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5th March 2019, 03:35 PM
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Sorry to be reviving such an old thread, but I...
Sorry to be reviving such an old thread, but I can't seem to find anything recent in relation to Triton plunge drills - and more importantly - the revival of their Ni-Cd batteries.
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7th April 2013, 11:17 PM
Thread: Boys and their Big Toys
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Boys and their Big Toys
Being a biker - I love this. This bloke's a genius. Fully functional wooden motorcycle. [VIDEO]
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7th April 2013, 12:02 AM
Thread: Photo editing
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There is no substitute for Photoshop(R)! End of...
There is no substitute for Photoshop(R)! End of argument. I've used it since it first appeared on the market and have upgraded to keep myself current. Mind you, I'm a pro photographer so it's a...
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6th April 2013, 11:51 PM
Thread: Video cases for storage
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Video cases for storage
Thought you might be interested in a storage system I've developed for sundry items in my workshop. I use transparent video (VCR tape/movie) cases for things like 1/3 sheet sandpapers, pencils,...
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6th April 2013, 11:35 PM
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Bunnings running out CraftMaster router bits
Just a heads-up folks. Bunnings is running out its CraftMaster router bits at ridiculous prices. I picked up a 32mm round-over bit for $20 - ticketed price $66:40. Bunnings Dubbo has a big box full...
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25th July 2009, 09:37 PM
Thread: Does everybody have to hate Ozito???
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I bought my first Ozito product this week. I have...
I bought my first Ozito product this week. I have a workshop full of blue-chip, brand names that I've used for yonks. The industrial vacuum cleaner I was using for my dust "control" finally said it...
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12th March 2009, 11:09 PM
Thread: Best $99.00 18v Cordless
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I bought another Triton 18V plunge drill today...
I bought another Triton 18V plunge drill today from my local Mitre10 store.
It was originally $280 but was marked down to $169.
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26th February 2009, 09:37 PM
Thread: Best $99.00 18v Cordless
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Moose, Once upon a time I opted for the $99...
Moose,
Once upon a time I opted for the $99 2-year warranty stuff, and I got what I paid for - crap! I do a lotta work in both steel and timber, and swear by my Triton 18V cordless plunge drill.... -
29th December 2007, 10:51 PM
Thread: Millimetres vs Millimeters
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Tsk tsk Mark. Violence will get you everywhere -...
Tsk tsk Mark.
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28th December 2007, 07:52 PM
Thread: Millimetres vs Millimeters
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Next time you run into Pauline Hanson, ask her...
Next time you run into Pauline Hanson, ask her what "a strayer" is!
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17th December 2007, 10:40 PM
Thread: Disc/belt linisher attachment?
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I've owned and use the MultiTool for 5 years. My...
I've owned and use the MultiTool for 5 years. My Dad put me onto it. Quality and craftmanship through and through. Made in Bathurst (?).
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30th October 2007, 07:56 PM
Thread: Yet another Brand Question
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I've had my share of cordless drills in my day...
I've had my share of cordless drills in my day (years) and have finally settled on the Triton plunge drill. Absolute workhorse. :2tsup: I built myself a steel framed carport 15m x 3.5m. Did all the...
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27th October 2006, 10:41 PM
Thread: Plunge drill problem
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Thought I'd throw my 2 bob's worth in here. Thank...
Thought I'd throw my 2 bob's worth in here. Thank you. I saw the Triton plunge drill demo'd at a trade night in my local M10 store a couple of months ago. Up until now my cordless drills have been...
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12th June 2006, 10:11 PM
Thread: New Triton Random Orbital Sander
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Triton and GMS in bed together?
Greetings all.
I'd like to throw in my 2 bobs worth on a couple of issues here. Firstly, I bought a Triton random orbital sander about 18 months ago, and it was purely a sanding head that fitted to... -
6th April 2005, 08:30 PM
Thread: Any Gifkins dovetail jog users out there?
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You've sold me!
Thank you all. I'm convinced that Gifkin is the way to go. I have to go to Port Macquarie later in the year so will go via Wauchope and pick one up (unless of course Mr and Mrs Gifkin do...
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28th March 2005, 12:02 AM
Thread: My First Router
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Router Bit Care
Lou. I've been a router for years and only use 1/2" shank units. The only maintenance I do with my bits is to periodically check the bearings for smooth running. This involves removing them from the...
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27th March 2005, 11:51 PM
Thread: Any Gifkins dovetail jog users out there?
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Any Gifkins dovetail jog users out there?
Greetings all. I'm in the market for a dovetail jig. I've read a lot about the Gifkins unit and am very tempted to buy one. Does anyone have any experiences (good or bad) on same please?...
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27th March 2005, 11:36 PM
Thread: Ceiling Battens?
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No battens?
So - what happens if your trusses don't allow you to fit your ceiling sheets? Case in point - I have a house that is 20 metres long and 8 metres wide - a rectangle. I put a steel framed extension of...
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24th March 2005, 11:33 PM
Thread: Motor home rebuild
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Motor home rebuild
Greetings all. I'm a relatively new member of this great site, having found it by accident - and how fortuituous. Anyway, just wanted to share with y'all a 10 weeks project I just finished for my son...