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11th August 2022, 06:25 PM
Thread: Advice on Powermatic 12 inch jointer.
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if it sounds too good to be true it probably...
if it sounds too good to be true it probably is... thanks for tip website. i'll tell my mate.
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10th August 2022, 02:28 PM
Thread: Advice on Powermatic 12 inch jointer.
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Advice on Powermatic 12 inch jointer.
Hi Guys, been a while since I logged on!
A mate wants a machine, this one:
Powermatic 12in. Jointer with Helical Head — 3 HP, 1 PH, 230V, Model# 1285
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15th November 2021, 04:50 PM
Thread: 15 amp generator, electricity lead issue.
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its fairly straightforward. the gauge of the...
its fairly straightforward. the gauge of the cable is proportional to the size of the connector/clamp. ie use the biggest gauge strand of wire that will fit into the connector, either crimp or screw...
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28th August 2021, 05:45 PM
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I do some failry complicated glueups with curves...
I do some failry complicated glueups with curves a lot of the time and I have traditionally always used TBIII. It became painful to go to silverwater to the carbatec store or wait from ebay (as well...
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6th August 2021, 01:16 PM
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5th August 2021, 05:22 PM
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1) get an old tin of paint and as soon as the...
1) get an old tin of paint and as soon as the ends of the logs have been cut straight paint the end grain. paint it a couple of times, this will stop water evaporating so quickly from the end grain...
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5th June 2021, 07:26 PM
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I have a 12 inch holz profi under/over and its...
I have a 12 inch holz profi under/over and its great. I got the $hits with the constant swapping even tho its easy/quick. I ended up buying a 15 inch thicknesser and have not used the thicknesser...
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27th May 2021, 08:10 PM
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WANTED:N.S.W.. WANTING TO BUY - Banjo and tool rest to fit Teknatool TL1500
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Sorry - I posted in the wrong section previously....
here it is again:
I want to buy a banjo and tool rest for a Teknatool TL1500. It's the model with the pipes for a frame rather than... -
9th February 2021, 09:10 AM
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I've used this guy from ebay - they product seems...
I've used this guy from ebay - they product seems good. sorry about the link below - not a scam I promise.
125PCS Hook Loop 125mm Sanding Discs Orbital Sandpaper 60 80 100 120 240 Pad Mat | eBay -
11th November 2020, 07:28 AM
Thread: Drum sander
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I dunno. Mine is JET, not a powermatic or power...
I dunno. Mine is JET, not a powermatic or power magic.
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28th October 2020, 06:05 PM
Thread: Drum sander
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I have the powermatic 22/44. its great. newer...
I have the powermatic 22/44. its great. newer models have a reciprocating action which reduces belt wear. get that one... all the carbatec knock-offs are rubbish (IMO).
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28th October 2020, 06:01 PM
Thread: What Router?
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triton. 3hp. nuff said.
triton. 3hp. nuff said.
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28th October 2020, 05:54 PM
Thread: Aftermarket table saw fence
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I have am MSB300 3hp. it eats anything I push...
I have am MSB300 3hp. it eats anything I push thru it so long as the blade is sharp. I removed the aluminium face from the fence and installed a bloody big quarter sawn dense heavy bit of jarrah as...
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28th October 2020, 05:36 PM
Thread: Timber for paper weight?
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something heavy. red ironbark is good...
something heavy. red ironbark is good...
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28th October 2020, 12:31 PM
Thread: Sydney North Shore = Cedar Old Growth (x9)
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SOLD: My age on the forum is how long I've been a...
My age on the forum is how long I've been a member on WWF, I used to change it every year so it woudl remain 1, however its been 15 yrs since I changed it.
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28th October 2020, 12:27 PM
Thread: Sydney North Shore = Cedar Old Growth (x9)
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SOLD: lol... it is DEFINITEVELY NOT Oregon/Douglas...
lol... it is DEFINITEVELY NOT Oregon/Douglas Fir... lol...
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28th October 2020, 10:27 AM
Thread: Sydney North Shore = Cedar Old Growth (x9)
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SOLD: Sold
How do I mark as SOLD? please mark as appropriate or let me know how.
