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5th March 2021, 09:57 PM
Thread: Bryens Model Machine table saw
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I think there’s a couple of typos in the original...
I think there’s a couple of typos in the original post and topic title. If you mean a Byrnes saw, then I agree - they are the Rolls Royce of modelling saws. I have owned one for several years (I do a...
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14th August 2020, 09:44 PM
Thread: September - PRIZE DRAW - #128
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CLAIMED I’m in
I’m in
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24th February 2020, 09:59 PM
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Well done and thank you Neil and Steven. Your...
Well done and thank you Neil and Steven. Your efforts are greatly appreciated.
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11th February 2020, 11:56 PM
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Thanks Neil, I appreciate you/Steven...
Thanks Neil,
I appreciate you/Steven continuing to chase this down. It’s not the one add that bothers me - it’s the six or more giant banners per page, most of them in the middle of someone else’s... -
10th February 2020, 05:05 PM
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Further to my post above, I tried changing the...
Further to my post above, I tried changing the style to vB default as has been suggested by some users earlier in this thread, but that made no difference at all.
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10th February 2020, 05:00 PM
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I’m getting large banner ads spread throughout...
I’m getting large banner ads spread throughout forum topics. I am logged in. I have over 60 posts. I tried logging out and back in again - no change. I’m using iPad with Safari. Latest version of all...
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3rd February 2020, 09:44 PM
Thread: Ducting FAQ - suggestions for content
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Fantastic idea Bob. Something practical and easy...
Fantastic idea Bob. Something practical and easy to work through, with a minimum of “geek speak” would be pure gold. Perhaps a section on Sources of Supply and what to ask for when you get there? I’m...
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12th November 2019, 08:32 PM
Thread: Sharpening Systems
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Received an email the other day advertising this:...
Received an email the other day advertising this:
Henry Eckert Toolworks will be holding a Sharpology session at The Artisans Vise,
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11th November 2019, 09:49 PM
Thread: Ozito Track Saw Opinions?
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I have the Ozito track saw and use it for exactly...
I have the Ozito track saw and use it for exactly the purpose you propose. It works just fine for this and if you hook it up to a shop vac or other dust extractor, it leaves very little mess. The...
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13th October 2019, 11:04 PM
Thread: Hand Tools - wanted - help me downshift
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WANTED:A.C.T. Graham, I would be interested in your Stanley...
Graham,
I would be interested in your Stanley No.7 if it is still available. I live in Canberra so could collect from you.
Please PM me to arrange day/time.
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16th May 2019, 11:07 PM
Thread: An amazing weekend
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I did this course last year and can only echo...
I did this course last year and can only echo everything Bernmc has said. Alan is a fantastic teacher and a great bloke as well as being a true master of his craft. And Peter is a gracious and...
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13th January 2018, 09:59 PM
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Yes! I used this method with excellent results....
Yes! I used this method with excellent results. Quick, easy, and no native forests were destroyed in the process.
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31st December 2017, 09:43 PM
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Thanks so much Rob and Chris! I knew there had...
Thanks so much Rob and Chris!
I knew there had to be an easy way. I didn’t understand your post at first Rob, but the videos that Chris linked to make it very clear. Will definitely be switching... -
30th December 2017, 10:47 PM
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SawStop Sliding CrossCut Table - Fence Angle Calibration?
Can anyone give me some advice on calibrating the angle of the SawStop Sliding CrossCut Table Fence?
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18th November 2017, 07:30 AM
Thread: Harder & Steenbeck Ultra 2
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If you’re looking at Harder and Steenbeck...
If you’re looking at Harder and Steenbeck already, then check out their Infinity CR2 plus, also available with a two nozzle set (0.15mm and 0.4mm). This thing is a work of art in itself - almost too...
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24th January 2015, 07:34 AM
Thread: Stephenson's Rocket, 1:24 OcCre Kit
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Thanks for all the nice comments. Dalboy - I'm...
Thanks for all the nice comments.
Dalboy - I'm currently doing a scratch build cross-section of the Bomb Vessel Granado of 1742. Concurrently, I'm doing a Dumas kit model of a 1949 Chris Craft... -
12th January 2015, 09:11 PM
Thread: Stephenson's Rocket, 1:24 OcCre Kit
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Construction: Finishing Touches The tender...
