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Here are things you can build, along with shop tips and wisdom from the club's members and other contributors.

Most of these projects are in web page html format. Just click on the picture or link to access the project. Some are in Acrobat pdf format, while others may be downloaded in zip format. Hover your mouse's cursor over a link to determine the file format before clicking.

Zero-It Type Indicator Holder

Lathe Tapping Device

Shop Made Pump Center

The Double Scotch Steam Engine

The See-Through Steam Engine

Sawstand for 4x6 H/V Bandsaw

Shop made hoisting crane

Making Wedge Type Toolholders

Electronic Lead Screw

Vertical-Plane Ball Turner

Quick Change Toolpost for Small Lathes

Reversing and Dynamic Braking of Induction Motors

Freon Bottle Foundary

Sneaky Puzzle for a Machinist

Laser Bore Gun Sight

Machinist's Jack

Powder Coating in the Home Shop

JRW Sheet Metal Brake

Fishmouth Jig for Lathe

An Uncommon Ball Turner

Ouick In&Out Drilling Actuator

3-Phase Converters