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  1. I still have Jim's videos on video cassette...

    I still have Jim's videos on video cassette stored away ,have considered sending them to the local men's shed with a VCR that I have.Perhaps now is the time to do it whilst it is foremost in my...
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    What full functions do you intend for your barn...

    What full functions do you intend for your barn style workshop? Presumably besides working with wood are you anticipating metal working or mechanical type outfitting ?
    I was thinking that if I had...
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    The first lathe I bought was a Technatool TL 1000...

    The first lathe I bought was a Technatool TL 1000 , it facilitates an outboard function which i like it also has a capability to turn at a lower speed rather than the Jet Lathe I have as well.I have...
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    Nice Cabinet Graeme.Have you given thought to it...

    Nice Cabinet Graeme.Have you given thought to it possibly being a mobile unit? We know how our women folk like to rearrange the furniture from time to time!
    I made one years ago out of Sheoak...
  5. SOLD: Totally agree with the views expressed here .I...

    Totally agree with the views expressed here .I have a couple of lathes but my go to is always the heavy built Jet that I have had since 2009 .The person who availed him/herself of this lathe would...
  6. Black friday history

    An account on the history of Black Friday, What’s the Real History of Black Friday? | HISTORY tells the reason behind it.
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    The only pocket holed build I did was using...

    The only pocket holed build I did was using Robertson (square Drive) screws in 19mm plywood in an old cabinet ages ago .It was still holding up when we gave the cabinet away.
  8. It's good to have natural air flow through timber...

    It's good to have natural air flow through timber preferably in stick as if in an open ended storage but roofed to keep harsh weather off. I have mine all under cover but with heavy builders black...
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    I met Noel Briefly at a Melbourne Woodworking...

    I met Noel Briefly at a Melbourne Woodworking show, a person who you felt an immediate connection to. I recall that I had a pkt of TimTams in my backpack that he helped in devouring.This man had...
  10. Thread: Timber ID

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    NZ Honeysuckle/REwarewa

    Just a moment...

    it could be this not dissimilar to a piece I picked up whilst over in NZ many years ago for woodturning. Known as Rewarewa by the locals but termed NZ Honeysuckle.Part of the...
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    I have one of those long polesaws Chinese...

    I have one of those long polesaws Chinese made,they do the job on smaller branches Ok .If doing heavier branches they can start to become unwieldy if you're not physically up to the task.Can be...
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    I sill have a D handle Makita 3601B fixed base...

    I sill have a D handle Makita 3601B fixed base router sitting unused .I bought it many years ago to do a job I was tasked with ,however managed to achieve that job without having to use the D handle....
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    Landsakes

    To accentuate Ian's point on Lands have a look at at this as an example.My lands! You shouldn't buy just any chisels - FineWoodworking
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    WANTED:QLD. Sorry Glenn, I do not have the Pro version of...

    Sorry Glenn, I do not have the Pro version of this FMT Jig.
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    WANTED:QLD. Got one here,how soon are you needing it Posting...

    Got one here,how soon are you needing it Posting from South west of WA going to take about a week!
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    My brother had a Stihl outlet some years ago (...

    My brother had a Stihl outlet some years ago ( long since retired now in his 80's) whilst he of course endorsed his product ,he also said he liked the Husqvarna as good saw.
  17. It's not easy to think of gifts for senior people...

    It's not easy to think of gifts for senior people as they usually have what they want.This is an inspired gift with thought to presentation & functionality, that I am sure your father will enjoy...
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    The only drills I have bought from Aldi are the...

    The only drills I have bought from Aldi are the small sets of twist drills ,they dont break the bank in cost & usually Ok for limited use .These are merely to compliment my other better quality sets...
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    Bunnings as well as Total Tools are showing...

    Bunnings as well as Total Tools are showing available 115mm saw blades DeWalt or Craftmaster are 2 that came up in a search.
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    Bunnings also have different sizes according to...

    Bunnings also have different sizes according to their website.
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    WA to shut down forrest logging from next...

    WA to shut down forrest logging from next year.Going to play Devils advocate now that China has once again allowed Australia to export timber into their country are they just going to be taking Pine...
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    Been watching with interest Waldo,a fine piece of...

    Been watching with interest Waldo,a fine piece of craftmanship applied to to what surely will be an heirloom to be passed on to the family.
    A nice addition to room without a doubt.
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    2 caps 2 polo shirts 2 other shirts that have...

