Wood Turning—Spindle Glue-ups For The Wood Lathe

[Sineath]

What type of glue do I use and about how much should I use for that example you made in this video? I'm guessing after applying glue, you used a clamp to hold it in place. How long to dry?

[BradburyGuy]

@Sineath I use Tightbond lll. Water resistant/proof. Dark colored—suitable for medium to dark woods. Sandable and Stainable. It rates top, on glue comparison charts for its intended use. Apply on both surfaces. Enough for a little squeeze-out when clamped. Two hours for basic cure without working wood under pressure. I allow curing overnight before turning. Very flat wood is best. Rough sanded surfaces. Lots of clamps. Use cauls to help evenly distribute clamping pressure.

[MrLeonard55]

Who makes your drum sander?

[yakattk]

On one box I sanded the end grain spinning on the lathe from 100-600 grit. When that didnt work I tried an orbital sander and then a vibe sander. Both sanders used when box was stationary. This was a glue up of 4 inch thick maple boards. Very possible my tools are not sharp as I am an all around beginner. Using various jigs to sharpen but have a problem with plastic inserts on my grinder wheels and vibration. Thanks for the quick response.

[yakattk]

BG, How come when I do the same procedures that my end grain for a box (the inside and outside of the top and bottom) are checked and rough no matter how much I sand? The sides look great or at least as great as my novice ability permits. Thanks.

[BradburyGuy]

@yakattk Checks are usually a result of wood drying unevenly or being forced into position by clamps when the wood is not perfectly square, by jointing, planing and sanding. The type of wood can make a difference on how easy or difficult it is to work the end grain. The sharpness of your tools also play an important role in this factor. I don't understand why you are unable to sand the wood smooth. Tell me what your sanding procedure is, and tell me how you are sharpening your tools.

[alzanca1]

the vacuuuuummmmmm

[MrWoodcarver1]

you need to use a push block when using table saw

[Bertminator]

Good video, thanks for posting. I have to second the push stick thing...I got a bit nervous watching you lean over like that. Either way, thanks for explaining the grain direction thing.

[BradburyGuy]

If I needed a Push stick for that piece of wood, I would have used one. I had plenty of finger-room to make a safe cut. I also keep my fence tuned at precise 90 degree angles from the rail, the table top, and parallel with the blade by using a digital gauge. This not only helps prevent kick-back, but allows a smoother feed with a narrower cut. By-the-way I do have push-sticks for my saw and my jointer. Thanks for Commenting.

[alzanca1]

ehhh ma un vacuum come lo chiamate voi no eh?

[BradburyGuy]

Please Buy Me A Vacuum System, I would be grateful!

[Back2TrueForm]

It's a miracle this guy has all 10 fingers. I wouldn't place a bet on that being a permanent condition. I get not using a guard, since it hampers visibility, but **no splitter** (a simple pin would do), no push stick, reaching over and past the blade? BEGINNERS: don't use this guy for a model!

[BradburyGuy]

Hello Dr. Evil

[gregssmithgss]

when he looses a finger on the table saw what hospital will he go to. No push sticks not smart.

[BradburyGuy]

St. Johns Medical Center, In Longview, Washington

[rodeobadger]

Thanks great piece