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2nd August 2018, 01:21 PM
Thread: JULY/AUGUST 2018 - Prize Draw # 124
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CLAIMED I'm in.
I'm in.
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30th June 2018, 09:22 PM
Thread: Help sawstop jobsite.
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Help sawstop jobsite.
A few issues with mine:
Dust extraction is bad, I get sore eyes even wearing goggles outdoors using a cheap extractor. Today I boxed it up as much as possible with cardboard, I think that helps,... -
26th August 2017, 06:57 PM
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At the moment i use it out doors, but I have a...
At the moment i use it out doors, but I have a big project that requires ripping 300m of timber to remove the chamfered edge. So it will act as a chip collector. I have been looking at spending more...
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26th August 2017, 06:54 PM
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26th August 2017, 03:51 PM
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Help needed on dust collector connections
I bought a cheap chip collector what fittings do i need to connect to my sawstop jobsite?
The collector has 100mm with a removable fitting that reduces that to 90mm. The sawstop has 65mm outlet.
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22nd August 2017, 02:24 PM
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Depends on what you need and what you want....
Depends on what you need and what you want. Personally i just order stuff on Amazon. We until next july, then the tax allowance goes from $1000 to only $300.
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17th August 2017, 11:14 AM
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Perhaps but then again I dont want to be...
Perhaps but then again I dont want to be constantly changing from rip to crosscut. I guess if I plan I would make all rip cuts then cross cuts, but I dont plan and often change my mind as i go (lots...
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17th August 2017, 10:38 AM
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Sawstop blade quality? incra mitre express
I have a sawstop jobsite with the stock blade, and yesterday my incra mitre express arrived. The incra sled requires cutting on the saw and my question is:
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14th August 2017, 01:15 PM
Thread: Window Plug Advice
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I have no experience of them but have a look at a...
I have no experience of them but have a look at a noise cancelling speakers.
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10th August 2017, 09:59 PM
Thread: Incra build it or Miter express?
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Thanks. I ordered the miter express earlier...
Thanks. I ordered the miter express earlier today.
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10th August 2017, 08:44 AM
Thread: joins for a criss-cross shape
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You could join the base to the upright using...
You could join the base to the upright using pocket holes and 4 pieces of timber to get the cross effect stand. The other alternative would to make the base using 2 pieces of timber and a lap joint,...
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10th August 2017, 08:35 AM
Thread: Incra build it or Miter express?
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Incra build it or Miter express?
Are these pretty much the same thing? The mitre express a few dollars more but looks better quality.
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4th August 2017, 09:34 PM
Thread: Dust proof goggles?
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Dust proof goggles?
Can anyone recommend googles that keep the dust out without breaking the bank?
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2nd August 2017, 01:25 PM
Thread: too cold to glue up
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Move to the gold coast min of 20° Sent from my...
Move to the gold coast min of 20°
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2nd August 2017, 12:47 PM
Thread: too cold to glue up
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Glue indoors or a heater for your workshop ...
Glue indoors or a heater for your workshop
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23rd July 2017, 12:37 PM
Thread: Which hand tools?
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Saw stop jobsite and i also have a kregg router...
Saw stop jobsite and i also have a kregg router table but lacking bits.
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23rd July 2017, 09:28 AM
Thread: Which hand tools?
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Which hand tools?
I am saving with a view to buy a few hand tools end of next month, I guess its the usual dilemma of which size and brand. Here is a list of stuff I need I would appreciate suggestions. I dont mind...
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13th June 2017, 12:31 PM
Thread: Exterior wall for dog house
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Most kennels are not insulated but can be double...
Most kennels are not insulated but can be double skin. This acts as a barrier to the temp. In cold climates kennels often have straw for bedding which is goid insulator.
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13th June 2017, 12:27 PM
Thread: Exterior wall for dog house
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I would be wary if treated pine depending on the...
I would be wary if treated pine depending on the treatment they can give off poisonous fumes.
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13th June 2017, 12:13 PM
Thread: Exterior wall for dog house
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Whats the temp in winter at your location. That's...
Whats the temp in winter at your location. That's one thing to consider for insulation.
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13th May 2017, 10:47 PM
Thread: Dovetailed drawers
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Hand or jug? Sent from my SM-G930F using...
Hand or jug?
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8th May 2017, 02:52 PM
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I havent really had to do anything that requires...
I havent really had to do anything that requires dead on accuracy just yet. I happy so far and bought a dado blade etc but haven't had time even to do a test cut with that.
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26th April 2017, 05:08 PM
Thread: Festool domino from Italy.
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If Australian retailers were for example selling...
If Australian retailers were for example selling the domino at $100 more than the Uk then i would simply buy here, but $500 is about 20 hours work for the average guy. I recently bought a dado blade...
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24th April 2017, 07:15 PM
Thread: Festool domino from Italy.
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The easy way would be to buy now before the tax...
The easy way would be to buy now before the tax changes come in.
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24th April 2017, 04:01 PM
Thread: Festool domino from Italy.
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Relatives overseas makes a gift from them easy...
Relatives overseas makes a gift from them easy and perfectly legal.
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24th April 2017, 03:02 PM
Thread: Festool domino from Italy.
