[Does anyone change their own oil anymore or is that extinct like the dinosaurs]

I change my own oil and try to do as much work on my own even when going to a mechanic might be faster or easier. The only time it sucks is when it's cold out since I don't have a garage that you can park a vehicle in.

My truck has 280K+ miles on it and I like using extended mileage 15K oil and filters so I don't have to do changes often. I've replaced the starter and o2 sensors since I've had it, but for a 20yr old truck it runs pretty well.




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[WEN 8 in. 5-Speed Drill Press]

For $72 you can't really go wrong. When buying entry level imported machines, I tend to go with the company I have the most faith in so that when issues arise, I know I can get parts and assistance.

 

Wen has been around a very long time. I have to believe that isn't because they've made a habit of jacking people around. 

That's very true, if it lasts a year it'll have paid for itself in time saved. I didn't realize how long Wen had been around until today, so that's reassuring. I think I'll give it a shot and see how it does.


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[WEN 8 in. 5-Speed Drill Press]

I have the 12" and @Foneguy has the 10", we both are big fans of the Wen drill press. I haven't seen the 8" so I cannot comment on it specifically. Check these videos: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=wen+8+inch+drill+press

I imagine the 8" can't be much different if at all quality wise compared to the larger versions. I had never heard of Wen before spotting them on Home Depot, but that's likely a case of me just browsing for specific brands. I saw some reviews on Wen products about damage, but it looks like all of them occurred during shipping so if I buy in store or inspect the package carefully before accepting delivery I should be able to reduce the chance of receiving a damaged unit.


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[WEN 8 in. 5-Speed Drill Press]

Anyone have any experience with the WEN 8 in. 5-Speed Drill Press (http://www.homedepot.com/p/WEN-8-in-5-Speed-Drill-Press-4208/204853910) or WEN products in general? I don't currently see a need for anything larger than this bench top model and 2" of spindle travel should be plenty for the kind of projects I want to build. It looks pretty straight forward and is only $72 which fits in my budget nicely.

[What did you do today? A thread dedicated to the general use of tools in your projects.]

Today I had a chance to use my Dewalt 611 router to round over some Flame Birch (aka Curly or Figured Birch) and some Olivewood that are destined to be cheeseboards. There's more work to be done to them but my sander isn't here yet.



I need to use it more and figure out the best speed for different woods, it's probably going to end up in a router table in the future since I mainly use it for round overs. Also figured out that the Milwaukee M18 Compact Blower is good for blowing away copious amounts of sawdust.


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[Milwaukee Power Tool Deal Thread]

I didn't see this posted yet, but the M18 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Rocket LED Tower Light Kit is on special buy at Home Depot for $199 with a charger and 5.0 battery through January.

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M18-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-Rocket-LED-Tower-Light-Kit-2130-20P/207121220?MERCH=REC-_-rv_homepage_rr-_-NA-_-207121220-_-N

Online my local HD listed it at the $249 price, but changing stores showed the discounted price. Not sure if it's a fluke with my store or only some stores are offering it. None of the local stores have them in stock so I have to order online anyway. 

[Milwaukee OPE available from pre-order]

If your in Michigan you get shafted with sales tax at acme for some reason!!

They have sales people in Michigan that are actively selling to customers so they have to charge sales tax even though they have no physical stores there.

Q12. Will I be charged sales tax?
We are only required to collect sales tax for orders that ship to the six states where we either have stores or have salespeople actively selling to customers. Those six states are: North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, South Dakota, Michigan and Wisconsin.

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[New to Forum]

10 minutes ago, NicolasRamos said:

Josh! Welcome aboard my friend! Now you need to get that brother of yours involved!


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Thanks! He is, he's @justinkendall on here, I don't think he's done an intro post though.

[Milwaukee OPE available from pre-order]

I almost preordered the blower bare tool last night. I need a blower but between the Festool Pro 5 preorder fiasco and the fact that come January there will probably be snow on the ground I'm holding off until Spring. The blower and string trimmer are both on my to buy list though.


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[The Christmas Haul 2016]

Christmas was mostly cash or gift cards because I'm not easy to shop for. People could take guesses at tools but the only one who could actually get me tools and know I don't have them is my brother. He picked me up a Makita XDT111 kit since I don't have a 18v impact driver and wanted to get into a new battery line up.



I turned the cash and gift cards (except the Petco one) into new tools. I picked up a Makita XOB01Z cordless sander, a 2.0 Makita 18v battery, ear plugs, double-ended Makita impact bits, and a pair of Dewalt Concealer safety goggles.

I was planning on getting the Milwaukee cut out tool and their corded random orbit sander, but didn't want to spend more than I had received and Acme Tools had a $25 Makita coupon that made it a better decision. I can walk into Home Depot and pickup the cutout tool any day and I don't really need it at the moment like I do a sander.


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[Milwaukee 2017 releases? What's coming and what do you guys wanna see]

While I doubt they'll be releasing them any time soon (or even planning them at all) I would like to see more wood working related tools. A table saw that is comparable to the Flexvolt one, a stationary/benchtop band saw, and a cordless router would be great. I think they could make a M12 trim router and make one of their larger routers M18 powered.

Of the things they have announced I want both a string trimmer and blower. I hate dealing with gas powered outdoor equipment because I'm terrible at remembering to fill up the gas can. I always have M18 batteries charged. If they could make a M18 lawn mower that would be amazing, but not expecting it unless the blower and trimmers sell well.


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[New to Forum]

 

Hello all, my name is Josh, I am a software developer (websites and iPhone apps) who is making the transition to full time woodworker. I started a tool review website earlier this year to make me write more, to keep notes on different products, and most importantly to share my experience using specific tools with others.

 

I am heavily invested in Milwaukee tools, but own a Dewalt 611 router, and just received a Makita XDT111 Impact Driver Kit for Christmas. I already ordered some more Makita tools, and I am planning to purchase a Dewalt 745 or possibly the Flexvolt table saw and a thickness planner. So I'm not just sticking to one brand.

 

I look forward to interacting on these forums and hopefully helping answer questions on things I know. If anyone has any questions let me know! I'm active on Instagram as@jtkendall and my tool reviews Instagram is @jkendalltools.

 

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