[Linen Guy]

Hi my name is Mike and im located in NE Phoenix. I have wanted to get into woodworking for a long time now. I have some experience but I have a long way to go and hoping for some support here.
Usually when I decide to do something I tend to jump in head first (much to the frustration of my wife). I currently have a separate building to dedicate as a shop. Its a 16 x 20 barn with lots of storage in the loft. I have acquired the follow tool so far: a Rigid 3610 table saw w/ an Incra V27 miter gauge, Milwaukee 5616 router, a Dewalt 12" CSMS as well as all my basic power tools some clamps and vises. Currently looking for a drill press, jointer/ planer and a belt/disc sander. Any suggestions on must have tools to get started and ideas on setting up a shop would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Alan Sweet]

Welcome Aboard...

X Zonie here. I lived in Tucson and Mesa for a total of 25 years. I live in Alabama now. They get more rain here in 24 hrs than we used to get in Tucson in a year.

 

[Linen Guy]

Thank you I'm looking forward to making some new friends as well as getting some good advice.

 

[Paul 649]

Welcome Line Guy, I live in East Mesa, Az. Retired from Toledo, Ohio and moved out here in 2002. I would recommend adding a thickness planer and a dust collector to your list. Tools are really based on what type of woodworking you plan on doing. I don't really get on here and say much. You will find that this site and those members are very willing to help.

 

[Linen Guy]

Hi Paul nice to hear from you. A dust collector will be high on my list. I was thinking about adding a separate " closet" outside the barn to house the dust collector to help keep the noise down. I am checking Craig's List daily for both these items. One question... where are you purchasing your lumber.

 

[Alan Sweet]

Hopefully you will be able to find

a source of mesquite and/or Iron wood. J know some people that would be willing to do some trading for for some good mesquite burl or heart wood iron wood.


Like me...

 

[jharris2]

Welcome to the vortex Paul,

 

[Paul 649]

Mike, I have found the best buy and choice of woods and sheet goods, to be at Superior Lumber in Phoenix and they bring a bunk out to your truck and sat it down and you can go through to your hearts content. I buy some at Timber Line here in East Mesa, only because it is handy (close to the shop). Not saying there is not some better out there, but I kinda stick with what I know. TimberLine is a little higher than most and limited on some sheet goods.

 

[ironman123]

Welcome to the forum from Central Texas.

Ray

 

[cabinetman]

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[Gene Howe]

Hi Mike. I'm in Snowflake, AZ.
The HF DC is a decent one. Mine is vented directly outside. Sure improves the suction and frees up a ton of space and there's no bags to empty.

If you are ever up this way, I have a nice bench top, 12 speed DP I'd let go cheap. But, check craigslist. I've seen a few in the PHX area.

 

[Linen Guy]

Hey Gene

That might just give me a chance to take a nice drive and get out of the heat one of these days. let me know what you are looking to get for the DP. Thanks.

 

[Gene Howe]

Mike,
I'm asking $70. Here's a picture.

If you are interested but don't want to make the total trip, we go to Tucson frequently on 77, we could meet in Globe. Save ya about 60-70 mi.

 

[bigcouger]

Welcome Aboard

 

[Linen Guy]

Welcome Line Guy, I live in East Mesa, Az. Retired from Toledo, Ohio and moved out here in 2002. I would recommend adding a thickness planer and a dust collector to your list. Tools are really based on what type of woodworking you plan on doing. I don't really get on here and say much. You will find that this site and those members are very willing to help.

I took the planer off the wish list. I got a smokin' deal on a new Ridgid R4331 13" planer off of Craig's List. Still in the box.

 

[Linen Guy]

Mike,
I'm asking $70. Here's a picture.
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If you are interested but don't want to make the total trip, we go to Tucson frequently on 77, we could meet in Globe. Save ya about 60-70 mi.

Ive got a friend in globe and one in Safford maybe i cold get one of them to hook up with you if I cant get up that way. can you send me some info on it. Does this forum have a way to do pvt messaging?

 

[Gene Howe]

Mike, I think you must have a certain number of posts....maybe 10.... before you can post a private message.

 

[Linen Guy]

Thanks Gene that shouldn't take to long.

 

[rayking49]

Welcome.