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Uk tax is 17.5% Australian 10% and its still...
Uk tax is 17.5% Australian 10% and its still cheaper in the uk and they wonder why we want to save $500.
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24th April 2017, 02:25 PM
Thread: Festool domino from Italy.
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Plus the $1000 tax free import is dropping to...
Plus the $1000 tax free import is dropping to $300 in june.
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23rd April 2017, 05:13 PM
Thread: Festool domino from Italy.
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Axminster Tools & Machinery - Power Tools, Hand...
Axminster Tools & Machinery - Power Tools, Hand Tools, Woodworking, Metalworking & more!
The prices have VAT (GST) Hopefully that can be waived.
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23rd April 2017, 04:34 PM
Thread: Festool domino from Italy.
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Thanks guys i also just checked out a Uk company...
Thanks guys i also just checked out a Uk company and work's out st $900 plus post. Makes me wonder why they are $1500 here.
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23rd April 2017, 04:12 PM
Thread: Festool domino from Italy.
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Festool domino from Italy.
Would there be any power problems from buying a festool domino cutter in Italy and just changing the plug or using an adapter?
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2nd April 2017, 02:41 PM
Thread: Can you recommend a dado set.
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Yes i know about the dado cartridge. As usual...
Yes i know about the dado cartridge. As usual buying one tool leads to 10 accessories and another tool.
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2nd April 2017, 12:47 PM
Thread: Can you recommend a dado set.
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How do the box joint blades work? I understand...
How do the box joint blades work? I understand how dado blades work.
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1st April 2017, 10:52 PM
Thread: Can you recommend a dado set.
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Can you recommend a dado set.
After much thought I bought a sawstop job site saw, now I am looking for a decent dado set.
What do you recommend and where to buy?
Tibecon have torquate for $169.
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1st April 2017, 11:04 AM
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Because of size, portability and safety i opted...
Because of size, portability and safety i opted for a sawstop jobsite as my first table saw. Just picked it up late yesterday.
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28th March 2017, 11:23 AM
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Your thoughts on the laguna fusion table saw.
Trying to find a table saw that is not too big and can do dado's?
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25th March 2017, 03:25 PM
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Kregg router table is half the cost of the incra,...
Kregg router table is half the cost of the incra, your paying more for extra features. If moneys not a problem go incra. If your not using those extra features is it necessary?
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24th March 2017, 10:01 PM
Thread: Harvey HW110HB-30 Tablesaw
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Can you tell me the width including the fence...
Can you tell me the width including the fence guide rails as if I get one it will be stored against a wall in the garage and brought out as required.
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22nd March 2017, 02:03 PM
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Haven't made any changes to mine i always take it...
Haven't made any changes to mine i always take it outside and use it on a temporary bench.
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22nd March 2017, 12:08 PM
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https://youtu.be/zbfDrv1pMOQ Sent from my...
https://youtu.be/zbfDrv1pMOQ
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22nd March 2017, 12:02 PM
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I have a schepach track saw from hare and forbes...
I have a schepach track saw from hare and forbes and it works great, but for ripping down of narrow lengths a table saw fir me is the way to go. You can make any hand held circular saw into a track...
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22nd March 2017, 09:43 AM
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I am in the same boat as you. Looking at saws...
I am in the same boat as you.
Looking at saws from dewalt to harvey cabinet saw. Contractor saws are half the weight of cabinet, but contractors tend to have an external motor making them wider and... -
5th March 2017, 06:06 PM
Thread: Makita Table saw review
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Can you use a dado blade and does the fence lock...
Can you use a dado blade and does the fence lock in the rear?
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27th February 2017, 09:17 PM
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I am interested to know how much they are and who...
I am interested to know how much they are and who has them.
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6th February 2017, 07:27 AM
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Aha i have a bosch one. Sent from my SM-G930F...
Aha i have a bosch one.
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6th February 2017, 06:39 AM
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Whsts an scms? Sent from my SM-G930F using...
Whsts an scms?
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5th February 2017, 09:14 PM
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Thanks for the input. I like the look of the jet...
Thanks for the input. I like the look of the jet 10 inch saw i think its about the right size. I have emailed a company selling those about adding an extension wing. Triton router seems the way to go...
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5th February 2017, 04:39 PM
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Thanks. Its early days yet i am also thinking of...
Thanks. Its early days yet i am also thinking of possibly a jet 10 inch saw and adding a router on an extension wing. I happy to build over this year and get it right. So maybe buying the saw first...
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5th February 2017, 07:59 AM
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Budget is $3000 but if I wait the budget...
Budget is $3000 but if I wait the budget increases approx $1000 pm. Are contractor saws any good? I have looked at the small bosch, makita etc that you see in a few tool shops, but the fence etc on...
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5th February 2017, 07:53 AM
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Budget in total would be for a router and table...
Budget in total would be for a router and table and table saw $3000au. I think the spindle moulder will be more than that plus I will probably want the unit stored against a wall and rolled out as...
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4th February 2017, 04:39 PM
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Small Table saw as a base for incra fence and router on a extension wing.
I have limted space but want a decent table saw that can take an extension wing and therefore be used as a router table too. Possibly using the incra fence system.