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Hi Martrix,

Magnesium is so 'cool' it burns like buggary - even under water! So go with super glue!:wink:

Hi McBrain,

We had a house built a couple of years ago and when I popped up into the roff space for some therapy, I noticed that the "new norm" is for a plastic pipe.
I checked with a builder...

Thanks heaps for all of your responses!

I will open her up and check for dust, switch and motor brushes. I am hopeful as there was no smell or smoke (apart from the wood I was burning thru at the...

Good one SilentC!:D

thanks for all - yes all! the suggestions!

I will have a bo peep at the brushes etc - At the end of the day the warranty is gone so nothing to lose!

THANKS HEAPS!:)

Beautiful Tony! - As per normal!:2tsup:

Very true Richard!

You will always hear the merits of buying the right tool to start with and as a newbie wood destroyer, the $400-$500 for a 'reputable' router was out of my league and...

Sorry Bob! We Mexicans take every opportunity to hang it on them there Northern Folk!

Often without reason, but who needs one?
Like who needs a reason for opening another beer or a good bottle...

Obviously not Triple J!:D

They rarely have Dulcet tones!

Hi Daddles,

Powerpoint was my first port of call! And I still had ergs.

Echidna,

No smell - no smoke - just no go!
I was routing a channel (in multiple passes) through 19mm thibk KD...

Don't know if this should be posted here!?

I have killed my router - granted it's only a 1500W GMC that has been mounted in a Triton table.

Is it possible that they have a thermal cutout or...

Don't know if this should be posted here!?

I have killed my router - granted it's only a 1500W GMC that has been mounted in a Triton table.

Is it possible that they have a thermal cutout or...

Post apolocolyptic nightmare! I thought I had left it in my sleep! I am no longer safe!:o

Great work by the way! It almost reminds me of the art by Giger.:2tsup:

Hi Bob,

I love it! Down here (Melbourne) - the DST means more daylight hours after my paying job to do things that I like to do (in daylight!).

I can fit in nine holes of golf after work, go to...

G'day Lou,

You may have forgotten the link!?

PS Great thread, by the way!:D

Thank God I am not on my Pat Malone!!!!:wink:

I am also interested on how Richard et al keep the finish dust free!? I do admit that my shed is messy and dusty and I can't keep it under control....

Hi SBD,

thanks for that! The storm water 90mm stuf is relatively cheap so I will give that a go! Just got find a suitable container! Wheelie bins retail for around $90, so I will be looking for a...

OK - I am really good at stupid questions!

What the hell is a cat doing on acid and why does s/he think s/he's a lacquer???

What are you people talking about?? (Said from very dark cave!):wink:

Hi SBD,

I was wondering - do you have any pictures? - Of your DC set up that is??

I was always get so bewildered when I go to the toy shop and I am looking for PVC connectors etc, I can never...

Mr Thumb, I have quite a few builder mates here in Mexico who use the Paslode - so cool when they are happy to lend it to you for nicks! Just BYO nails - sweet!:2tsup:

Hi Don,

Great work! I too like the clock version - I think I am a symetrical guy. I have literally on 5 minutes ago (now 5pm Friday 23rd Feb 2007) discovered BSBs (yes I live in a very dark cave!)...

I have my great Uncles journal from Tobruk and also PNG - harrowing but so interesting!

During my 9 years in the Airforce I had the opportunity to copy and transcribe many entries about Victoria...

Whoops - sorry Neil! I got it a bit wrong, should heed my own advice below!:doh:

Funny how you get used to things! I was gobsmacked with the bureaucracy and 'personal agendas' with the first meetings I attended - almost scared me off completely, now in 12months I am so used to it...

I think it's interesting following this thread to see that the number of people commenting on the "powers that be" taking over and placing excessive demands on volunteers etc. As a recent addition to...

G'Day Mr Burger!

I am about to make a board for home and have been scouring this forum for a good suggestion too! There are a lot of posts in this forum if you search for "cutting board" or...

