Tools – Page 3 – TheSTEAMEngine

Measure Twice, Cut Once

Amongst the many wooden items that I have made, there is always one aspect of the process that is apparent, the minimalisation of waste. When measuring and cutting a piece,…

Power Tools Workshop

Storing Bits

The pillar-drill has made it to the workshop and I have had a play with it. It is single speed and allows up to a 13mm bit to be fitted.…

Power Tools Workshop

The Dawn of the Pillar Drill

It's no secret that I have longed for a workshop with all the timmings. I am a creator and need the tools to do so. The use of a drill…

Engineering Science Thoughts Tools

Safety First, Second and Third

It's a glorious Bank Holiday in the UK, so I thought I'd write a quick post to talk about safety. The word can conjure up images of over-control and pandering,…

Hand Tools Vyvyan

Another Day, Another Fix

The creaking on Vyvyan has gotten so bad, it couldn't wait the last week before the MOT is done. Upon inspection, I have found a problem with one of the…

Hand Tools Vyvyan

Grime and Glory

With Vyvyan's MOT test looming, I needed to do some extra fixes. The horn has played up since I bought her and has needed to be changed. With the underside…

Hand Tools Vyvyan

The Research Pay-Off

It seems that whatever I do, I will do research before I begin any task. It doesn't really matter what it is, I need to know more. The problem comes…

Accessories Engineering Workshop

Bench-A-Go-Go

The final workbench is now ready to be installed into the Workshop. I have all three painted up and in use. For £50, these were a bargain. Check out my…

Hand Tools Vyvyan

A Lesson in Tools

As I write this post, I am somewhat annoyed. Vyvyan is in need of some TLC and I was all up for it. Upon getting the tools and environment ready…

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Installing a Television Reflector (Satellite Dish)

Having lived in my house for more than three years, I felt it was time to get some live TV. The signal here is poor and even with a booster,…