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18th October 2021, 11:24 PM
Thread: simple dust extraction
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Thanks for the quick response. Sure don't seem...
Thanks for the quick response.
Sure don't seem straight forward
Just after plug and play solution
Have one of these
Shop vacuum (Aldi) not really up to job
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18th October 2021, 03:44 PM
Thread: simple dust extraction
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simple dust extraction
Hi
I'm after a simple dust extraction and hood system for a drop saw, the shop vac just doesn't cut it.
Any ideas or pictures greatly appreciated.
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14th December 2020, 03:22 PM
Thread: Milky Finish
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Milky Finish
Hi
The varnish on the inner planks is starting to go milky I think it is painted in Deks 2 part do I just sand back the milky sections then repaint
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20th September 2017, 02:14 PM
Thread: Milky Varnish
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Thanks I'll give it a go
Thanks I'll give it a go
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19th September 2017, 10:16 AM
Thread: Milky Varnish
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Milky Varnish
As above boat was under cover but water got in and puddled in the bottom.
Some of the lower planks are milky.
Clinker hull.
Do I have to strip the entire plank or possible to patch re coat.
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13th March 2017, 12:07 PM
Thread: Seal Hardwood easiest way ???
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Seal Hardwood easiest way ???
In the process of building house have two hardwood beams nailed together.
Yesterdays rain and tannin started to leach out .
Need to seal so tannin doesn't stall concrete walls and floor
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14th September 2016, 06:55 PM
Thread: Shed lining and termite enquiry
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I went to a local kitchen maker and got sheets...
I went to a local kitchen maker and got sheets 2400x1200 MDF and particle board 40 sheets for a slab
These are the sheets that protect the bulk sheeting the use for cabinets
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31st March 2015, 08:33 PM
Thread: Finish for deck
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Thanks to all for your help The Deks#1 would be...
Thanks to all for your help
The Deks#1 would be my preference as I don't want a gloss finish.
So I'll go with 1 and can add 2 if I'm not happy with the finish.
Nick
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23rd January 2015, 05:58 PM
Thread: Finish for deck
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Thanks for the reply Would that be oil or water...
Thanks for the reply
Would that be oil or water based varnish
Does it have to be marine grade?
Will varnish penetrate and colour the wood
How often would I need to recoat
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22nd January 2015, 11:07 PM
Thread: Finish for deck
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Finish for deck
Im after a finish for a white beach deck and transom
Ideally I would like a matt or semi gloss finish and one that can be touched up or recoated with just a light sand.
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18th July 2013, 04:25 PM
Thread: Repairing a small split
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Thanks to you both for the advice. The easy or...
Thanks to you both for the advice.
The easy or "slightly" more complex repair?
I'll try the easy solution first put the boat in the water and hope it stays together.
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15th July 2013, 03:26 PM
Thread: Repairing a small split
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Repairing a small split
Hi
I have a couple of small splits in planks above the water line and would appreciate a simple method of repair that doesn't involve any complicated wood working skills
Any help appreciated
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11th March 2011, 06:41 PM
Thread: Decking Timber?
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Huon Thanks for those numbers. Any thoughts...
Huon
Thanks for those numbers.
Any thoughts on best timber to use?
This is for a false deck laid over an existing ply/glass deck.
Thanks
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4th February 2011, 09:44 PM
Thread: Decking Timber?
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Decking Timber?
Hi
I'm after some decking Teak, Iroko/Odum, White Beech and Celery Top Pine
have been suggested any thoughts?
Teak I guess would be the best but could be expensive?
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30th January 2011, 06:23 PM
Thread: Finally found a Putt Putt
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Hello Par I can do the unskilled stuff like...
Hello Par
I can do the unskilled stuff like removing paint and non structural repairs, but I would like to be armed with a little knowledge.
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30th January 2011, 12:41 PM
Thread: Finally found a Putt Putt
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Par Thanks for your observations. So what to...
Par
Thanks for your observations.
So what to do with split planks, cut out and replace or repair with?
Replace fasteners how? and how to determine which require replacing.
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30th January 2011, 01:27 AM
Thread: Finally found a Putt Putt
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Finally found a Putt Putt
Hi
After looking for a couple of years finally found a nice boat that only needs a bit of work!
There are a few areas repaired with fibre glass and what looks like body filler?
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18th September 2010, 11:12 AM
Thread: There is something for everyone!!!
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There is something for everyone!!!
There are a few here that i would like.
http://www.mecum.com/auctions/MO1010/MO1010-99637/consign/MO1010-99637_consign.jpg
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18th April 2010, 03:37 PM
Thread: Carvel or Clinker????
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Hello. Wooden construction. Yes been looking...
Hello.
Wooden construction.
Yes been looking for putt putt.
Carvel planked in clear varnish might be for sale, that's why interested.
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17th April 2010, 04:31 PM
Thread: Carvel or Clinker????
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Carvel or Clinker????
Some questions regarding the durability of construction.
Ease of maintenance.
Repair costs
Aesthetics
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21st February 2010, 11:24 PM
Thread: Jack Pompei boat needs restore
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Jack Pompei boat needs restore
Hi
After missing out on a couple of well restored clinker putt putts I came across this one at the Melbourne Wooden Boat Festival.
