On 3 Apr 2006 15:28:15 -0700, "Brent" wrote:

Yea - I didn't think about using the rubber strap wrenches. I would
try using these before moving to the metal counterparts too. Maybe I
haven't had enough practice at them, but I find using the strap
wrenches a bit difficult, especially if you need a lot of torque.

I used to laugh at them, until I started turning bowls using a chuck screw...
Some of those hardwood blanks seem to get really "attached" to the screw and
chuck jaws and with a little practice you can get a lot of torque with a cheap
strap wrench..

2 things I've learned about them.. use one that you think is too big/long and
after you get a good bite, hold on to the loose rubber end to keep it from
paying out more strap..
Mac

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