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26th February 2019, 07:23 PM
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READ ME! Could the moderator please remove this post.
Could the moderator please remove this post.
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26th February 2019, 07:22 PM
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READ ME! Hi All, my apologies I have decided to keep the...
Hi All, my apologies I have decided to keep the gear for now. See what happens when we land interstate. Thanks
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23rd February 2019, 06:08 PM
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READ ME! Regretful sale - All big machinery must go in the next month
Hi all,
I am moving interstate and it is likely that these items will be in storage for quite some time. I am posting here to see if there is any interest. If I am offered a fair price for these... -
26th December 2015, 09:01 PM
Thread: Christmas Pallet Challenge 2015
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Poll: :U Fantastic work guys! Crowie send me an...
:U Fantastic work guys!
Crowie send me an email and I will arrange to send you your prize pack in Mid-Jan when I return to work. :) Congratulations. -
29th November 2015, 12:35 AM
Thread: 2015 Christmas Toy Pallet Challenge
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I’m in
:D Rippa!
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25th November 2015, 05:22 PM
Thread: Toymaking Christmas pallet challenge
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Yes :U Maybe we should get together some rules,...
Yes :U
Maybe we should get together some rules, I though making the wheels would be a good challenge as it keeps the ideas simple. I always find the more restrictions the more I enjoy the challenge.... -
25th November 2015, 05:17 PM
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Hi Christos, Thank you, the challenge is yours...
Hi Christos,
Thank you, the challenge is yours to drive. I will supply the prize. You make the rules.
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24th November 2015, 04:59 PM
Thread: Pallet Toy Xmas Challenge
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Post a :D as a reply if you are interested in...
Post a :D as a reply if you are interested in participating. Pass it around as this is open to everyone
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24th November 2015, 04:52 PM
Thread: Pallet Toy Xmas Challenge
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Pallet Toy Xmas Challenge
Hi All you Pallet/Toy makers I have a challenge should you accept!
Task: To create a simple toy for a child under 3years of age from a pallet in 15 days.
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24th November 2015, 04:43 PM
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Ok Crowie no worries. Ill ask you to share a link...
Ok Crowie no worries. Ill ask you to share a link to this post then in the relevant section.
Hi All you Pallet/Toy makers/Challengers!
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24th November 2015, 02:57 PM
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A gift pack will be sent to the winner comprising...
A gift pack will be sent to the winner comprising of a shirt and 3 CD's from the record label I manager www.caamamusic.com.au
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24th November 2015, 02:56 PM
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Hey Crowie, I am happy for you to take the...
Hey Crowie,
I am happy for you to take the lead on this challenge. I am not sure how it works. I am though happy to provide a prize of a selection of music to the winner of the comp. What do you... -
21st November 2015, 12:16 AM
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Ripper, how does it usually work? Lets get our...
Ripper, how does it usually work?
Lets get our pallets ready and begin on 1st of December and we have 15 days to make a children's toy?What do you rekon?:U -
20th November 2015, 02:24 AM
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Any Chance of an Xmas challenge? Maybe children's toy?
Hi All,
Not sure how the challenge works but I will be having December off at this stage and plan to get into making sawdust. Anyone up for a child's toy pallet challenge?
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20th November 2015, 02:20 AM
Thread: Small home workshop, how to spend 10k?
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My 2c worth.. I would have spent around $25,000...
My 2c worth.. I would have spent around $25,000 over the last 3 years on my workshop and most of it are small pieces that you need but never remember you have!?!
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17th November 2015, 10:39 PM
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Hi All, I have finally had some time to set up...
Hi All,
I have finally had some time to set up my work shop and OMG! This bandsaw is amazing, I have put a small (10mm) blade on it and it cuts like a dream. I had only used the bigger (25mm)... -
29th September 2015, 07:08 PM
Thread: Saws and Planes
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Well my favourite knifes are Japanese so that...
Well my favourite knifes are Japanese so that might be an indicator! I will add it to my list for research thanks Alby!
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28th September 2015, 03:18 PM
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:) Thanks Bob, I rekon I could leave the door...
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Thanks Bob, I rekon I could leave the door off! It is a sliding door so I can open it ajar when in use..
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27th September 2015, 10:48 PM
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27th September 2015, 10:36 PM
Thread: Saws and Planes
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Wow! Thank you all for your tips! So much to...
Wow! Thank you all for your tips! So much to learn, this forum is the best! :)
This thread has given me a great deal to think about in regards to my purchase, I think I will buy 1 saw and 1 plane... -
26th September 2015, 04:47 PM
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Well Bob! I have invested time and money into...
Well Bob!
I have invested time and money into your advice. Today I built a platform for a shed outside of my workshop for my dust collection system. I have extended the cable on my remote switch... -
26th September 2015, 04:44 PM
Thread: Saws and Planes
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Saws and Planes
Hi All,
I have all the machinery a man could want although I have realised without a few Hand-saws and Planes I am unable to work the smaller pieces of timber as required.
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2nd August 2015, 10:16 PM
Thread: looking to buy a pen made by a member
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Thank you Sensei, unfortunately Graham Killian is...
Thank you Sensei, unfortunately Graham Killian is out of action now a days. And Anzac Hill school has been closed for a number of years. Do you have any pictures of pens you have available?
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1st August 2015, 12:50 AM
Thread: looking to buy a pen made by a member
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looking to buy a pen made by a member
Hi you mob,
I would like to buy a pen made by a member. I would like something in an Australian timber, brown colour with nice. I would like the pen slim and easy to hold. I would like the tip to... -
24th July 2015, 12:28 AM
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Can you do a few pics of inside the cabinet? ...
Can you do a few pics of inside the cabinet?