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28th October 2020, 10:23 AM
Thread: Sydney North Shore = Cedar Old Growth (x9)
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SOLD: No problem, all yours. 10 days is no sweat. give...
No problem, all yours. 10 days is no sweat. give me a call when you are ready and I'll dig the rest out for you.
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28th October 2020, 09:38 AM
Thread: Sydney North Shore = Cedar Old Growth (x9)
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SOLD: here are the close ups you requested. Just to...
here are the close ups you requested.
Just to reiterate:
1) it's cedar = smells like a Norwegian sauna when you cut it and have a sniff..
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28th October 2020, 09:32 AM
Thread: Sydney North Shore = Cedar Old Growth (x9)
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SOLD: No, its not. Its Cedar; like I said.
No, its not. Its Cedar; like I said.
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28th October 2020, 07:14 AM
Thread: Sydney North Shore = Cedar Old Growth (x9)
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SOLD: I can take a close up but it will look similar......
I can take a close up but it will look similar... I'll post a bit later on this morning
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27th October 2020, 05:15 PM
Thread: Sydney North Shore = Cedar Old Growth (x9)
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SOLD: Sydney North Shore = Cedar Old Growth (x9)
Hi,
Just making room on my stash.
I have 9 sticks of cedar for sale (I think there's 9, there may be more.... but I just counted 9....)
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16th October 2020, 06:34 PM
Thread: Vic Ash varieties
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commercial vic ash is actually multiple similar...
commercial vic ash is actually multiple similar species. depends on latitude, forest density, individual habit and soil.... like people we are all a bit different.
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16th October 2020, 06:32 PM
Thread: Questions about drum sanders
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I have a Jet 22/44. 1. do you get snipe with...
I have a Jet 22/44.
1. do you get snipe with drum sanders (like you do with a thicknesser) - or does the sander do a smooth job from end to end.
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16th October 2020, 06:27 PM
Thread: Aussie cedar & American cherry jewellery box
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Looks bloody awful Alex. :U I hope your client...
Looks bloody awful Alex. :U I hope your client has enough coin....
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16th October 2020, 06:24 PM
Thread: Preventing epoxy from leaking
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glad wrap. then tape it up as best you can.
glad wrap. then tape it up as best you can.
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16th October 2020, 06:22 PM
Thread: Melamine blade choice
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get a sawblade with as many teeth as you can. My...
get a sawblade with as many teeth as you can. My choice of blades is FLAI. my ply/melamine blade has 96 teeth on a 12" saw. the chipset profile is left bevel, bevelled both sides (flat top), right...
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16th October 2020, 06:16 PM
Thread: USA Rock (Hard) Maple veneer ???
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Anagote Timber in Marrickville NSW sells Rock...
Anagote Timber in Marrickville NSW sells Rock maple as a solid timber. I got some lovely Birdseye and rippled stock from them. It's relatively cheap - cheaper than local hardwoods would you believe!...
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23rd February 2020, 07:28 PM
Thread: Looking for a bandsaw...
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I suggest a Hammer n4400 (17 INCH, 4Hp). Mine is...
I suggest a Hammer n4400 (17 INCH, 4Hp). Mine is awesome.
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13th February 2020, 07:48 PM
Thread: Where do I cut?!
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If you use a lucas mill (or get one on site) the...
If you use a lucas mill (or get one on site) the standard length is between 2.4 - 3m).
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16th September 2019, 12:54 PM
Thread: 2 part epoxy
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yeah, you're probably right; 1) you get what...
yeah, you're probably right;
1) you get what you pay for
2) if its too good to be true....
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16th September 2019, 10:00 AM
Thread: 2 part epoxy
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2 part epoxy
Hi,
I found these 2 part epoxies in Ebay
Epoxy Table Top Resin, 2 Gallon Kit, Crystal Clear, Includes Part A & B 135368 | eBay
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4th September 2019, 02:04 PM
Thread: Table Saw recommendations
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perhaps a second hand MSB 300. (or new ----> you...
perhaps a second hand MSB 300. (or new ----> you wont be disappointed).
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4th August 2019, 01:52 PM
Thread: Random Orbital Sanders
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doesnt matter which one you get, they all...
doesnt matter which one you get, they all inevitably blow the motor or lose thier velcro stickiness (how's me punctuation?). just get the cheapest one. I've had many and the fate is the same. they...
