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2nd August 2020, 11:16 AM
Thread: Saw vice version 2.0
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I ended up using cam clamps on my saw vice....
I ended up using cam clamps on my saw vice....
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16th June 2019, 11:09 PM
Thread: Fine Tools Australia
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There was also a period of approx. 6 months that...
There was also a period of approx. 6 months that you could not get certain Veritas products outside US/Canada. That included their hand and joinery planes. It's often not about the importers or...
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11th November 2018, 04:51 PM
Thread: Please recommend a bandsaw
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Timbecon has a new range of bandsaws that might...
Timbecon has a new range of bandsaws that might be worth looking at as well. For some reason the website is not showing all the saws yet. But might be worth the trip to Reservoir to have a look
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3rd November 2018, 06:31 PM
Thread: November Prize Draw - # 126
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DRAWN & CLAIMED I'm in
I'm in
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24th July 2018, 11:36 PM
Thread: Apothecary chest
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Derek, What was your thoughts on the Hard...
Derek,
What was your thoughts on the Hard Shellac?
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24th July 2018, 09:48 AM
Thread: Apothecary chest
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Hey Derek, Bit late to the party but would...
Hey Derek,
Bit late to the party but would something like this have suited?
https://www.timbecon.com.au/cabinet-fittings/cabinet-knobs/plain-cupboard-knobs-matt-black 19x19? -
22nd July 2018, 04:48 PM
Thread: Which band saw should I get?
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The Sherwood has a 5 year warranty Regards ...
The Sherwood has a 5 year warranty
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25th March 2018, 01:39 AM
Thread: MARCH/APRIL2018 - Prize Draw # 122
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CLAIMED I'm in
I'm in
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12th March 2018, 10:55 AM
Thread: Forum Get togetjher PERTH
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It was a good afternoon. I missed out on some of...
It was a good afternoon. I missed out on some of the start, but it was good to pit some faces to names.
I think we should not leave it so long until the next GTG.
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27th February 2018, 09:40 AM
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Starting a small business in the building...
Starting a small business in the building industry is like shooting yourself in both feet. I run a small property maintenance company in WA and I will just say it has been tough going for the last 3...
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26th February 2018, 05:32 PM
Thread: Forum Get togetjher PERTH
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I won't get there until about 12:30. Just in time...
I won't get there until about 12:30. Just in time for food!
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23rd February 2018, 07:03 PM
Thread: Forum Get togetjher PERTH
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I might have a plus one. Regards Dane
I might have a plus one.
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22nd February 2018, 08:04 PM
Thread: Forum Get togetjher PERTH
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I'm a definite now. Regards Dane
I'm a definite now.
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20th February 2018, 08:30 PM
Thread: Forum Get togetjher PERTH
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I am a maybe. Need to check with boss if she has...
I am a maybe. Need to check with boss if she has anything scheduled.
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25th January 2018, 01:11 AM
Thread: Forum Get togetjher PERTH
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I am still interested in a meet up.
I am still interested in a meet up.
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9th November 2017, 12:05 AM
Thread: Plywood Supply Perth
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I've bought a few sheets from the guy in Wangara...
I've bought a few sheets from the guy in Wangara on Gumtree. There was a couple of voids here and there, but for the price it was great plywood.
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9th October 2017, 10:30 AM
Thread: Angle Grinder recommendation?
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I have a Dewalt 54v Flex Volt. It's pricey, but...
I have a Dewalt 54v Flex Volt. It's pricey, but it's a great tool. It has the power of a corded grinder.
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8th October 2017, 08:44 PM
Thread: ML392 issues
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Had a bit of a play this afternoon. Managed to...
Had a bit of a play this afternoon. Managed to get rid of some of the twist. It's still not perfect, but it's a lot better.
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8th October 2017, 02:30 PM
Thread: ML392 issues
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B. Regards Dane
B.
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8th October 2017, 02:11 PM
Thread: ML392 issues
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It's the far corner of the infeed table that is...
It's the far corner of the infeed table that is high. But I will try adjusting the studs and see if I can get it any better.
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8th October 2017, 12:49 AM
Thread: ML392 issues
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ML392 issues
I have a Sherwood ML392, while trying to sort out issue with fence I found that my tables are not co-planer. The infeed table is "twisted". The near right corner (above switch) is higher than the...
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5th October 2017, 07:10 PM
Thread: Small brass rebate plane
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Check out Clickspring on Youtube. He shows the...
Check out Clickspring on Youtube. He shows the pins in a lot of his videos.
I was thinking a bit more about it on the way home. With both pieces pins and clamped (or even superglued) together you... -
5th October 2017, 05:01 PM
Thread: Small brass rebate plane
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Clockmakers use tapered pins to align parts. They...
Clockmakers use tapered pins to align parts. They are usually the same material as the parts they are aligning. When you have finished you peen and sand them and they disappear. You will need to...
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2nd October 2017, 11:30 PM
Thread: Makita MT M3600G in table
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I was hoping to avoid that sort of price. It cuts...
I was hoping to avoid that sort of price. It cuts into my "Dane needs a bandsaw" fund. I might grab the M3600G and have a play anyway.
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2nd October 2017, 05:47 PM
Thread: Makita MT M3600G in table
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Makita MT M3600G in table
I am looking for a cheap router to use in my table. I was looking at the M3600G and making some sort of lift for it. Has anyone had any experience with these routers?
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2nd October 2017, 04:05 PM
Thread: Timbecon Vices
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I have two of their quick release vises. One...
I have two of their quick release vises.
