Matt Jones Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 I'm the best tool in my workshop Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glyn44 Posted February 9, 2015 Author Share Posted February 9, 2015 Hi Andy Yea like all,these things simple when you know how, great tip will,get som made soonest. Knew it was beer, problem is my modelling skills go downhill in proportion to beer intake, but I get past caring and just do it again in the morning! Wooden float, Jeez how big is the stuff your sanding Bert? Looking thru these posts I reckon Permagrit wins, razor plane second. I agree. Although I would like a pillar drill of some sort. Can't make my mind up which. The Dremel one gets poor reviews for accuracy, so would seem to defeat the object. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bert baker Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 mainly 1/4 and 1/3 scale Mini craft table saw is a favorite Edited By bert baker on 09/02/2015 17:48:47 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Green Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 My most undowithoutable tool is my trusty Weller Pyropen with its hot-air nozzle. I do a lot of heatshrink sleeving! Edited By Phil Green on 09/02/2015 18:17:03 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bert baker Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 I've spent thousands on tools, with some grand ideas. It would have been cheaper to pay someone to do the work for me. No surprise ARTF became popular. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iqon Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 at the moment its permagrit, , but i will have to give it back soon...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Claridge Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 best tools are 8 fingers and 2 thumbs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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denis parkinson Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 Where does everybody get their permagrit from? I called in at my LMS yesterday, and they only had one small permagrit file (which I bought) The guy in the shop said he had no idea if and when he was getting anymore in stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrman Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 Denis, Try here. **LINK** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
denis parkinson Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 Thanks jrman, it seems to work out a bit cheaper than Ebay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin Harris - Moderator Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 Posted by denis parkinson on 10/02/2015 10:43:14: Where does everybody get their permagrit from? I called in at my LMS yesterday, and they only had one small permagrit file (which I bought) The guy in the shop said he had no idea if and when he was getting anymore in stock. I wonder why model shops are a dying breed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vecchio Austriaco Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 Proxxon FKS table saw, Emco compact 5 lathe, dremel, bench drill, pint of HobgoblinVA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve T Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 All the way through January by far the best tool in my workshop was the heater, otherwise 'no go in there'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve T Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 What's the next best tool in your workshop? The beer fridge and wine rack when things are just not going according to plan or schedule, no matter who's stupid plan or unachievable schedule I may be mindlessly working to. I blame my upbringing, might as well everyone else does, it's always the parents fault! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mowerman Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 My glasses, can't see well enough without them. Also mask and vacuum cleaner to keep the saw dust out of my lungs. Edited By Mowerman on 10/02/2015 15:56:54 Edited By Mowerman on 10/02/2015 15:57:45 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bert baker Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 Probably the best tool in a few years time will be the BMFA nationals tickets. It will be the best place to spend ones money Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max50 Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 My best tool as such is my Great Mate stand. Use it as a bench, also assembling planes; lining up wings and stab; adjusting servos at a good height, and working on the plane It's the one thing i use in my workshop the most .But mainly that's where it stays. Don't use it as intended for a flight stand. Was great for the heli's,but a bit cumbersome for daily use at the field. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Geezer Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 For the sake of marital harmony, my wife's "Henry" - best vacuum cleaner at the price for balsa dust, and particularly for balsa shavings. Let's face it, coming into the house leaving a trail of shavings behind you can be relied upon to produce a frosty atmosphere whatever the weather outside. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cliff Bastow Posted February 12, 2015 Share Posted February 12, 2015 My bottle of Captain Morgans! helps my models look better to me than they really are. lol Being sensible now my wife bought me a SLEC fuselage building jig for Christmas, and I don't know how I managed without it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Tracey Posted February 12, 2015 Share Posted February 12, 2015 Best tool in my workshop is myself as I can operate all the tools I have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broken Prop Posted February 12, 2015 Share Posted February 12, 2015 A combination of my Record BS250 bandsaw and a disc sander. I don't know how I managed to cut and shape ply formers before I bought these items. (Well actually I do) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fly boy3 Posted February 12, 2015 Share Posted February 12, 2015 I have a 10year old model miniture saw that cuts slots for my Myler hinges at the exact depth and thickness, will have a good cry if I break it. LoL. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff S Posted February 13, 2015 Share Posted February 13, 2015 Posted by Gurth Scriven 2 on 11/02/2015 17:35:47: For the sake of marital harmony, my wife's "Henry" - best vacuum cleaner at the price for balsa dust, and particularly for balsa shavings. Let's face it, coming into the house leaving a trail of shavings behind you can be relied upon to produce a frosty atmosphere whatever the weather outside. My workshop opens off the lounge so I know exactly what you mean but my wife's very tolerant and just gives me the option of a cold shoulder or the vacuum cleaner. At least my option provides me with a warm centrally heated man-cave (with outside access, too). It's my 'study' as well and has a lot of books as well as my PC with a comfy chair for my power naps. Geoff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cymaz Posted February 13, 2015 Share Posted February 13, 2015 You lucky Devil Geoff.. ! One of my most useful tools in the winter is my heat gun....to get the 2 part epoxy following out of the bottle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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