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Comment by michael evans on September 10, 2013 at 4:54am

Would love the space jims got.

Comment by George Santiago on September 9, 2013 at 10:18pm

Nice, I need at least half of that to be a little more handy.

Comment by Ken Darga on February 6, 2013 at 11:33am

Re clamps

Prior to the huge selection of clamps on today's market, 

clamps were often shop made or made on the job site---

using 1x or 2x stock, of adequate width & length---

blocks affixed in appropriate positions,

and wedges used between the fixed blocks and the workpieces.

For the homeowner and DYI, a large selection of many clamps, especially the large ones, that sell for $40 and more each!!!---is a big investment---not justified, when only for occasional use. 

When for the occasional need of longer clamps, the pipe clamps are useful.

Use BIP---24 and 36'' lengths.

If a longer section is needed, use a coupling between the threaded ends. 

To keep the clamps in the ''up'' position and off the work surface,

supports can be made from 2x stock---

cut a "U" groove into the 2x stock, and rest the pipe into the "U" groove.

Comment by Leslee on February 6, 2013 at 10:00am

 I found out that woodworking helps me out with something to do at home. I have to agree with you, Ken. Us woodworkers have to much fun and enjoyment especially when we make something for somebody else. Jim, I like your clamp collection. Some projects you need a lot of clamps and some projects you don't. When you have big collection like Jim does, it is a blessing when you clamp something and you have enough clamps to so.

Comment by Ken Darga on February 6, 2013 at 8:09am

Mike,

It appears to me, your wood working, is more than just a ''pass time''.

I've often said, "No-one should be allowed to have so much fun''.

Comment by michael evans on February 6, 2013 at 4:13am

James ditto here , i guess i am semi retired and playing with wood is a pleasureable retirement past time.

Comment by Russ on February 5, 2013 at 9:56pm

as a novice, im really learning just how important  clamps are.

Comment by james wilhelm on February 5, 2013 at 9:34pm

Russ , maybe $300.00 after 20 + years , I always look for them when they are on sale , but the nice thing about it is that  when I need a clamp there is always one there !!!  I have been building up my tools for many years getting ready for retirement , which happened two years ago , and I have been enjoying myself since, have fun and enjoy your wood working , JIM

Comment by Russ on February 5, 2013 at 6:46pm

wow! that must be like over $500 in just clamps!

Comment by George Hamm on February 3, 2013 at 9:34am

James, nice set of clamps and well organized.  Your right about not having enough clamps.  We can always use one more.  Thanks for sharing.  George

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