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1st January 2024, 12:53 PM
Thread: Selecta home workshop
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Selecta home workshop
Hi all.. picked up one of these the other day, Made in Australia.. who else has one ?
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23rd November 2023, 01:39 PM
Thread: Auger bit chuck
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Auger bit chuck
Picked up this chuck recently.. 120mm in length x 35mm in diameter..the spigot is 1/2 inch with a flat for a screw to lock onto. My first thought was for use in a drill press at the slowest speed.
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6th August 2023, 07:37 PM
Thread: Isentify these lathe parts
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Skew ChiDAMN!!..the bolts are not captive !!...I...
Skew ChiDAMN!!..the bolts are not captive !!...I am sure I have seen this set up before..
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6th August 2023, 03:00 PM
Thread: Isentify these lathe parts
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Identify these lathe parts
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Picked up these lathe parts recently.. .. the faceplate is 310mm in dia.. I notice the head and the tailstock are different heights. can anyone identify what machine they may have belonged to... -
9th October 2022, 01:38 PM
Thread: Identify these braces
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Geoff... no ball evident.. no marks on rivetted...
Geoff... no ball evident.. no marks on rivetted end. pad appears to be pine, as opposed to the grip.... also pic of jaws from brace 1... note the spring.
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7th October 2022, 10:57 AM
Thread: Identify these braces
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Identify these braces
Hi all.
Picked up these two braces recently...the first has an Ellrich ratchet mechanism, but the only marking is what looks like a Masonic logo..(dividers and square), !
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22nd February 2022, 11:04 AM
Thread: P&N Tap Die set
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Hi all. Possibly this one...about the closest...
Hi all.
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19th October 2017, 05:00 PM
Thread: Unknown make Bandsaw
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Thanks for the reply.. Luckily the guide lines up...
Thanks for the reply.. Luckily the guide lines up perfectly with the wheels...Today I attempted to strip down the pivoting top axle assembly but hit a snag. the casting that holds the axle, pivots on...
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18th October 2017, 03:28 PM
Thread: Unknown make Bandsaw
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Unknown make Bandsaw
Hi... Does anyone recognise this band saw ? .. no markings anywhere on the machine.. Its a 14 inch x approx 91 inch blade.. No play in the bottom end, but the top needs attention, and looks a bit...
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30th May 2017, 08:05 PM
Thread: Making Titan chisel handles
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Doggie. Many thanks for the feedback.. I did not...
Doggie.
Many thanks for the feedback.. I did not mean Spotted gum was used in their manufacture, i use it because its not only abundant (NSW/Qld), its also the closest match to the hardwood that... -
29th May 2017, 08:02 PM
Thread: Making Titan chisel handles
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Making Titan chisel handles
Hi all.
Been busy making replacement handles for a box of chisels that i have been hoarding., this also gives me a chance to experiment with different timbers... more on that later !
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26th May 2017, 12:40 PM
Thread: Help with chisels/gouges
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Help with chisels/gouges
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Hi all..
What can you tell me about the pictured tools.. sorry about the quality !
The long slim chisel is a Ward & Payne.. the 190 mm blade is rounded on one side and... -
9th January 2017, 09:47 PM
Thread: parts for older Skil router
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parts for older Skil router
I have a Skil 297 router that requires two parts.
firstly a collet.. the one that came with it (1/4") is in two pieces !!.. these are the older cone type with a slot up the side.
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6th January 2017, 05:09 PM
Thread: Skil 297 router
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Skil 297 router
Hi all .
I need to find a pair of collets (6mm and 1/4") for my vintage router.. these are a simple tapered cone with a split up the side..it came with the original collet in two pieces and have... -
11th July 2016, 08:21 PM
Thread: Small vices.. who made these ?
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Small vices.. who made these ?
Hi .. have had these two small "M" branded vices for a while now and recently gave them a refurb.. The first are sold as jewellers or hobby vices with the width of jaws approx 40mm. Have seen a...
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20th June 2015, 09:34 PM
Thread: refurbing a Hitachi D13 drill
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refurbing a Hitachi D13 drill
Hi all .. Has anyone had any experience in removing the main spindle on one of these drills.. the front bearing is due for replacement but am having trouble removing the final drive gear.. it...
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19th December 2014, 09:13 PM
Thread: large pine boards in Brisbane area
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large pine boards in Brisbane area
Thinking of repairing an old trunk but the sides measure 608mm x 445mm x 22mm thick.
Original timber is a soft wood so any of the pines would be a good choice.
Can anyone advise on a supplier in... -
8th October 2014, 08:26 PM
Thread: Unusual sash cramp
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Trade school was also on my mind.. although...
Trade school was also on my mind.. although usually these have a name or initials on them.
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7th October 2014, 08:30 PM
Thread: Looking for top caps in good condition
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Looking for top caps in good condition
Hi all.
