Duty XRP Drill Side Handle US $99.99

DeWALT DC9096 Heavy Duty XRP 18 Volt Battery Pack NEW US $35.00

DeWALT dc9091 Heavy Duty XRP 141 Volt Battery Pack NEW US $34.00

DeWalt DC618K Heavy Duty XRP 18V 16 Gauge Angled Finish Nailer US $155.00

ONE DEWALT HEAVY DUTY XRP 12 VOLT BATTERY PACK NEW IN PACKAGE US $33.00

NEW DeWalt DC9096 2 Heavy Duty XRP 18V Battery Combo Pack US $71.00

DeWalt Heavy Duty 18 Volt XRP Cordless Jig Saw NEW with keyless blade clamp US $189.00

DEWALT 144 VOLT DC9091 HEAVY DUTY XRP BATTERY US $44.00

NEW DEWALT DC9096 2 Heavy Duty XRP 18 Volt Battery Combo Pack US $55.00

DEWALT DW988 HEAVY DUTY XRP 1 2 CORDLESS HAMMER DRILL 18 VOLT US $7.19

DeWalt DC940KA Heavy Duty XRP 12V Cordless Drill Driver Kit US $177.44

DeWalt Heavy Duty DW056 18v XRP 1 4 Impact Driver w Battery Charger Tool US $20.49

DeWalt DC390K Heavy Duty XRP 18V Cordless Circular Saw Kit US $214.54

Brand New DeWalt 1 2 Heavy Duty Cordless 18V XRP Impact Wrench Kit DW059HK 2 US $274.95

DeWalt DC330K Heavy Duty XRP 18V Cordless Jig Saw Kit US $258.67

DeWalt DCK255X 18V Heavy Duty XRP Hammerdrill Impact Driver Combo Kit US $353.79

DeWALT 18 VOLT BATTERY PACK HEAVY DUTY XRP DC9096 NEW US $75.00

DeWalt XRP DW988K 2 18V NiCd 1 2 Heavy Duty Cordless Hammer Drill US $175.00

Dewalt DC987 Heavy Duty XRP 18 V Cordless Drill Driver US $45.00

DeWalt DC616K Heavy Duty XRP 18V 16 Gauge Straight Finish Nailer US $336.47

DEWALT DC9096 2 HEAVY DUTY XRP 18 VOLT BATTERY COMBO PACK NEW FREE SHIPPING US $124.95

Dewalt DW988 1 2 18V XRP Duty Hammer Drill W 2 DC9096 Bag and Light US $179.95

DeWalt DC936KA Heavy Duty XRP 1 2 144V Cordless Hammerdrill Drill Driver Kit US $222.64

Duty Xrp

Paslode Impulse
Anyone know if Paslode is going to come out with an angled 18 gauge finish nailer?? they have a straight?

All my other cordless nailers are angled, I like the grip style and availability in tight areas, I have the framer, and the 16 guage, but now that they finally came out with an 18 guage, do they have an angled planned??

Hitachi's website has the answer

Paslode Impulse Framing Nailer Model IMCT for parts or not working US $65.00

new PASLODE IMPULSE FRAMING 2eaO`RINGS PART 403992 US $13.99

PASLODE IMPULSE GUN 1eaO`RINGS PART 403992 404482 US $13.99

PASLODE IMPULSE IM 250 CORDLESS BATTERY GAS NAIL FRAMING GUN US $45.00

Paslode IM250A Impulse Cordless 16 Gauge Angled Finish Nailer 90600 w Case US $69.00

6V Battery PASLODE Impulse 404717 902000 902200 B20720 US $16.95

paslode impulse im250a cordless angled finish nailer US $80.00

Paslode 30 Degree Cordless Impulse Framing Gun Nailer 900420 4 US $152.50

PASLODE 900420 IMPULSE FRAMING NAILER IMCT STICK CLIPPED HEAD NAIL GUN AIR FRAME US $89.99

NEW Paslode Impulse 900600 Cordless 16 Gauge Angled Finish Nailer IM250A US $167.50

Paslode Impulse 325 Cordless Framing Nailer Original owner US $102.50

PASLODE IMPULSE CLIPPED HEAD FRAMING NAILER KIT USED GOOD CONDITION US $100.00

PASLODE Impulse Framing Nailer NEW cordless IMCT 900420 NIB NR US $82.00

Paslode Impulse 900420 30 Degree Framing Nailer US $.99

Paslode Impulse Nailer 30 Degree US $90.00

Paslode Impulse 30 Deg Cordless Framing Nail Gun US $175.00

Paslode Impulse 900420 IMCT 30 Degree Cordless Framing Nailer w Case US $76.00

PASLODE 900420 IMPULSE FRAMING NAILER IMCT STICK CLIPPED US $49.99

Paslode Impulse Straight Finish Nailer IM250II No Reserve US $10.50

Paslode Impulse IM250 Cordless Finish Nailer w Battery Charger Nails Case US $119.00

NEW 6 VOLT Battery PASLODE Impulse 404717 Nailer 6 V US $16.95

Paslode Impulse 325 Solid State Cordless Framing Nailer in Case US $99.00

BRAND NEW 15AH 6V Battery for PASLODE Impulse 404717 US $16.95

2 x 2500MAH 6V Rechargeable Battery for PASLODE Impulse 404717 Cordless Nailer US $28.00

Paslode Impulse 325 Solid State Cordless Framing Nailer in Case 2 US $99.00

Paslode Impulse

Molding Router
How do you make quarter round molding?