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23rd March 2019, 09:51 PM
Thread: Rock maple
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thats a lovely looking bit of birdseye. A...
thats a lovely looking bit of birdseye. A severely underrated bit of timber is Rock Maple. Almost a waste its used for fender necks.
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23rd March 2019, 09:47 PM
Thread: Do NOT purchase batteries from this company!
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Hi Derek, (You're using power now ?????? :) )...
Hi Derek,
(You're using power now ?????? :) )
LI-on is the go now; for $200 or so you'd get 2 maks (one of which would be an impact driver; trust me once you use an impact driver you WONT go... -
23rd March 2019, 09:41 PM
Thread: Walked into tool shop to buy a Metabo ROS
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Blackbutt is a very hard timber, I feel you would...
Blackbutt is a very hard timber, I feel you would have been better served buying a cheaper ROS and spending the rest of your cash on EBAY from a sandpaper vendor getting a bunch of velcro paper (and...
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23rd March 2019, 09:30 PM
Thread: Advice on identifying this type of timber
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stained radiata pine.
stained radiata pine.
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14th November 2018, 07:06 PM
Thread: Large lot timber importers = Sydney
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Large lot timber importers = Sydney
Hi,
Long timer lurker... used to be much more active here when I was stupid... :)
I'm looking for some answers if anyone can help; I want to buy a large lot of timber, essentially a pallet... -
7th November 2018, 04:36 PM
Thread: Recommended Clamp Time
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The answer very much depends on the application...
The answer very much depends on the application and glue type. what the other guys have said is the go, as per makers instructions. I use TBIII almost exclusively and for a straight or unstressed...
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15th October 2018, 09:21 AM
Thread: Table Build - Assistance please
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Answering your questions below:
Answering your questions below:
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11th May 2018, 06:59 PM
Thread: Felder K500s
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In my experience all the Felder gear is good. if...
In my experience all the Felder gear is good. if you want to spend a bit less the Hammer is great too. replacement parts and consumables can be a on the pricey side tho.
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12th October 2017, 01:37 PM
Thread: Oribital Sander Recomendations
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just get anything, in my experience all ROS fail...
just get anything, in my experience all ROS fail eventually. get something reasonable and it shoudl last a while. make sure you keep sharp/clean paper in it and you'll be fine. I currently have a...
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9th March 2017, 02:43 PM
Thread: Axe handle.
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liquid amber. (really....) but spotted gum is...
liquid amber. (really....) but spotted gum is pretty standard.
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25th January 2017, 02:05 PM
Thread: Aquadhere v Titebond
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titebond 3 varies on ebay from $45 to about $60....
titebond 3 varies on ebay from $45 to about $60. Carbatec want $52. less than a year ago I got TBIII from C/t for $40. they all want to charge delivery.
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11th September 2016, 09:03 PM
Thread: Default drill press speed
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Whatever works is what I do, I suggest you do the...
Whatever works is what I do, I suggest you do the same. :)
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10th September 2016, 10:30 PM
Thread: What is this chisel for
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its a mortise chisel; used to clean out mortise...
its a mortise chisel; used to clean out mortise holes before everything was automated, the thicker shaft gives more heft for a deeper angle when cutting down into the mortice.
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10th September 2016, 10:26 PM
Thread: Default drill press speed
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ive got a full height delta with 3 pulleys each...
ive got a full height delta with 3 pulleys each with 4 settings. I used to fart about with the speed settings but no longer worry about it. its been on the highest setting (about 2000 rpm or more I...
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23rd December 2015, 09:30 AM
Thread: A little bit of blackwood...
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how/where can I buy something like this in...
how/where can I buy something like this in Sydney? and how much can I expect to pay? I'd buy 2 or 3 in one hit if it was available.
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23rd December 2015, 09:25 AM
Thread: Thicknessing Painted Timber
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cut a bit deeper?? (Ie remove a bit more material...
cut a bit deeper?? (Ie remove a bit more material so the cutter blades are shearing through timber not paint)? I reckon so long as your biting off a bit more the paint flecks off and doesnt even get...