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18th November 2019, 11:07 AM
Thread: Wet sharpener with CBN -no water
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thank you for the informative reply Derek. So...
thank you for the informative reply Derek.
So you are suggesting I go with a full speed 8 inch machine and run a 6 inch CBN?
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18th November 2019, 10:47 AM
Thread: Wet sharpener with CBN -no water
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Wet sharpener with CBN -no water
Hello all,
I need to upgrade my sharpening system.
Am thinking of getting a wet system and replacing the wheel with CBN wheel and not use water.
My existing wet grinder is useless because the... -
19th December 2016, 09:52 AM
Thread: Toolkraft radial arm saw
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Hi Steelmad, Can do mate. Pls message me your...
Hi Steelmad,
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22nd August 2016, 06:04 PM
Thread: Toolkraft radial arm saw
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Hi John, I have a dewalt manual which will help....
Hi John,
I have a dewalt manual which will help.
Alternatively you may call in and have a look at the saw.
cheers
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17th June 2016, 01:05 PM
Thread: Shed sound system/clock radio
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Here is one I made a few years ago which keeps...
Here is one I made a few years ago which keeps the dust out. Made from bits laying around and an opportunity to practice and display my router inlaying.
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11th November 2014, 05:11 PM
Thread: Private email box full
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Private email box full
Hello,
I cannot reply to a member because his email limit/box is full.
Is there a way the forum can advise so he can clear?
I cannot advise him that my item for sale is available, and worse he... -
3rd November 2014, 03:22 PM
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Selling stuff - Thicknesser Carbatec 12.5 inc Brisbane
Sorry to be a pain, but I cannot see where to enter the price so it's under the expiration column.
I don't want to auction just sell this machine. I find the system awkward.
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30th April 2014, 05:34 PM
Thread: Burl clock
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very nice indeed. Where did you buy the...
very nice indeed.
Where did you buy the movement/hands etc from.
Cheers
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30th October 2013, 12:54 PM
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Hi Seb, I made mine from scratch 20 + years ago....
Hi Seb,
I made mine from scratch 20 + years ago.
They were move-able. This project prompted buying the drill press and a few other tools.
Buy tools as you need them if on a budget.
I made my... -
23rd August 2013, 05:00 PM
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Hi sleeprequired, I do a lots of...
Hi sleeprequired,
I do a lots of inspections/testing and supervise removal.
Lots of tiles, vinyl and some carpet underlay contain asbestos.
You may contact me if you like for advice.
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26th July 2013, 09:55 AM
Thread: DW 125 Radial Arm Saw User Manual
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can do Bob PM your email address to me cheers...
can do Bob
PM your email address to me
cheers
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23rd July 2013, 04:16 PM
Thread: DW 125 Radial Arm Saw User Manual
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on its way Joe Have fun
on its way Joe
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22nd July 2013, 11:25 AM
Thread: DW 125 Radial Arm Saw User Manual
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Hi Joe, I have the manual in pdf. Would you like...
Hi Joe,
I have the manual in pdf. Would you like me to email to you?
cheers
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20th May 2013, 02:52 PM
Thread: Missing part from thicknesser
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carbatec may that. I have bought bits for my...
carbatec may that. I have bought bits for my machine from them which looks identical to yours.
cheers
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18th March 2013, 03:33 PM
Thread: Toolkraft radial arm saw
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on its way Justin
on its way Justin
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1st March 2013, 11:35 AM
Thread: workbench height
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Hi Mark, I made mine the same height as my...
Hi Mark,
I made mine the same height as my Triton saw table, which was fine for my height.
I also did this so I could rest larger projects on the level, which proved to be a wise decision.
I can... -
22nd February 2013, 02:59 PM
Thread: Wanted: Camphor Laurel slabs
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Hi Ben, I recently completed a commission of two...
Hi Ben,
I recently completed a commission of two matching tables in wide camphor boards.
Not sure what you are making but looks very nice when finished.
One board shown here had a knot hole which... -
12th February 2013, 03:57 PM
Thread: Toolkraft radial arm saw
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should be in your inbox Bob Cheers conwood
should be in your inbox Bob
Cheers
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16th January 2013, 12:50 PM
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Hi Terry, I have manual for 1251. Let me know if...
Hi Terry,
I have manual for 1251. Let me know if you want it.
cheers
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10th October 2012, 05:30 PM
Thread: Mystery wood
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hard and light is correct..nice to work with too....
hard and light is correct..nice to work with too.
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10th October 2012, 03:17 PM
Thread: Mystery wood
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could be African Mahogany- khaya senegalensis ...
could be African Mahogany- khaya senegalensis
I acquired some here in Brisbane and looked like that which was milled in Brisbane.
cheers
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20th August 2012, 05:16 PM
Thread: carbatec 16" scroll saw
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I am Brisbane north with the base carbatec scroll...
I am Brisbane north with the base carbatec scroll saw. You are welcome to have a go and see before buying.
cheers
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17th July 2012, 01:52 PM
Thread: The Omni Dual Saw.
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I have one, lent to me by a friend who is not...
I have one, lent to me by a friend who is not getting it back. Thought it was a gimmick originally and now I love it for certain jobs.
I have used it (actually my 15 yr old son) to cut old... -
4th July 2012, 11:28 AM
Thread: Brisbane - Raw Wooden Stand Needed
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have pm'd you
have pm'd you
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20th June 2012, 05:56 PM
Thread: DeWalt DW125 Powershop
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Hi ernstvg, I replaced mine a few years ago with...
Hi ernstvg,
I replaced mine a few years ago with the main piece as one, without the little extension which was attached with bars.
I also replaced the back pieces which are just strips.
