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    Hi Graeme, Been using petrobond (from CMS) for...

    Hi Graeme,

    Been using petrobond (from CMS) for years now. You are correct in that having no moisture content, you won't get steam, but will aluminium you get a shed load of smoke!

    Lead has a...
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    They're all dreamin'

    A little while back I needed a wood lathe for pattern making - ducked down to the big hardware store that rhymes with runnings - $99 BRAND NEW (GMC).

    No worries, be able to pick up a second hand...
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    Viiking, I agree that the US dictionary is indeed...

    Viiking, I agree that the US dictionary is indeed polluting our language. Sadly, I believe that most people don't have sufficient IT skills to even know that they are using US english, rather than...
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    Hi Metalhead, Forgive my advanced state of...

    Hi Metalhead,

    Forgive my advanced state of inebriation, but I think Vernon had a valid point......

    Aluminium is indeed spelt (and called) aluminum 'over there'. And yes, they do have trouble...
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    Hi Ken, If you're not concerned about...

    Hi Ken,

    If you're not concerned about original parts, why not just cast in aluminium. It will be painted anyway (I assume), so you wouldn't know the difference. Structurally, I see no reason why...
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    Hi Neksmerj & Snowyskies, Metal casting is...

    Hi Neksmerj & Snowyskies,

    Metal casting is not only useful & rewarding, it's damn good fun!

    I built my furnace a few years ago, and it is still giving great service. Aluminium is no worries...
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    Darren, At $1500, and assuming it's not a...

    Darren,

    At $1500, and assuming it's not a dog, that's a great deal.

    Like everyone else has already said, go for it!

    you won't regret it.

    Shane
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    Hi Craig, Cherry red is no worries - just...

    Hi Craig,

    Cherry red is no worries - just chuck them in the furnace. Pull them and and quench.

    Shane
  9. Thread: H&f Qctp

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    Well done Craig! have to post some photos of...

    Well done Craig!

    have to post some photos of your handy work.

    I almost bought a mill last week, but a mate talked me into buying a boat instead. Boat accessories are dearer than mill...
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    G'day, I agree with Grahame, though going...

    G'day,

    I agree with Grahame, though going that way I would definately use the router to rebate the front and rear, and then use sheet.
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    Well, all the best. I havn't used my 4WD at all...

    Well, all the best. I havn't used my 4WD at all since coming down from Darwin. Just too expensive down here, not enough time etc. Which is a shame. Hope you enjoy the trip!

    Yep, i'm South side,...
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    No worries Craig, I subscribe to the 'no harm in...

    No worries Craig, I subscribe to the 'no harm in asking' theory!

    Best of luck with the big trip - where are you off to?
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    You wouldn't be interested in making a second set...

    You wouldn't be interested in making a second set by any chance?
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    Hi Craig, Yes, the Hercus is 9". Had a...

    Hi Craig,

    Yes, the Hercus is 9".

    Had a look at the website, but couldn't find the AXA size toolpost. The toolholders though are kin expensive!

    Actually, just looking again at the H&F...
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    H&f Qctp

    Does anyone have any experience with the Hare & Forbes Quick Change Tool Post (QA-140)?

    Want to put one on my Hercus, just wondering if it's ok for size?

    Cheers All
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    Mowers...

    One piece of free advice.

    DON'T BUY A TALON 4 STROKE!!!

    I did, from a place that rhymes with Runnings - what a load of CR%P. Breaks down, can't get spare parts!

    I went to get a spark plug...
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    Thanks All, I actually have a confession to...

    Thanks All,

    I actually have a confession to make.... Was talking to one of the blokes at work today, trying to work it all out, when he mentioned that they have a spare one that's never used...
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    Cheers

    Cheers Burnsy!

    That will be enough to work it out i reckon. And in record time. What a gentleman! thankyou very much.

    :D
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    Whacker Packer / Compactor

    Does anyone know the inner workings of a plate compactor / whacker packer?

    I bought a heap of pavers (cheap like a canary) from ebay, and want to pave the backyard. However, Can't justify a new...
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    Cheap Welders

    I agree, in that I wouldn't recommend the cheap / small welders. I bought a mid range MIG welder (cheap) from ebay. It runs to 160amp which is probably the minimum you should look at, IMHO.

    The...
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    Hi FlatOutBEn, Steel is around 3 times the...

    Hi FlatOutBEn,

    Steel is around 3 times the strength of Aluminium, but also around 3 times the mass. The trick that is normally used is to go the aluminium option, but make it 3 times thicker,...
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    I got a D sized bottle of Pure Argon (I weld...

    I got a D sized bottle of Pure Argon (I weld aluminium as well) about a fortnight ago.

    Supagas was cheaper than BOC, though only by a few dollars on refills, and only marginally cheaper on...
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    1200 welds? Mig is the only way to go! no...

    1200 welds?

    Mig is the only way to go! no chipping, no mucking around.

    By the time you buy enough rods to do that many welds, the gas is easily the winner. Also, you won't have to change 500...
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    Fair enough. Just a thought.

    Fair enough. Just a thought.
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    Hammertone

    Thanks Pedro,

    Not too keen on the hammertone look. I personaly think that a normal finish would look better on the lathe.

    Cheers,
    Shane
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    Thanks Grahame and Gregory. I only use the 3M...

    Thanks Grahame and Gregory.

    I only use the 3M tape, is dearer but worth the expense, I agree.

    I havn't seen the practical machinst restoration before - thanks for the link.
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    Spraying.