I have an ongoing project, and it calls for quarter round molding as a "glass stop" in doors. The stock is 1/4" x 1/4" square.

I've seen them called 'beading', 'quarter round', and 'round-over' bits. Some come with an additional edge which would allow you to put a square notch along one edge too, by letting the bit cut farther down into the stock. Shank sizes are usually 1/4", or 1/2". The important part here for your consideration, is the radius of the bit. Since your stock is 1/4" square, you probably want a 1/4" radius bit, so you get the curved round-over to start at one edge, and go to the other. A smaller radius would leave a small flat edge before the round-over starts, and a larger radius would result in a sharper angle at the edge of the stock, because it would be removing more stock.
Rockler carries several sizes, but you can also find this common style of bit locally at most hardware, and building supply stores -

http://www.rockler.com/product.cfm?Offerings_ID=2127&TabSelect=Details

By the way - quarter round stock is easier to make if you have the router mounted in a table. I start by cutting my stock LONGER than it needs to be, before I start running it through the router. I do that just in case I leave a bump, or have a blowout. Keep your fingers away from the bit, obviously, and use a feather-board, push-stick etc. In an industrial setting, when I made these, I'd use a feather board from the side, and a feed motor from the top. At home, I use a feather board from the side, and one from the top, for best effect. It is also easier to make, if you start with a wider board as stock, and then rip it on a table saw to the 1/4" finished width. This gives you more control over the stock as you run it through the router.

Purchasing quarter round, might be the cheapest way to go, but its more fun to make it yourself, I think, heheh. And you can use any species of wood, for customization, that you cannot find when purchasing stock trim from a store.

By the way, you may be able to get a router bit 'kit' with a few different sized radius bits, or a matching set of bead/cove bits for just a few dollars more than the single bit.

Have Fun

Mitered Door Router Bit Set Frames Molding Bit 12230 US $37.95

3 PC ELITE BASEBOARD MOLDING ROUTER BIT SET 1 2 SHANK US $59.00

5X 1 2 SPECIALTY MOLDING OGEE TUNGSTEN ROUTER BITS NEW US $54.99

10 bits Architectural Molding Router Bit Set 16101 US $104.95

Triple Bead Column Molding Router Bit 16159 US $14.95

Freud 95 100 5pc Cabinet Molding Router Bit Set New in Box US $189.00

5pc 1 2 Carbide ROUTER MOLDING BIT SET with WOOD CASE cut shaper mold cabinet US $59.99

Elaborate Large Crown Molding Router Bit Profile 16148 US $22.95

5 PC 1 2 Specialty Molding Carbide Router Bit Panel Raise Door Stile Ogee Bits US $57.25

2 pc 1 2 SH 2 5 16 Long Crown Molding Router Bit Set US $34.00

Architectural Base Molding Router Bit 16130 US $18.95

Freud 99 014 Molding Router Bit with 1 2 Inch Shank NEW US $49.99

5 Bit Specialty Molding Router Bit Set 16540 US $64.95

5 PC 1 2 SPECIALTY MOLDING CARBIDE ROUTER BIT PRO SET US $57.99

Triple Flute Molding Router Bit 16160 US $15.95

Architectural Molding Router Bit 16135 US $18.95

Large Reversible Crown Molding Router Bit 16150 US $22.95

Multiform Multi Profile Molding Router Bit 16155 US $25.95

Architectural Molding Router Bit 16134 US $16.95

Pedestal Base Small Furniture Molding Router Bit 16157 US $18.95

1 PC 1 2 SH 2 5 16 Long Crown Molding B Router Bit US $16.00

1 pc 1 2 Shank Crown Molding Angle 52° 38° Router Bit US $20.00

1 PC 1 2 SH Window Brick Molding Router Bit for 180 US $21.00

1 pc 1 2 Shank Specialty Molding C Router Bit US $13.00

1 pc 1 2 Shank Specialty Molding E Router Bit US $13.50

Molding Router

Jig Saw Blade
What is the right tool to cut 1/4 inch particle (press) board?

I have to cut a large rectangle, and then I need to cut a couple of smaller rectangles out of the middle of it (electrical box and recepticle) and I need it to be smooth. Should I use a jig saw (which blade) a circular saw, or a router?

neither one. for a smoother cleaner cut use a retractable utility knife.

the one with a razor blade in it, like the one you use to cut drywall.

