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7th November 2011, 08:29 AM
Thread: removing connector bolts / cross dowels
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ok so I finally achieved sucess, first I used my...
ok so I finally achieved sucess, first I used my dremel to cut a slot across the bolt to use a large screw drive to turn, then I also drilled the head of the barrell nut thing, which either freed it...
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2nd November 2011, 10:52 AM
Thread: removing connector bolts / cross dowels
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removing connector bolts / cross dowels
I am in the process of sanding down an old neglected outdoor jensen jarrah table setting I was given (table now looks fantastic!) and would also like to fix up some of the loose joinery on the chairs...
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30th October 2006, 09:42 AM
Thread: fret cleaning
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fret cleaning
Not a building question more a maintenance one.
Just curious having played guitar for almost 20 years, one thing I normally do when changing string is to polish the frets with still wool and oil... -
12th October 2006, 05:01 PM
Thread: To roadbase or not to roadbase
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I am by no means an expert (but I would go with...
I am by no means an expert (but I would go with the crushed rock - compacted) but I followed the info from this site when I did our small entertaining area and I must admit it is fantastic in going...
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17th April 2006, 09:45 PM
Thread: Dog's Defecating On Front Lawns
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If it is at all possible take it out on the...
If it is at all possible take it out on the owner, its thier fault for either not training them properly or letting them roam.
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6th February 2006, 10:52 AM
Thread: pergola foundations
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pergola foundations
My neighbour is paying a guy to build a pergola for him and was telling me the other day what he is doing and I wanted to check people opinions about the foundations.
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24th November 2005, 12:57 PM
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Decent timber -- where to buy in melbourne
Have done a few minor building projects around the house, I am looking at starting another small covered BBQ area/pergola type thing over summer this year. Anyway my question is does anyone have any...
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23rd January 2005, 04:03 PM
Thread: CMS or SCMS ?
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CMS or SCMS ?
I am looking at purchasing a saw to initially help with a current project (pergola) but I would like something accurate and useful in the longer term for finer projects, and I amd wondering the major...
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24th December 2004, 09:49 AM
Thread: joint hanger vs wooden joint strength
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Well, at this stage it is intended to be a L...
Well, at this stage it is intended to be a L shaped hip roof attached to the house, with a span of about 5m, the the lengths of the L being 10m and 8m repectively. I was originally leaning towards...
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23rd December 2004, 12:03 PM
Thread: joint hanger vs wooden joint strength
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joint hanger vs wooden joint strength
Not sure any anyone is able to comment about this but I am currently looking at building a pergola and I prefer the aesthetic look of having the rafters recessed into the beams, but I am a little...