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21st July 2015, 10:10 PM
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So I think now I only need to to buy or make...
So I think now I only need to to buy or make something to take my 200mm inlet from DE to a double 150mm
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21st July 2015, 09:27 AM
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Yep, I will only operate one machine at a time so...
Yep, I will only operate one machine at a time so ill stick with the 150mm throughout the shop. I unfortunately do not have another spare 2 day weekend until the end of August so I will get onto my...
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21st July 2015, 12:45 AM
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Thanks guys! Yeh at the moment the problem is...
Thanks guys!
Yeh at the moment the problem is space outside of the shed, something I could arrange but not until my next break (December/Jan) so for now I will have to keep it inside. I am with... -
20th July 2015, 02:19 PM
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150mm blast gates
Also, 150mm blast gates..
Do I have to make them or does someone know where they are available online, hopefully that fit PVC down pipe..
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20th July 2015, 01:36 PM
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Yes, I would love to have the DE outside but...
Yes, I would love to have the DE outside but unfortunately this is not an option in the near future. I am wearing a dust mask most of the time just to be safe.:;
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20th July 2015, 01:33 PM
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Thanks Bob
Cheers Bob,
Thank you for the tips re. increasing my ports. Where could I buy those flanges?
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20th July 2015, 11:52 AM
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Dust Extraction System - Powermatic 1792072K
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Hi All :U,
I have read pretty much everything to do with dust extraction systems on this forum and gee whiz some of you fellas are ALL OVER IT! What a great forum... -
15th December 2014, 09:58 PM
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Show us where you are up to on the legs!
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Hey John,
I would love to see an update on the legs/table, how is it all coming along? Pictures?
Miko
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18th October 2014, 12:01 PM
Thread: Birthday wishes
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Birthday wishes
Thank you to who ever designed the birthday wishes in both email and when I visited the site.:U
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5th October 2014, 11:02 PM
Thread: Soundproofing my Workshop
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Take a look at this
http://www.audioholics.com/room-acoustics/a-guide-to-sound-isolation-and-noise-control
So what do we do if we want to isolate sound? The answer is quite simple: Only two things stop sound - mass... -
5th October 2014, 10:52 PM
Thread: Soundproofing my Workshop
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My 2 cents
Hi All,
I manage a record label & the largest recording studio in the NT, over the last 5 years I have spent considerable time and money on acoustic treatments.
Sound travels in 2 ways: In a... -
4th October 2014, 02:21 AM
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Photos from the test cut
Here is John making some cuts on his "demo" leg. Looks like we will spend a day in Mid November and get the 4 legs done.
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30th September 2014, 11:00 PM
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I bought the 18 Inch!
Check out Leda - I am happy with my saw, I have not had a great deal of time on it but I was able to make some pretty thin veneer (4mm) out of really dry red gum burl.
I bought the 18 Inch!
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18th September 2014, 10:49 PM
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Hey Prle77, How is this machine coming along...
Hey Prle77,
How is this machine coming along for you. I am on the fence about getting one of these and would love to hear about how it is working for you. It looks like it could be a... -
18th September 2014, 10:41 PM
Thread: TABLE SAW
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Happy with LEDA
Hi Jimbob,
I recently bought a bandsaw from Leda and it arrived in good time and was a great product! I have just had an intense month of work and have not really used it yet but I must say it is... -
23rd August 2014, 10:39 PM
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I knew I could feel someone talking about me.
Hi John,
No worries I have sent you a PM.
A question for all you bandsaw folk!
I only have 1" blades for ripping, these should be fine for cutting what John wants to do, yeh? I imagine so.... -
8th August 2014, 12:27 AM
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Look what arrived today!
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My new BS and Drill press! Both from LEDA in Adelaide. Check out the wheels on the BS! This is my first BS and the only one I have ever used so I am not sure my... -
1st August 2014, 03:01 PM
Thread: 7 String Archtop WIP
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Fantastic work!
Looks great mate - Well done! :U
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31st July 2014, 09:48 PM
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I just ordered a new BS-470 from Leda in Adelaide
:UHi all you mob ,
I just bought my first bandsaw from Leda in Adelaide.
Bandsaws : 18 inch LEDACRAFT BS-470 BANDSAW
I saw that most people were buying or recommending Laguna's and Hammers... -
31st July 2014, 09:42 PM
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Just bought a BS-470 Leda - Thank you Xanthorrhoeas for the hot tip
Hey all you mob,
Xanthorrhoeas mentioned I should have a look at bandsaws and I have spent the last few months reading up about them. I believe that for all my ripping and vaneer needs a bandsaw... -
12th June 2014, 11:10 PM
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Wow Centron! I suppose that the fence and...
Wow Centron!
I suppose that the fence and mitre gauge on those things are top notch? Did they supply a spare stopper thingy?
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12th June 2014, 12:50 AM
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10" Table Saw's - Post your model and give it a rating out of 10!
Hi All,
I would love to hear from you mob and your Table Saws!
Please post the model number of your 10" Table Saw, give it a rating out of 10 based on your experience with it and then tell us... -
11th June 2014, 11:36 AM
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If you can all keep it a secret.. - It seems I have to buy a TS and a Bandsaw!!
Hey Larks!
Kurrajong Drive - Eastside, across from the bush, beautiful place :U - Pool and an 8x4 shed!
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7th June 2014, 02:17 PM
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Hi Xanthorrhoeas, My father in law just told...
Hi Xanthorrhoeas,
My father in law just told me the same thing! "Table saws are the heart of the woodshop, get the best one you can!"
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6th June 2014, 07:03 PM
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ST-12D ??
This saw is the cheapest in its class, does anyone have any experience with this saw?
http://www.machineryhouse.com.au/W454