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    To reverse the direction of rotation on a single...

    To reverse the direction of rotation on a single phase motor is very easy. All you need to do is reverse two of the wires coming from the windings. The wires are color coded. Find out the brand of...
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    Hi Chumley,

    PM sent

    Thank you :)
  3. Thread: Shop Compressor

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    The pilot valves on these old compressors...

    The pilot valves on these old compressors sometimes get gummed up. This is a common problem. What you could do:
    Strip the pilot valve completely.(Make a scetch as you're stripping it to make sure...
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    What did Bunnings do to GMC & Triton? :?

    What did Bunnings do to GMC & Triton? :?
  5. Thread: Shop Compressor

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    It sounds good.If the tank is good you're half...

    It sounds good.If the tank is good you're half way there.Make sure you check your safety valve. They get stuck sometimes if it hasn't been used for a long time.

    You might end up with a good...
  6. Thread: Shop Compressor

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    Looks like the compressor is set up for...

    Looks like the compressor is set up for continuous running,valve unloading operation.
    Hope you got the Star Delta Starter with the bits & pieces.You will need it to run this monster.- The tank looks...
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    I'm not suprised Bunnings are selling the GMC...

    I'm not suprised Bunnings are selling the GMC gear at reduced prices.
    GMC went belly up. So if you buy one of their products,as far as warranty goes,i think you'll be on your own.- When it packes...
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    Bob38S

    Bob38S
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    G'day Skew Ch. They don't build compressors like...

    G'day Skew Ch.
    They don't build compressors like they used to years ago.In the past all pressure vessels had to comply to Australian Standards specifications.Drawings to manufacture air receivers...
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    Apart from the cheap and nasty chinese imports,...

    Apart from the cheap and nasty chinese imports, most compressors are built to a good standard and give you many years of reliable service.
    Some people totally neglect the compressor and only look at...
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    I had a compressor repair business for 34 years...

    I had a compressor repair business for 34 years and I can assure you that I've seen lots of burnt out compressors during this time.

    Cheers
    Walter
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    The part you're refering to is called a ball...

    The part you're refering to is called a ball valve.
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    Single phase compressors (240V) should always be...

    Single phase compressors (240V) should always be switched on and off by the pressure switch fitted to the compressor. The reason is:
    1) By switching it off on the pressure switch it will also...
  14. Thread: What's the...

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    :walkman: :2tsup:

    :walkman: :2tsup:
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    :whs::meg::no:

    :whs::meg::no:
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    :o :rotfl:

    :o :rotfl:
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    Hi Judith, Trend Timbers at Mulgrave/McGraths...

    Hi Judith,

    Trend Timbers at Mulgrave/McGraths Hill (near Windsor)

    02 4577 5277

    Good selection of Timbers and good people to deal with.

    www.trendtimbers.com.au
  18. Hi mat, IMHO ,save your bikkies and buy a...

    Hi mat,

    IMHO ,save your bikkies and buy a Pilot K17SD or the top of the line K25SD on a 100 Litre tank. Then you'll have an excellent compressor that will last you a very long time.And it will...
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    I also use Lanotec.After 4 years my tablesaw and...

    I also use Lanotec.After 4 years my tablesaw and jointer are still as new. No sign of any rust.When I finish work for the day I give it a quick clean up then a few squirts of Lanotec and cover it...
  20. Thanks Mal, I thought there must have been a...

    Thanks Mal, I thought there must have been a mixup with the data some where along the line. :2tsup:

    regards
    walter
  21. I'm confused now :doh: Where does it say the FAD...

    I'm confused now :doh: Where does it say the FAD is equal to the piston Displacement?

    XRS12 2.2 Hp 241 L/min Piston Displacement, 186 L/min FAD

    Supatool 2.5 Hp 320 L/min " " , 218 L/min FAD
    ...
  22. Thread: Cordless drill

    by walro
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    Thanks scooter. You learn something every day. I...

    Thanks scooter. You learn something every day. I actually have a rotary hammer drill. Been using it for years but i never new the system is called SDS. :B
    I like this forum...you can learn heaps...
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    Your extension table looks a million dollars....