Construction: Finishing Touches
The tender was then painted.............and re-painted................. twice :((:((:((. I just wasn't happy with the finish on the first two occasions, so I bit... -
12th January 2015, 08:54 PM
Thread: Stephenson's Rocket, 1:24 OcCre Kit
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It's been a while since I updated the log -...
It's been a while since I updated the log - mainly because a lot of the work done lately has been "re-work" :((. Anyway, things have progressed through to completion, so a couple of posts here to...
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21st December 2014, 10:00 PM
Thread: Stephenson's Rocket, 1:24 OcCre Kit
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It's been a while since the last update - life's...
It's been a while since the last update - life's been pretty busy all round of late. Hopefully that will change now as I have four weeks off from work :U:U:U
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14th December 2014, 10:20 PM
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Woodscratcher, Re your bottom blade holder...
Woodscratcher,
Re your bottom blade holder problem, have you tried cleaning off the end of the blade before inserting it? Sometimes they have a coating that can be a bit slippery. I just give my... -
4th December 2014, 09:54 PM
Thread: Stephenson's Rocket, 1:24 OcCre Kit
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Keith, I tried to send you a PM but must have...
Keith,
I tried to send you a PM but must have done something wrong because I can't find it now in my sent items. So here is the info again.
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30th November 2014, 09:59 PM
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Okay, so the replacement upper Drive Link...
Okay, so the replacement upper Drive Link Assembly arrived this week and guess what - the manufacturer has changed the design to eliminate the part that broke. Good call in my books, as the part was...
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29th November 2014, 06:19 PM
Thread: Stephenson's Rocket, 1:24 OcCre Kit
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Once the additional pipework was fitted (sorry,...
Once the additional pipework was fitted (sorry, forgot to take a pic of this bit) it was time to install the wheels, along with the piston arms. And with that, the Engine component is complete. ...
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24th November 2014, 09:47 PM
Thread: Stephenson's Rocket, 1:24 OcCre Kit
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Thanks for all the encouraging comments and likes...
Thanks for all the encouraging comments and likes folks.
Tony, the axles on the Engine are pre-formed plastic (the only plastic part of the kit). On the Tender, the axels are made from dowel.... -
23rd November 2014, 10:01 PM
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Excalibur 21 - Replacing the upper Drive Link Assembly - Help!
I'm hoping someone will be able to give me some guidance with this one.
I have an Excalibur 21 Scroll Saw, which I love. Unfortunately, the other weekend what at first appeared to be a simple... -
23rd November 2014, 09:52 PM
Thread: Stephenson's Rocket, 1:24 OcCre Kit
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Construction: The Wheels The wheel assembly is...
Construction: The Wheels
The wheel assembly is fairly straight forward - at least superficially……
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26th October 2014, 09:59 PM
Thread: Stephenson's Rocket, 1:24 OcCre Kit
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The next major component is the Chimney. A...
The next major component is the Chimney. A number of pieces for this need to be made from the supplied aluminium sheets. Once again, patterns are provided. I copied these onto sticky label paper...
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26th October 2014, 09:53 PM
Thread: Stephenson's Rocket, 1:24 OcCre Kit
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Thanks everyone for visiting and for all the...
Thanks everyone for visiting and for all the encouraging comments. Time for an update.
Next job was to assemble the main pistons. These are constructed from a set of cast white metal parts, and... -
20th October 2014, 06:26 PM
Thread: Stephenson's Rocket, 1:24 OcCre Kit
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Thanks for jumping in with that answer Jim. :) ...
Thanks for jumping in with that answer Jim. :)
Artme - you can also order direct for OcCre in Spain. I chose to order through Cornwall Modle Boats as I've had very good experience with them... -
19th October 2014, 10:56 PM
Thread: Stephenson's Rocket, 1:24 OcCre Kit
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Thanks Jim. I'll be sticking pretty much to...
Thanks Jim. I'll be sticking pretty much to straight out-of-the-box for this build. It's such a nicely made kit that I don't think much else is really needed. As for shovels, coal buckets and gloves,...
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18th October 2014, 11:11 PM
Thread: Stephenson's Rocket, 1:24 OcCre Kit
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Firstly, thanks to all those who have taken the...
Firstly, thanks to all those who have taken the trouble to visit this log. Knowing someone is watching is always good motivation! :o
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13th October 2014, 07:26 AM
Thread: Stephenson's Rocket, 1:24 OcCre Kit
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G'day Tony and Jim and welcome aboard. Great to...
