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Hello all,
 I was working normally, nothing crazy then i heard a scratch sound coming from the motor. Took off the wheels and spun it with my hand and it sounds like something is rubbing about every half rotation. Any thoughts on how to fix that or whats going on?

What i mean to say is Yes, I have added the oil. Before the put the compound. Just as directed. But its curious that bits of the white compound fly off. Maybe I add too much?

Yes, I havent added oil. just the compound. But when I use the leather wheel with the compound some comes off. That is normal ? and i just wipe it off the blade?

Thanks for the info. I guess ultimately having the FVB makes it more versatile anyway. So ill probably end up getting it. One question when using the honing wheel: the first time I used it I followed the directions on how much oil to put before the white compound that comes with the Tormek. How do i know when to add more of the compound? the last time I did it I added what I though was a good amount, but when I do the honing there is quite a lot of white compound that comes off. Is that normal? Thanks for all the help!

That all makes sense. Thank you very much. I am practicing with some old chisels, but ultimately im hoping to be able to do knifes with the T8. Also im debating wether to get the frontal vertical base. Although im relatively new to using the T8 it seems like it takes too much material off knives while going against. When I put the support bar on the lower spot to grind away from the edge it seems very difficult. This could be all part of the "learning curve" but it seems that "frontal vertical base" that Vadim uses should be the way to go. I hope im explaining this in a way that makes sense. I guess my question is; what are your thoughts on purchasing that part?

Thanks again, this is all so helpful and exciting!

I have been sharpening on japanese whet stones, which I enjoy doing, but Iv invested in the T-8 because it can be more precise an easy in so many ways. But one of my initial quetions is what is the difference between stropping compounds that come from a "tube" or just the "brick" form? how much of a difference does it make? and how difficult is it to switch the compound levels to the same wheel?

First of all, I appreciate being a part of the Tormek community. Its quite exciting for me to be able to reach out to specialized individuals for advice and direction. I never really thought about learning how to use the T-8 by sharpening a chisel, but it looks like I should try it. ultimately I have joined this to learn, and respond to others and to make sharpening an easier and more enjoyable experience.