A Milling Machine For Your Shop

Mike gives us an overview of the Shopsmith jointer.

[@terremolander5243]

Another great video. Thanks for the pointing out the safety nubs on the jointer. I will spray paint those nubs RED later on today as a simple reminder to keep my fingers and hands out of the danger zone. Thanks Mike.

[@todaysshopsmithwithmichael7852]

thanks

[@sandysmeltzer2975]

Thanks for a great video without a lot of complicated side notes. Simple is sometimes the best. My jointer is 40 years old and still going strong, although I did upgrade the guard and replace the bearings, which was a simple job. AS with most Shopsmith tools, the jointer is built like a tank and will probably outlast anyone who owns one. Blessings, Glen

[@todaysshopsmithwithmichael7852]

agreed

[@johnrice4273]

An excellent demonstration. The jointer has functions you demonstrated I overlook, have forgotten about. Thank you.

[@tontyrutinel7680]

Thanks for always putting out informative and entertaining videos! Much appreciated

[@roberthiday3342]

thanks. helpful. I learned some things....

[@edieboyer8408]

Thanks for the tip about tightening down the featherboard - I was trying to figure this out! Thanks for putting together a great video.

[@todaysshopsmithwithmichael7852]

no problem

[@0SQUARESINMYO]

As Always FANTASTIC VIDEO Between Scott @MyGrowth Rings and yourself , Your videos have become the BIBLE for Shopsmith owners and enthusiasts. I also enjoy the fact that you both take the correct precautions necessary to operate the machine. Respecting the Tools you use is the first step in Safety. Wearing the correct attire that doesn't involve dangling clothing and all the equipment necessary to complete the job, is just as important as safety glasses and durable gloves

[@WoodworkingforAnyone]

It would be worth being safe just to avoid the comments.

[@williamSmith-fv5hi]

Good job Mike. I have used the taper leg jig in the past, although I will use my ShopSmith jointer next time. Thanks for sharing your lifetime of experience.

[@todaysshopsmithwithmichael7852]

thanks

[@MyGrowthRings]

Nice demo, Mike. It’s good to see you in the shop. Scott

[@todaysshopsmithwithmichael7852]

Thanks Scott.

[@ronallman6055]

One of the more inspiring demos I have seen in a while. Thanks! 👍

[@todaysshopsmithwithmichael7852]

Wow, thanks!

[@chrisbrookshire5067]

I’m inspired by your videos to go out to my shopsmith and build! Thanks! Also I did t know I could use the jointer to do tapers so 🎉

[@ChathamJackTar]

Excellent. Thank you!

[@NewMexicoDan]

The only safety comment I would make when using any SPT at the same time the table saw is set up is to keep the saw guard installed if possible so you don't advertly forget the saw when you are jointing, bandsawing, etc.

[@jamespierson4324]

Nice presentation Mike, very informative. Thanks!

[@todaysshopsmithwithmichael7852]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bbrown-ed6if]

That showed me a lot thanks !!!

[@joz_tec]

Great demonstration Mike. Thank you.

[@todaysshopsmithwithmichael7852]

Thanks

[@johnrice6793]

Very well done and thank you for the information.🤜🤛

[@todaysshopsmithwithmichael7852]

Glad it was helpful!

[@johnhoshock9034]

Excellent job, Mike. Of all the woodworking tools, the jointer scares me the most. I'm pretty sure that is because my dad lost the end of his middle finger on one, way back in the 1940's. I suppose that has left a lasting impression with me. I sure appreciate all the good information and tips that you share with us. Thank you so much.

[@todaysshopsmithwithmichael7852]

be safe

[@larrystrong6701]

You are good.

[@jerbear7952]

"I can probably set you up" coming from Mike Young. Yeah he probably can. Lol

[@timbo389]

Why did you remove the spring from the coupler? That seems like a safety issue.

[@davidjanis1997]

Did you think the guard/feather board work on other jointers? It’s very cool!

[@todaysshopsmithwithmichael7852]

its just for any shopsmith jointer

[@jimhughes6794]

Thanks Mike. What is the longest tapered leg you can make on the jointer?

[@todaysshopsmithwithmichael7852]

well, it will do most any size, but the longer ones will require a jointer fence extension

[@tzavitz]

How does it taper the leg versus just making the bottom part of the leg smaller but no taper? Did I miss something?

[@jerbear7952]

As you remove material from each side you are changing the over all geometry and each time it gets smaller. I'm so sorry I can't explain it better. I barely grasp it.

[@repairandcreate6192]

@@tzavitz Since a section of the leg is past the cutter, it never gets trimmed, and this is the section that is registering on the out feed table. Since the out feed is at the same height as the cutter blades it can't cut until you start feeding the wood ahead, which then causes it to cut more the farther the board gets down the jointer table. Hope this helps.

[@WoodworkingforAnyone]

Im not ooposed to it and see many benefits but a touch screen on a shopsmith just seems weird

[@justinfletcher7630]

I thought this was gonna be bandsaw

[@justinfletcher7630]

A bandsaw video