G'day Tony and Jim and welcome aboard. Great to see two old MSW shipmates here. Tony - I'll try to remember to put in a "scaling" shot with the next update. And Jim - that BR-18 is a heck of a nice...
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12th October 2014, 05:47 PM
Thread: Stephenson's Rocket, 1:24 OcCre Kit
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Construction: The Fire-Box Construction of the...
Construction: The Fire-Box
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12th October 2014, 05:31 PM
Thread: Stephenson's Rocket, 1:24 OcCre Kit
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Stephenson's Rocket, 1:24 OcCre Kit
Well, this will be my first Build Log here and I hope some may find it of interest. You will normally find me at the Model Ship World forum as ships is my usual fare. However, I commenced this...
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5th August 2014, 12:38 AM
Thread: Excellent Service - Helen Harris
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I'd just like to say "thanks" for the recommends...
I'd just like to say "thanks" for the recommends for Helen Harris and the Flying Dutchman saw blades.
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23rd June 2014, 12:15 AM
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I'll look forward to following you with the BR18...
I'll look forward to following you with the BR18 Jim. That is on my "one day" list - too many other projects backed up for now. Think I'll start my Stephenson's Rocket (OcCre), as a side build, as...
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21st June 2014, 11:24 PM
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Great set of pics Jim! is your potential BR18...
Great set of pics Jim!
is your potential BR18 next build the OcCre kit? Been hanging my nose over that one too!:;
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19th June 2014, 08:43 AM
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Congratulations Jim on a very fine build. Your...
Congratulations Jim on a very fine build. Your Camel looks superb and I'm sure will bring a smile to your face every time you walk into the room and see her hanging from the ceiling. Thanks for all...
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9th June 2014, 09:07 AM
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Superb Jim, just superb! :2tsup:
Superb Jim, just superb! :2tsup:
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7th June 2014, 09:18 AM
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Wow Jim, I hadn't really appreciated just how...
Wow Jim,
I hadn't really appreciated just how complex the "rigging" was on this thing. It looks like one of our tall ships' rigging! Looks like you've got it well under control though - well done!... -
5th June 2014, 11:01 PM
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Great stuff Jim. I'll bet you can almost smell...
Great stuff Jim. I'll bet you can almost smell the finish line on this one!
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22nd May 2014, 12:07 AM
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Shame about the shortage of parts Jim. Hope you...
Shame about the shortage of parts Jim. Hope you manage to get by. It just keeps looking better and better.
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16th May 2014, 08:17 AM
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It just keeps getting better and better Jim....
It just keeps getting better and better Jim. Can't wait to see the final assembly. :2tsup::2tsup::2tsup:
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14th May 2014, 09:50 AM
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Very cool indeed Jim! :2tsup::2tsup::2tsup:
Very cool indeed Jim! :2tsup::2tsup::2tsup:
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8th May 2014, 01:07 AM
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Wow Jim! This really is a complex little beastie...
Wow Jim! This really is a complex little beastie isn't it?
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26th April 2014, 12:27 AM
Thread: Alex Snodgrass
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Hi guys, I recently bought myself a shiny new...
Hi guys,
I recently bought myself a shiny new bandsaw. As I only intend to use it for model building, and not the serious furniture etc that some of you do, I was happy to settle for the baby 10"... -
18th April 2014, 11:25 PM
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Nicely done Jim. Very impressive work on those...
Nicely done Jim. Very impressive work on those tiny parts.
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11th April 2014, 10:48 PM
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More great progress Jim. It's a real shame about...
More great progress Jim. It's a real shame about the poor quality casting of some of the parts, as the rest of the kit seems really well put together. Don't suppose you'd consider manufacturing your...
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4th April 2014, 06:49 PM
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Looking good Jim. Don't undersell yourself either...
Looking good Jim. Don't undersell yourself either - there is a lot of skill required (as well as patience, stubbornness, and let's not forget, colourful language) to put one of these complex kits...
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29th March 2014, 10:03 PM
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Yep, I'm still here in the peanut gallery too...
Yep, I'm still here in the peanut gallery too Jim! Really enjoying watching this come together and knowing that you are flagging all the potential issues for me:wink: :2tsup:
Cheers,
Grant