Backwards

I've always been a backwards learner. In other words, I seem to do better if I try something out hands-on rather than reading the directions/manual first. This isn't the safest thing to do, I realize, but those manuals seem so boring and long. I'd rather just jump right in and try something.

My e-newsletter for Woodworkers Journal magazine came today along with a list of upcoming online chats with experts. The one next week is on using your table saw. Now that I have had my saw for more than a year, I have used it enough to have some decent questions. If I had tried to participate in a chat before becoming somewhat familiar with the machine, I would've asked some rather stupid questions.

Now I can ask things like:

1. Is there a cheap table extension that I can buy or make?
2. What about a fence extension?
3. How can I add wheels to the stand when the feet are hollow?
4. How can I hook up a dust vacuum to the exhaust pipe without endangering my life?
5. Do you need to change the blade for different types of wood/projects?

It may be backwards, but it works for me. And so far, I haven't cut off my hands.