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Post #96022 by tikitony on Sat, Jun 12, 2004 2:29 AM

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The Wood:
• What is the best wood to use? Palm
• What is the easiest wood to carve? Palm
• What is the worst wood to use? Eucaliptus
• How long should the wood dry? don't wait, cracks are good!
• What is your personal favorite kind of wood? Palm

The Tools:
• What are the essentials tools needed for small carvings? dremmel with flex shaft
• What are the essentials tools needed for large carvings? Chainsaw: http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=2956 , angle grinder : http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=03150 , sander, propane torch
• Is there any other stuff I need? stain, and/or clear coat
• Where can I find some decent tools at reasonable prices? Home Depot, or http://www.harborfreight.com