The... -
8th June 2012, 04:38 PM
Thread: Gaps and Gaps and Gaps
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what switt775 said
what switt775 said
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17th May 2012, 01:42 PM
Thread: Low Profile Castors
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Hi Jim, Make sure you have adequate support...
Hi Jim,
Make sure you have adequate support where the castors will be located.
We look forward to seeing the finished item.
cheers
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16th May 2012, 01:59 PM
Thread: Low Profile Castors
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Hi Jim, Images show how I did it. If you look at...
Hi Jim,
Images show how I did it. If you look at the image 1 in the room, you will note there is a 5mm gap between the plinth and the floor.
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24th April 2012, 05:18 PM
Thread: As good as your word.
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Why can't we name this person? Seems like he or...
Why can't we name this person? Seems like he or she have done this before. World is full of this cr#p. Trouble is we allow them to get away with such behaviours.
Well done mods and admins for... -
24th April 2012, 05:08 PM
Thread: Radial arm saw blades
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I do lots of push cuts Paul. Depends on the...
I do lots of push cuts Paul. Depends on the material and depth etc.
Same with dado.
Do love the RAS and with lots of jigs I have made can do many things. Rarely use it for ripping except for thin... -
3rd January 2012, 10:16 AM
Thread: Dw 1251 manual needed
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Hi Militarymad Let me know if you still need...
Hi Militarymad
Let me know if you still need manual. Apologies for response delay....that time of the year.
cheers
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22nd December 2011, 11:24 AM
Thread: gramophone needs loving
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Hi sawdustsniffer, I have the same brand with...
Hi sawdustsniffer,
I have the same brand with legs and record storage made by the same company in Australia in 1916, which I restored a few years ago. It's a job not for the faint hearted.
Yes I... -
17th December 2011, 09:35 AM
Thread: Dw 1251 manual needed
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on its way peterbill have fun. cheers...
on its way peterbill
have fun.
cheers
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23rd November 2011, 08:37 AM
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Hi Bernt, Very little movement with just the...
Hi Bernt,
Very little movement with just the screws. A larger gusset would provide more stability.
This was not a problem for me because I had a return on the desk which stopped all movement.
Here... -
22nd November 2011, 11:21 AM
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here is an idea just guessing. note rebate on...
here is an idea just guessing.
note rebate on leg panel to create a clean look.
jax screws were used.
cheers
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11th November 2011, 04:12 PM
Thread: Decking on sandy soils
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Hi lethal07, You could consider galvanised screw...
Hi lethal07,
You could consider galvanised screw piers.
cheers
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19th October 2011, 11:03 AM
Thread: mastercrafts
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did anyone see last night - Ancient Discoveries...
did anyone see last night - Ancient Discoveries -Robotics - exploring the life of Heron of Alexandria.
What a fascinating program, then followed by the Azorian: The Raising Of The K-129, which was... -
13th October 2011, 02:45 PM
Thread: Impossible Nail
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here is my version - done differently I call it...
here is my version - done differently
I call it the impossible E and it's done with magic.
I have a lot of fun with people who ask me how...I never tell them.
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11th October 2011, 09:46 AM
Thread: Dw 1251 manual needed
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You are welcome Charlie. I look forward to taking...
You are welcome Charlie. I look forward to taking up your offer. I also extend similar offer here.
cheers
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10th October 2011, 10:43 AM
Thread: Dw 1251 manual needed
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Done. Have fun. cheers conwood
Done. Have fun.
cheers
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5th October 2011, 06:13 PM
Thread: A set of five chairs
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I use sanding belts cut to small sizes with the...
I use sanding belts cut to small sizes with the tough backing. Fold them over and sand away in the corners. On spindles you can go with the grain in short sharp movements.
If you get tempted to go... -
4th October 2011, 09:44 AM
Thread: Dw 1251 manual needed
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have pm'd you. will email to you today- DONE
have pm'd you. will email to you today- DONE
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23rd September 2011, 10:24 AM
Thread: BAS-350 same as MJ34?
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Hi Cin, I have had BAS 350 for about 5 years...
Hi Cin,
I have had BAS 350 for about 5 years now. I just looked at the manual and there is no mention of any model, not even BAS 350. The piccie on the front looks identical to the machine I have.
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29th August 2011, 02:19 PM
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Hi Shannon, Extension is only on when I do long...
Hi Shannon,
Extension is only on when I do long jobs..logs etc.
Cars have not been in shed for a few years now..woodworking has taken over and SWMBO not complaining!
My flat surfaces attract ... -
29th August 2011, 01:57 PM
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Hi all, here is another version of an extension...
Hi all,
here is another version of an extension bed for BAS 350. (white space is family member removed from image)
Also note modified easier to use tension handle.
cheers
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18th August 2011, 02:13 PM
Thread: Credit where credit is due - Carbatec
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a thicky with a spiral head it would go down...
a thicky with a spiral head it would go down quicker :U
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18th August 2011, 02:04 PM
Thread: Credit where credit is due - Carbatec
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you are correct wheelinround, those yachties are...
you are correct wheelinround,
those yachties are very fine woodworkers too. Their tollerances are more exacting than some of us non yachtie woodies projects.
cheers
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18th August 2011, 12:44 PM
Thread: Credit where credit is due - Carbatec
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I agree with you Stinky concerning the dude on...
I agree with you Stinky concerning the dude on the yacht. If you had a yacht you would not have time to woodwork!
I reckon new catalogue is cost cutting, which is not surprising in the current... -
9th August 2011, 03:04 PM
Thread: Making a Yew Caddy
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an inside view would be nice Woodwould. Lovely...
an inside view would be nice Woodwould.
Lovely work BTW
cheers
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3rd August 2011, 05:22 PM
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what Waldo said and if you need to get into...
what Waldo said
and if you need to get into corners do it by hand or sharp chisel and sand paper
cheers
conwood