One works great, the other has the slight jump when tightening after using quick release, but if you are aware if it you just need to give it another turn... -
30th September 2017, 06:50 PM
Thread: Grandpa's Tool Chest
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I think it was the gouges that were hand made. ...
I think it was the gouges that were hand made.
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30th September 2017, 06:30 PM
Thread: Grandpa's Tool Chest
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Hi Geoff. Cleaned off some of the surface...
Hi Geoff.
Cleaned off some of the surface rust. Its a Mit A Mit. I believe you have a couple in your collection. Do you have any info on the brand?
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29th September 2017, 11:22 PM
Thread: Grandpa's Tool Chest
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I spoke to my Dad today and from what he...
I spoke to my Dad today and from what he remembers some of the chisels were forged by the blacksmith apprentices at Victoria Railways. The pattern maker apprentices would make all the handles and...
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28th September 2017, 08:18 PM
Thread: Grandpa's Tool Chest
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Grandpa's Tool Chest
My Dad had this shipped over to me from Vic. My grandfather was a patternmaker in the 40s and 50s.
Dad estimates this was built in the late 40s.
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28th September 2017, 08:08 PM
Thread: Forum Get togetjher PERTH
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I'd be interested in going. Regards Dane
I'd be interested in going.
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28th September 2017, 12:00 AM
Thread: What to buy - a Ute or a Van? Which brand?
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Turning right from median strip in middle of...
Turning right from median strip in middle of multiple lane roadway. Slip lane was the first thing that popped into my head.
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27th September 2017, 11:29 PM
Thread: What to buy - a Ute or a Van? Which brand?
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I would definitely go a van over a ute. I had a...
I would definitely go a van over a ute. I had a 2007 Mercedes Sprinter 313 and a Navara and only needed 1 vehicle. I only sold the van because the Navara still had finance and I thought I would be...
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27th September 2017, 12:17 AM
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If you are going with the steel tube legs, get an...
If you are going with the steel tube legs, get an angle welded on both sides of the top where the legs meet the frame. You will also want to something like a short coach screw.
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18th September 2017, 11:40 PM
Thread: My first wood working project
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Instead of trying to sand that top flat, I would...
Instead of trying to sand that top flat, I would suggest getting a #4/#5 hand plane, either a vintage one or grab a luban/woodriver if budget is tight. It will be quicker and leave with you with a...
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9th September 2017, 01:01 AM
Thread: Anyone use tongue & groove? NO.48 & 49
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That's the justification I need to get it past...
That's the justification I need to get it past the Minister of Finance. :D
I almost bought the small plough, but there seems to be a lack of metric irons available at the moment.
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8th September 2017, 10:45 PM
Thread: Anyone use tongue & groove? NO.48 & 49
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Would the combo do away with having to get say...
Would the combo do away with having to get say the skew rabbet plane as well?
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7th September 2017, 09:58 PM
Thread: Mystery beams
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Managed to wrestle a piece through the planer...
Managed to wrestle a piece through the planer today.
Just poured a little metho on it to bring out grain.
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5th September 2017, 08:06 PM
Thread: Mystery beams
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Mystery beams
Want to confirm the species of these beams. They were rescued from a burn pile after a demolition.
Originally thought they were Jarrah but it looks like Marri.
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5th September 2017, 07:57 PM
Thread: First Box Build
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First Box Build
First box I've made since high school. A lot of mistakes, but happy with finished result.
Marri with Tassie Oak panel, finished with Shellac and wax.
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27th August 2017, 02:31 PM
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So it was the bars out of alignment. I...
So it was the bars out of alignment.
I centered and tightened up the front trunnion bracket before reinstalling the arbor assembly. I then reinstalled the rear trunnion bracket with some... -
26th August 2017, 07:40 PM
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Would the trunnion bars being out of parallel be...
Would the trunnion bars being out of parallel be the problem?
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26th August 2017, 10:05 AM
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Adjusting blade alignment on contractor saw
I purchased this saw recently. After winding the blade to 45 then back I found the blade had shifted out of alignment front to rear. It worked fine at 90.
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1st July 2017, 04:04 PM
Thread: Post & Beam Timber Frame Garage
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Give these guys a call. They should be able to...
Give these guys a call. They should be able to help you out with all your questions.
• Timber Frames of Australia • - • Timber Frames of Australia - HOME •
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17th June 2017, 03:23 PM
Thread: Wadkin pattern mills abandoned in WA.
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If they have some way of lifting I can get a tilt...
If they have some way of lifting I can get a tilt tray to move them
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10th June 2017, 10:57 AM
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Why not check out the WA Wood Show in August?...
Why not check out the WA Wood Show in August? Might be some deals there
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10th June 2017, 10:38 AM
Thread: New-Old setup
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Nice. That will one fancy DeathForge Regards ...
Nice. That will one fancy DeathForge
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10th June 2017, 10:30 AM
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Like Ian said you might just have to grab a lunch...
Like Ian said you might just have to grab a lunch box thicknesser with spiral cutter head for now.
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10th June 2017, 12:54 AM
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What about this? ...
What about this?
https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/kalamunda/power-tools/jet-15-inch-planer-thicknesser-and-jet-6-inch-jointer/1148713818
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10th June 2017, 12:49 AM
Thread: Powered Hand Planer
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I have the Brushless Dewalt 18v and it is...
I have the Brushless Dewalt 18v and it is fantastic. I have used it for trimming a fraction of a mm off a door and cleaning up reclaimed jarrah and it handled both with ease.
All the rest of my...