    2 caps
    2 polo shirts
    2 other shirts that have a lining across the shoulders.

    Have had all the above for a number of years now got the caps very early on as with the polo shirts.
    Same with the...
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    Derek, have you considered the use of a spring...

    Derek, have you considered the use of a spring loaded catch for the small drawer?
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    Sticky: Bunnies:roll:

    Bunnies:roll:
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    it's unique only one made of that model.:U

    it's unique only one made of that model.:U
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    Sticky: gloves

    gloves
  28. My Bosche 1300 ACE also was getting to the point...

    My Bosche 1300 ACE also was getting to the point of being sticky on using the plunge function .I stripped it down & gave the plunge posts a light rub with WD40 & 1200 sanding paper.Been ok since...
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    Wake -up call about a casual approach to workshop...

    Wake -up call about a casual approach to workshop machinery for sure obviously lacking in safety training as far as he is concerned.
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    I still have my Leigh D24 jig with which I use a...

    I still have my Leigh D24 jig with which I use a Bosche 1300ACE router as well as a Festool OF1400 router both capable routers in that usage.
    Whatever router/s you decide on you will need the...
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    Barry, Ilooked on the FOG site, guy there...

    Barry, Ilooked on the FOG site, guy there replacing the motor on Kapex120 .theres a PDF there that can be downloaded its showing the gears after the motor is removed so that may be the noise re gears!
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    Other than the clicking noise is the saw running...

    Other than the clicking noise is the saw running true?
    Could be brushes or bearing issues.
    My saw is an early one as well but no issues apart from Festool doing the rejigging of the electrical on...
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    Sticky: 150kph

    150kph
  34. Thread: Knife Roll

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    That's a terrific gift Paul , something hand made...

    That's a terrific gift Paul , something hand made with personal attachment is more likely to be appreciated than a store bought item.
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    That's a good innings for a tool of that age...

    That's a good innings for a tool of that age Rod.Obviously gave good service over the years for you.I might suggest that you might find an old well used one for parts as an option for you.
    I still...
  36. VICTORIA He will be once he gets his hands on these.

    He will be once he gets his hands on these.
  37. I have a WA sheoak one as well as a Jarrah one...

    I have a WA sheoak one as well as a Jarrah one (Cutting boards) have had them for years with no ill affects,touch wood.
    I would clean the surface off back to raw timber as has been suggested.I leave...
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    8pcs Dowel Centre Point Pin Set 6/8/10/12mm Dowel...

    8pcs Dowel Centre Point Pin Set 6/8/10/12mm Dowel Tenon Center Set Transfer AU | eBay

    12mm centre points for marking here on the above link.
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    Bob, Perhaps a visit to those mens sheds where...

    Bob,

    Perhaps a visit to those mens sheds where you have have had so much input ,a chance to spend some time away from home for a few hours.
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    I have the same sander never had an issue like...

    I have the same sander never had an issue like the one you have ,nor with any other Festool tools I have .Can only suggest you contact Festool for a response to your issue.
    Try the FOG forums as...
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    I also have to log in again but its because I...

    I also have to log in again but its because I delete history on a regular basis .
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    ignore the above post ,I misread the intial ops...

    ignore the above post ,I misread the intial ops post.
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    Then theres the expensive option Festool OFk700...

    Then theres the expensive option Festool OFk700 Festool OFK 700 EQ-Plus Laminate Trimmer with Systainer 574452 or the 500 but you're better off with the previous suggestions.
    The above link would...
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    My most sincere condolences to you & your family...

    My most sincere condolences to you & your family in this time of sorrow Bob.When we lose someone we hold dear ,we are left with memories of heartfelt moments shared in the times we shared together...
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    WANTED:WA Wanted record holdfasts 146

    Hi Paul,

    I have a couple of these ,I will send you a PM
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    DRAWN & CLAIMED Probably helping the Cats celebrate.

    Probably helping the Cats celebrate.
  47. It looks like its similar to my small Jet moulder...

    It looks like its similar to my small Jet moulder that I have at the back of my shop.
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    Certainly not for the faint hearted!

    Certainly not for the faint hearted!
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    Thanks Skew it was merely a rhetorical question...

    Thanks Skew it was merely a rhetorical question in possibly thinking of applying it to turned material!Most turned material would not necessarily be in direct sunlight I would assume .I have some...
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    SOLD: Sold

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