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11th December 2009, 04:15 PM
Thread: Like the look of this one HELP
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Thanks to all for the advice and comments. I...
Thanks to all for the advice and comments.
I imagine to build a boat like this would have cost thousands more than it sold for ?
I bid on it but was "pipped at the post"
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5th December 2009, 02:27 PM
Thread: Like the look of this one HELP
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Richard. Just spoke to Ted. Nick
Richard.
Just spoke to Ted.
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5th December 2009, 02:12 PM
Thread: Like the look of this one HELP
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Thanks again Richard . I'm in Victoria so I...
Thanks again Richard .
I'm in Victoria so I can't get to Tanunda to have a look, not sure what to look for any way.
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5th December 2009, 01:57 PM
Thread: Like the look of this one HELP
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Richard and Par Thanks for the comments . ...
Richard and Par
Thanks for the comments .
Richard.
Your in Sth Aus Where would the nearest surveyor or boat builder be to Tanunda? Any ideas?
Par
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4th December 2009, 10:56 PM
Thread: Like the look of this one HELP
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Like the look of this one HELP
1950's Vintage Wooden Clinker Boat - eBay Power, Boats, Boats, Watercraft, Cars, Bikes, Boats. (end time 09-Dec-09 22:16:06 AEDST)
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19th November 2009, 04:32 PM
Thread: Might bid on this?
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Sorry to labour a point. Should you use a...
Sorry to labour a point.
Should you use a solid planked timber boat in fresh water?
If yes what precautions should be taken to avoid rot?
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19th November 2009, 06:43 AM
Thread: Might bid on this?
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Thanks for the input. Its solid planked, would I...
Thanks for the input.
Its solid planked, would I have any problems if i put it in the water (fresh) every couple of weeks. How long would it have to be out of the water to cause a problem.
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18th November 2009, 04:52 PM
Thread: Might bid on this?
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Thanks for the info. Spoke to the seller they...
Thanks for the info.
Spoke to the seller they have it moored but fill? with salt water if out of water for any length of time not fresh water as this rots the wood.
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17th November 2009, 04:31 PM
Thread: Might bid on this?
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What problems, does the hull dry out and open up?...
What problems, does the hull dry out and open up? Must clinker boats be moored?
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17th November 2009, 04:03 PM
Thread: Might bid on this?
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Might bid on this?
16 foot 6 Clinker putt putt boat - eBay Power, Boats, Boats, Watercraft, Cars, Bikes, Boats. (end time 22-Nov-09 20:19:32 AEDST)
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30th July 2009, 04:05 PM
Thread: 1960's seacraft restoration
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"You need to put something on it, that will draw...
"You need to put something on it, that will draw up the oil . It can be sand, flour, cornmeal, powder,cat litter, paper, anything that draws the moisture in. Clay might be a good idea, or make a...
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18th July 2009, 12:23 AM
Thread: 1960's seacraft restoration
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This is a neat unit and good value power to $...
This is a neat unit and good value power to $
Not sure how or if it would fit without some modification, but could be interesting.
http://www.rodshop.com.au/supercharger_kits/supercharger_2.htm
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17th July 2009, 01:50 AM
Thread: 1960's seacraft restoration
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Chris Unless you are going to do some head...
Chris
Unless you are going to do some head work and install a lumpier cam and extractors there would not be much advantage in going with twins and none at all with triples,
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16th July 2009, 08:05 PM
Thread: 1960's seacraft restoration
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Hi What is a sea water inlet/outlet I have...
Hi
What is a sea water inlet/outlet I have been looking at a boat with a Holden red and was told it was only for use in fresh water,if you use the motor in salt water how do you minimise... -
11th July 2009, 02:06 PM
Thread: Advice on maintenance
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Thanks for the advice. Could mounting a motor to...
Thanks for the advice.
Could mounting a motor to the side cause a problem with movement of the tiller ( not allowing for full movement because of the rise in the transom?)
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6th July 2009, 04:01 PM
Thread: Advice on maintenance
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Hi I have no history or information on the...
Hi
I have no history or information on the boat.
The chap I bought it off had restored it.
I noticed it for sale beside the road and thought is was a very attractive boat.
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4th July 2009, 04:39 PM
Thread: Advice on maintenance
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Advice on maintenance
Hi
Here are some pictures of my row/sail boat.
I use the boat every couple of months and it is stored inside, are there any tips on keeping it in good condition?
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12th June 2009, 07:12 PM
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Boat builder/ knowledgeable enthusiast wanted
Hello
I would like the help of the above in the Warnambool area to have a look a boat and assess its condition.
Clinker built speedboat with an inboard Holden red motor, built 60-70s
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12th June 2009, 07:00 PM
Thread: Advice on Buying (what to look for)
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Thanks for the advice. Get someone who knows...
Thanks for the advice.
Get someone who knows what to look for.
Too risky for novice?
Will try to find boatbuilder with experience of wooden boats in Warnambool.
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8th June 2009, 07:06 PM
Thread: Advice on Buying (what to look for)
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Advice on Buying (what to look for)
Hello.
I have been looking at a clinker built speedboat, the hull has been repainted and some of the planks have been replaced, a couple of ribs ? are cracked and the ply wood deck and engine...