    I agree Craig.

    The preperation is by far the most important thing. I intend rebuilding the lathe once, and once only. No short cuts. That's why I put the question out there, to find out what...
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    Bottle Club

    Hi Craig,

    Thanks.

    The idea of the bottle club is just a thought at this stage. The idea was that maybe it was possible to get 3 or 4 blokes together and share bottle rental, as most people...
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    Epoxy Enamel

    Cheers Greg,

    How do you find the one pack 'epoxy enamel' goes for hardness / durability?

    The reason I'm asking, is I don't want to pull it apart again....

    Shane
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    Metal Lathe paint

    Cheers Ken,

    I will probably go with a non-original colour. I was thinking of either beige or maybe blue / machinery green.

    Lets hope someone has the good oil.

    Shane
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    Hard Rock Maple in Brisbane

    Anyone know where I can get hard rock maple in Brisbane (preferably South Side)?

    Want to build myself a new workbench, going to do the traditional European bench from Woodsmith.

    Cheers,
    Shane
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    Metal Lathe Paint

    Hi All,

    I am ready to strip / degrease / clean & paint my Hercus Model C lathe.

    My question is: Does anyone have any recommendations of a suitable machinery paint?

    I'm in Brisvegas, so...
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    Argon for MIG / TIG

    Just thought I should let all concerned know - You can get Argon / Argon blends through Supagas in Vic/NSW/QLD.

    But BEWARE! They charge for their bottle rental from the first of the month. If you...
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    Hi Jeremy, Mate, It's just a matter of an...

    Hi Jeremy,

    Mate, It's just a matter of an adaptor. The standard fitting (on the end of the decanting bottle hose) is called a "POL" fitting. It's just a matter of using either a "3/8 LH" or in...
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    Hi Mike, I did my Mechanical Engineering Dip...

    Hi Mike,

    I did my Mechanical Engineering Dip through TAFE in Newcastle. I did it part time, at night, with all the tradies who were looking to upgrade.

    If I had a beer for every time one of...
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    G'day Gra, How big is a short run? If you...

    G'day Gra,

    How big is a short run? If you planning more than one run, why not just build your own furnace? The cost of having someone else do one job would pretty much cover the cost of building...
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    Ken, Are you questions re the Hercus motor...

    Ken,

    Are you questions re the Hercus motor satisfied?

    If not, I have the original owners manual, spares manual & text book of turning available (in PDF format) on my website at:...
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    Exactly as I said before, the 1/2" is stiffer...

    Exactly as I said before, the 1/2" is stiffer than the 1/4", but the 1/4" will fit into places the 1/2" won't.

    The shank diameter has no bearing (pardon the pun) on the issue, unless you drop...
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    a 1/2" bit will allow greater stock removal &/or...

    a 1/2" bit will allow greater stock removal &/or better finish due to being stiffer, whilst a 1/4" bit will allow you to get into smaller spaces.
    Flush trim bits are not only used for trimming...
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    Get a good one

    Steve,

    I had a metal lathe moved from Adelaide to Brisbane in January. Cost was $400 for a "specialist". In the end, they just shrink-wrapped it, and stuck it on some couriers pantech.

    When...
  41. Hi Craig, Welcome to the forums. My...

    Hi Craig,

    Welcome to the forums.

    My ADVICE, if the lathe does not have a leadscrew / pick gears / gearbox would be to trade in /sell/ swap for a more conventional lathe.

    Capstan lathes...
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    Hi, Hare & Forbes sell T-nuts in various...

    Hi,

    Hare & Forbes sell T-nuts in various sizes (both metric and imperial).

    Another option is to make your own T nuts, and tap them to suit the studs that you have.

    Hope this helps.
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    Hi, I agree with Grahame, really need some...

    Hi,

    I agree with Grahame, really need some larger photo's. Also agree that they are probably from the 260, rather than 9" precision.

    I have a 9" Model C, and have been collecting as much info...
  44. Hi Colin, I don't think that home made tyres...

    Hi Colin,

    I don't think that home made tyres would be any good for a full size cart, as they would need reinforcing etc. Like the idea though.

    If you still need them when I get back to the...
  45. Colin, Well, I'm sort of in the process of...

    Colin,

    Well, I'm sort of in the process of building a golf cart, and after finding out the price of golf cart tyres & rims, I decided to cast & machine my own rims. Sadly, haven't worked out how...
  46. What's the job?

    Colin,

    What is the job?

    Depending on the job/heat treatment required / surface finish/hardness etc, etc- simply casting up the tube in suitable lengths would be pretty simple.

    There are a...
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    Hi Schtoo, How's Japan? I'm not sure...

    Hi Schtoo,

    How's Japan?

    I'm not sure where to get Bentone in Japan, but Bentone is just a trade name at the end of the day. There must be someone there who sells something similar.
    ...
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    Hey Forge, As I said earlier, I havn't had a...

    Hey Forge,

    As I said earlier, I havn't had a chance or the need to play with K-bond (as I still have good stocks of Petrobond). However, as soon as my new gas bottle based muller is completed,...
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    No worries Impalabazz. You are right in that the...

    No worries Impalabazz. You are right in that the yanks (and the poms too) are into petrobond. There is quite a lot of useful stuff on the web in regards to casting.

    I havn't yet tried K-bond,...
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    Might be helpful

    Hi Impalabaz,

    I posted the original reply that was referred to earlier.

    I use petrobond, and source it through CMS right here in Brissy.

    Petrobond (more correctly oil bonded sand -...
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