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S. Heslop:
Actually, forget that. Thinking about it I should really just shelve this project now so it doesn't distract me. I'm not a great multi-tasker.
If I was doing it properly, seriously trying to make a banjo, i'd probably be best off making some sort of lathe from welded steel and buy one of those x-y tables they sell for drill presses. But i've mostly been playing around with goofy ideas that haven't really worked out that well.
I've mentioned in the past about setting up businesses, but with those I was mostly playing around with the idea too. But since my brother got involved i've started taking it more seriously. We've been looking at renting units the last week and we're considering taking out a loan to pay for tools and vehicles. Fleshing out the business plan and all that.
So RIP the banjo, for now.
vtsteam:
Leaf springs?
Will_D:
What about 12" or longer files? Either big flat ones or big half round ones. They don't need to be new as its not the teeth you wants its a sharp end. So any old files from the 'bay or the boot would do.
Great quality steel and you could always reforge the ends to make V's and gouges. If you can't forge yourself find a blacksmith!
S. Heslop:
--- Quote from: Will_D on April 19, 2015, 06:46:00 AM ---What about 12" or longer files? Either big flat ones or big half round ones. They don't need to be new as its not the teeth you wants its a sharp end. So any old files from the 'bay or the boot would do.
Great quality steel and you could always reforge the ends to make V's and gouges. If you can't forge yourself find a blacksmith!
--- End quote ---
That's a good idea. I might give it a try.
awemawson:
Beware that many modern files are only case hardened - not true of older ones
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