    Your extension table looks a million dollars. Well done :2tsup:
    I ment to build one for my Jet Supersaw ages ago. Now that i can see what you've done, i must get on with it........one day
  24. Thread: Cordless drill

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    Hi Dyip, And welcome. Not sure what your...

    Hi Dyip,
    And welcome. Not sure what your question is?:? SDS...self drill screws?
    If that is what your after, you can buy the adaptors to fit the self drill screws you are using. Any hardware shop...
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    Hi antonylord, How big is your compressor?...

    Hi antonylord,
    How big is your compressor? Single phase I presume. I wouldn't waste my money on a solenoid for the condensate drain.They work ok when the compressor is brand new and the tank is...
  26. Thread: Cordless Drill

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    I've bought a corded B&D el cheepo variable speed...

    I've bought a corded B&D el cheepo variable speed drill, 3/8 chuck, in 1980 for $ 20.00 brand new. It refuses to die. It has done a fair bit of work over the years.
  27. Thread: Makita vs Maktec

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    Hi Damien, The Mactec is built in China. - To a...

    Hi Damien,
    The Mactec is built in China. - To a price. I understand what you're saying. I've been in the air compressor business for 30 plus years and I know the difference of a machine built in...
  28. Thread: Makita vs Maktec

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    I also have the Maktec trimmer and I'm happy with...

    I also have the Maktec trimmer and I'm happy with it so far. I think the difference between the two brands is : The Maktec is built in China. Makita in Japan.
  29. Thread: Heart surgery

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    Good luck artme, I wish you all the best and may...

    Good luck artme,
    I wish you all the best and may you have a speedy recovery.
    regards
    walter
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    Hi Woodmax. Welcome to the best woodworking forum...

    Hi Woodmax. Welcome to the best woodworking forum on the net! Here you will find lots of information and help on any subject related to woodworking.
    I am a hobbyist myself.
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    Is this the saw you've got? ...

    Is this the saw you've got? http://denver.craigslist.org/tls/464590409.html
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    Top job big shed !! How I wish I had that much...

    Top job big shed !! How I wish I had that much room in my shop....May be one day...sigh...
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    And new batteries cost as much or more than the...

    And new batteries cost as much or more than the drill ?? ...That's if you can get them...Anyway we'll see how we go. You learn the hard way..
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    Thanks Cliff, I'll keep this in mind and if ...

    Thanks Cliff,
    I'll keep this in mind and if (when) the charger packs up I'll do the same.

    Walter
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    B&D Firestorm 14.4V Has anyone had a look at...

    B&D Firestorm 14.4V Has anyone had a look at this model? I bought one a few months ago and I just love it. Time will tell if it will last the distance.I hope it will....
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    Hi Big Shed, I'm not an electrician but I've...

    Hi Big Shed,
    I'm not an electrician but I've been in the air compressor repair business for 34 years.Just a few weeks ago I had a spare pump (Swan ,exactly the same as yours) left over and I figured...
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    Hi garfield, May be this would give you some...

    Hi garfield,
    May be this would give you some ideas? http://www.mv.com/users/besposito/woodworking/mstation/index.html

    Cheers,
    Walter
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    I think it depends on the type of work you want...

    I think it depends on the type of work you want to do.The pneumatic screwdriver is more for industrial production work. And also a little bit on the noisy side.- But its light compared to a cordless...
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    Shinano Air Tools are made in Japan.Very good...

    Shinano Air Tools are made in Japan.Very good quality air tools.You could contact the importer "Industrial air tools" for more info.They are located at Penrith. (They also stock parts for the tools...
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    Hi GCP310, The problem with the pressure switch...

    Hi GCP310,
    The problem with the pressure switch on your GMC compressor is that the differential pressure can't be adjusted.It is a set differential and the gap between the cut in and cut out is...
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    oops... the Phone no for Baker Bros is: (03)...

    oops... the Phone no for Baker Bros is: (03) 9532-9720
    Fax (03) 9532-9721
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    McMillan compressors were sold by...

    McMillan compressors were sold by Ingersoll-Rand's for many years. Now the brand name is registered by Baker Bros in Melbourne.
    649-651 Glenhuntly Road, Caulfield South, Victoria 3162

    They keep...
  43. Thread: New router table

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    Great job pwill !! Keep up the good work.

    Great job pwill !! Keep up the good work.
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