9 Bosch U Shank Carbide Grit U50RF3 U30RF3 jigsaw blades Swiss Made Tile Glass US $11.99

30 NEW Bosch U Shank Jig Saw Blades Swiss Made U144CD and U101AO US $19.99

BOSCH T101 B PACKAGE OF 100 JIGSAW BLADES US $25.49

30 Bosch U Shank Progressor Jig Saw Blades U345XF3 and U567A3 NEW US $19.99

100PK Porter Cable Jig Saw Blades BIMETAL 12527 5 6 TPI US $24.99

NEW Lot of FIVE packages Dewalt Jig Saw Blades DW3712H 4in 10tpi 25 blades US $9.99

New Sabre Saber Jig Saw Blades Cut Wood Metal Drywall Aluminum Universal PVC US $.99

Makita Part No792691 8 JIGSAW BLADE NoB 10S 5 per Pack US $8.72

Sears Craftman 926874 Jig Saw Blades US $2.50

STERLING JIGSAW BLADE USA MADE FITS DEWALT 1 4 SHANK ASSORTMENT 20 COUNT US $9.99

DEWALT BOSCH STYLE 7 TOOTH JIGSAW SAW BLADES 15 COUNT NEW 41 8 US $9.99

Jigsaw Blades JS100 3 Blades 6T 8T 10T US $.99

Rockwell Blade Runner Jig Saw Multi Purpose Precision RK7321 US $219.99

BLACK DECKER PIRANHA JIGSAW BLADES 5X HCS for Wood Plastic US $1.56

NEW PORTER CABLE BAYONET JIG SAW BLADES 12336 100 100 PACK US $14.99

NEW PORTER CABLE BAYONET JIG SAW BLADES 12354 100 100 PACK US $14.99

NEW PORTER CABLE BAYONET JIG SAW BLADES 12342 100 100 PACK US $19.99

9 Shopsmith Jigsaw Blades Unused US $12.00

PROXXON 28054 SPECIAL STEEL JIGSAW BLADES SET TWO SAW BLADES US $5.00

DISSTON BI METAL JIGSAW BLADES 3 24TPI 1 4SHANK 3 CT 6 BLADES U SHANK USA MADE US $.99

Bosch Jig T Shank Jig Saw Blades 10pc 4 x 10tpi 30611 US $2.50

DEWALT DC330KR 18V 18 Volt XRP NiCad Cordless Jig Saw Kit wKeyless Blade Change US $189.97

Bosch Jigsaw Blades T744D3 set of 3 New Unopened pack US $6.50

25 BOSCH T SHANK JIG SAW BLADES SWISS JIGSAW T118AF US $23.99

8 Piece Sabre Saw Blades Metal Wood Scroll Saw Jig Saw US $6.99

Jig Saw Blade

If you want good woodworking machinery there are several brand you can choose from. You will need a wide selection of tools and machines to have a home or pro woodworking workshop. Try selecting high quality brands of machinery such as Craftsman, Ridgid, Rockwell, and Milwaukee when you want to create your own woodworking workshop.

You can find Craftsman tools at Sears all over the country, as well as on their own website This company is know to have a good reputation for pro's and for novices. These tools come with a warranty that lasts a lifetime so you really know you are getting something good. You can take it back to any Sears if you need a replacement.

Try a Craftsman table saw in the ten or twelve inch variety. Most models have at least a three horsepower motor, which will be sturdy enough for almost any woodworking task. You can find portable ones that are very easy to take from job site to job site and that can be stored easily between use in your shed or even a closet.

You can also find a great compound miter saw by Craftsman that have a great bonus feature called the Laser Trac. This will help you be more precise and accurate when cutting by using laser to create a visible line for you to follow. The blade tilt comes in a the dual bevel style and it tilts to any side so you can get the best beveled edges. This saw is also very easy to use for anyone.

If you want to try another product with a solid warranty and of the best quality then try Rockwell. This brand has a large selection of tools for you to stock your personal workshop with. You can find some of the best woodworking machinery from Rockwell that will last you for years. Make sure to take good care of your tools and give them the proper maintenance and should get a long life out of them.

You can find a Rockwell table saw in a nine through twelve inch model. You can rest assured that these saws are made from cast iron and are very durable and reliable. You can feel comfortable knowing that they will last you for years to come. You can also find vintage table saws sometimes that are still in great shape. You can get a large saw that has a sliding table and twenty foot rails.

Try a Ridgid power tool if you want to add something to your woodworking ship. They have a great contractor style saw that is made from cast iron and has rails that extend, as well as a micro adjusted fence dial. They also make really durable and rugged miter saws, lathes, and drip press machinery.

This brand has also being trying to improve their technology and add more features to make better products. For instance new features are being put on their whole line of woodworking tools. They also have developed a laser system for miter saws to make them even more accurate.