Hello Mr Picker,

I have the Triton with a GMC router mounted in it and it's ok. Biggest problem is probably the depth "locking" device on the router - sometimes drops a bit.

Whilst not the best...

Thanks Zenwood, your font of knowledge is greatly appreciated!!!

Unfortunately, even though the nearest city (geelong) is only 30ks away, we are always first on seen and the permanents that 'man' the heavy rescue unit are also called.

As I am not overly keen on...

Hi Zenwood,

Great pictorial coverage of your project!! Gives more than a lot to aspire to!!! (The project too!!!)

Quick question if I could?? What is the resin that you use?? I like the...

Yeah ! At least that old!!!!

The issue of the old bridge and it's ultimate demise (preferred by certain sectors to be a lot earlier than later) has been the paramount argument point here for...

Kinda funny you mention that!!! The CFA was whispering in conjunction with Coast Guard about training Brigade members in close proximity to the sea to do excatly what you are talking about!!! Our...

I am a 12month veteran of the local CFA brigade!

Main reason was to something worthwhile for the community. Done my basic wildfire and structural courses et al. Got a "nod" to drive the trucks +...

Hi Graha,

I too have been eyeing off that project with some interest! I like some of the design ideas.

For me the idea of hardwood is anything but crapiata, chipboard, MDF, plywood etc. The...

Hi Guys,

Have followed with great interest! I too have done something along the lines that Stuart has done with his grey water system (nowhere near as intricate).

As my 'storage' bin is above...

Mine is real easy!

When I was in the Air Force, surnames were used everywhere! I was just Probert! That's all anyone called you. But with your mates there was always a nickname. Splatt rhymes with...

Hey there.

1: I work as a sales manager/customer relations manager for a small clothing company.

2: Yeah, I enjoy it!

3: I get to do a whole swag of different things due to the size of...

G'Day Davo,

Welcome aboard! As a new member also, you can spend hours and hours looking for info and everyone seems to have some fantastic thoughts and ideas about any relevant topic you could...

Hi Zenwood!

Great spot there at Eden Hills! Staying with my folks across the over side of Sturt Gorge at the moment! Anyway.....

Your overlay of the photo and the 'Sketch' is exactly what I...

That's exactly what I am talking about! (Have to admit I might have already salivated heavily on this thread previously!)

I just love being an armchair woodworker! No splinters, dust up the nose...

IMHO Sketchup is really, really good for the price. After using a few high end 3D products for film and TV, I found that after doing the tutes, it was super easy to use.

I like the ability to take...

Hi Clinton,

I have seen that used too (maybe in one of your posts??). I am sure there is no fool proof method - especially for me! But I am think a combo deal could be the way to go.

T-Tracks...

Hi Ian,

Thanks so much for your input!! I am now getting my head around the 'system'.

I have to admit - my bench is a really cheap but not so nasty version I made 4-5yrs ago from TP with a...

Hi Echidna,

Know nothing about air guns et al. But I have got TP from a company called Whiteheads located in Ballarat amongst others in SW Vic and SE SA.

http://www.wtsales.com.au/

I have...

Hi Tex,

That's what I am after! I made a bit of slip there - Dog Bolt holds Railway lines to the sleepers (from memory).

My rather disturbed mind was telling me that I needed to clamp to the...

My dog loves the Whipper snipper!

For you experienced types this will seem like the most stupid question!!:?

I can't get my head around Dog Bolts! I can see how you can place boards against them, but I really can't get my head...

Hi Ashore,

I am now starting to get the picture. Water filter to get condensation out of your lines, in line oiler if you are primarily running air tools. As per Sturdee's set up, if you can run 2...

Hi Wolfs,

like everyone above (I think!). Powder is the way to go. Right hell of a mess (from past experience) but better than flombe workshop.
Foam and water will stuff any motors etc, but the...

Hi Everyone,

Thanks so much for your thoughts!

As a beginning dust maker, I am trying to get things right before I stuff up too much.
As my collection of tools is poor to completely lacking, I...