What kind of wood can I use? I'm looking for a hobby I can be a novice in and I have TONS of Pine stumps/logs throughout my yard for discs...
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I'm sorry, I wish I could help you but I can't honestly answer this question.
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I agree that you should first call Penn state. While not on the same subject, I have called them in the past and found them to be very helpful. Next best bet would be to try a local Woodcraft dealer, if available, as he might be able to order one for you. Good luck.
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I use Royal Oak lump charcoal, works great. Walmart has it. I have only used the Cook Air a couple of times but I can tell youits great! Awesome! I would think one 2x3 chunk of real wood would be enough. Do a google and see the lump charcoal its the best.Its real wood that has been burnt down to charcoal. Works really good and you don't need a lot...Mark
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I think with pine especially with digger pine I would use at least 2 times a week. Oak is much cleaner.
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I got my set because I have a guitar that is old and had a lot of dry wood. I say just make sure that you all the parts you can use it for. A couple of the products aren't supposed to go on a certain type of wood.
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I would rather use saws to rough it out first. Then use rough wood files for further shaping. Then finish it in with a sander with 36 grit sand paper and continue with finer grits. The microplane is not one of my favorite tools. Also check out youtube for tips on your project.
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You could try the woodchips sold at most big box hardware stores. Find it with the charcoal.
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Funny you should ask.....I have been experimenting with different types of wood as well as charcoal mixes, this biolite is simply incredible! Try it and let me know! Hope it works out!
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I think this miter saw would be overkill to cut small discs but the price point (being reconditioned) might be right compared to other cutting options. This saw would do the job and you would probably need to purchase an additional blade for finer cuts for your discs. If you're cutting 1/4" discs from a long piece of wood, then safety isn't an issue. The saw could be dangerous if the pieces of wood aren't as long as the saw's platform.
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I used regular pine 2 x 4, but I'm sure you can use any type of wood you want as long as it is 2x4. I painted the legs black with spray paint used for plastics and stained the wood a mohagany color and use the benches around my cabin table
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I am not positive but I cant see why you couldnt use wood if you wanted to.
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You'll probably need something if your shooting under 300 yards. I always put a log or heavy rock on the stands of mine. It's the same where I live...mostly rock
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Hello,I use regular wood or charcoal. I'm sure you can use just about anything.
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you can make any lumber dimension you can physically get from the log by moving the guide board. I would recommend shaving an 1/8th inch off the guide board and securing it to small pieces at the end of the log you are cutting.
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Compressed something. It's not like in the olden days, maple, pine etc. You wouldn't find anything this cheap made of real wood. I like it, a little flimsy, I added wood support bars to the back.
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Not quite sure if you're using a power tool or hand saw? But, either way - llke most jobs using saw horses. They are used to lay your material on - you'll need your free hand to stabilize the lumber
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Yes. Just for you, having a recently expired credit card, I gave it a go. Holding firm down pressure to avoid bounce, it took tree or four decisive wraps with a 3# hammer to create a clean 3/4" hole or disc; using a knot on a piece of pine/fir as an anvil. You want something quite firm, that will not damage the cutting edge. I like end-grain of hedge, though end-grain of most any hard wood or similar material would suffice.They are a good set.