Here is a simple modification that can be made to a tool like the one I have or any similar tool to measure wall thickness on a turned piece.  I simply tape this modified 7 / 16 inch dia dowel  to my wall thickness caliper and i can get an instant reading of how close I ma to the wall thickness i am shooting for. In this case  my project is a staved vase where i want to build them a bit heavier than a bowl so in this case with a 1/2 wall thickness.  The mod is very simple in my case started with a 7/16 dowel that i trimmed as you will see in the pics leaving a 1/2 in thich unmodified end.  Naturally any fixed spacer of desired dimension can be added to stand off the caliper tips for any wall thickness target.  Hope this will help, stay creative and keep turning.calabrese55

Shopsmith tool rest mod This mod replaces the allem head set screw on the Shopsmith toolrest making it easy to adjust the tool rest without needing a allen wrench. File Information Submitter Ozzie Submitted 02/12/2026 Category Shop Jigs View File

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This mod replaces the two nuts on the miter gauge that are used to adjust the position of the hold down square bolt. It adds a knob that replaces the two nuts.