Have a few planes that could do with a top cap that are in far better condition to the ones pictured.
The first is from a No4 plane, the Record is a 010 and the last is a 9" Falcon.
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7th October 2014, 08:18 PM
Thread: Unusual sash cramp
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Unusual sash cramp
Hi all.
Probably not an antique but interesting none the less. A lot of work has gone into it as the castings have been finished square on a shaper.. so not a backyard job.
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30th July 2014, 08:48 PM
Thread: Turner advertising
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Turner advertising
Hi guys.
I have a fetish for Turner screwdrivers and was looking for any advertising that featured them.
Their range of screwdrivers was staggering aswas the variation of markings and colours for... -
18th June 2014, 06:52 PM
Thread: Whatisit ?
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Whatisit
Thanks guys for your answers.. I am now the proud owner of a handle !!
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16th June 2014, 08:39 PM
Thread: Whatisit ?
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Whatisit ?
Hi all.
Picked this up recently.. as can be seen its about 6" x 6" and with what appears to be about a #3 MT. Only marking is W & B (Warren and Brown ?)
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14th May 2014, 08:08 PM
Thread: Lathe countershaft wear
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Michael. The shaft is approx 19.1 mm dia.. It...
Michael.
The shaft is approx 19.1 mm dia.. It appears the machine has been starved of oil for some time.. all oil holes on the lathe were caked with dirt and metal.
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14th May 2014, 07:42 PM
Thread: Attaching rope hooks
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Metal box trailer Ken.
Metal box trailer
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11th May 2014, 11:00 PM
Thread: Lathe countershaft wear
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Lathe countershaft wear
Hi all.
How is the best way to tackle this problem of a worn bearing.. see pic.
Its the counter shaft bracket of a lathe I'm rebuilding.. I'm assuming it's made of cast iron ?
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11th May 2014, 10:25 PM
Thread: Attaching rope hooks
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Attaching rope hooks
Hi.
I want to fit some alloy rope hooks like the one in the pic... how is the best way to fit them ?
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9th May 2014, 10:07 PM
Thread: Rubber mountings for electric motors
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Yes it is..its the rubber bit i'm after. I...
Yes it is..its the rubber bit i'm after.
I contacted the silentbloc makers .. they dont do them, so its on to the rewinders.
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8th May 2014, 08:25 PM
Thread: Rubber mountings for electric motors
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Rubber mountings for electric motors
Hi.
Does anyone know where to buy those rubber and metal mounting rings that are used on domestic size electric motors... they are meant to clamp into a cradle.
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1st May 2014, 10:02 PM
Thread: Wiring a single phase motor
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Wiring a single phase motor
Hi guys.
Picked up this motor to run a small metal lathe and want to see if it goes..but I am a bit confused as to how to wire it up.
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10th April 2014, 11:24 PM
Thread: Qualos Junior parts wanted
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Qualos Junior parts wanted
Hi ..
I recently picked up a Qualos Junior lathe and although it runs OK requires a few parts.
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7th February 2014, 10:07 PM
Thread: lubing polyurethane bushes
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lubing polyurethane bushes
Hi all.
About to fit a set of poly bushes on my slipper springs and am wondering about some sort of lubrication.
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21st January 2014, 11:18 PM
Thread: Small wood lathe
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Thanks guys... Can't imagine what the J.K. stands...
Thanks guys... Can't imagine what the J.K. stands for though .. ?
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20th January 2014, 11:59 PM
Thread: Small wood lathe
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Small wood lathe
Hi all ... picked up this small lathe recently.. 910mm overall and made by J.K.TOOLS..
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20th January 2014, 11:38 PM
Thread: Sher Shopmate - Impulse Buy
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Sher Shopmate - Impulse Buy
Well done.. The Shopmate was introduced by Sher Power Tools around 1958 and was originally powered by the 3/8 Powermatic drill...If your drill is running to spec it will have ample power to run the...
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19th December 2013, 08:58 PM
Thread: One for Boringgeoff
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Thank's Geoff.. I felt sure it was Aussie, just...
Thank's Geoff.. I felt sure it was Aussie, just had that look and finish !...will be on the lookout now for a clunker to salvage the missing piece off although i don't imagine that happening any time...
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15th December 2013, 11:27 PM
Thread: One for Boringgeoff
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One for Boringgeoff
Hi all.. Picked up this very basic brace recently.. unfortunately its missing one half of its jaws and the screw. The Pad has a pressed steel dome and the tool is finished in what appears to be...
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30th March 2013, 08:22 PM
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Slipper springs .. does this look right ?
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Recently a friend purchased a second hand trailer and brought it to me for a once over and at first glance it looked OK..
Starting by pulling on a wheel i found it very loose !!..it has "New... -
6th January 2013, 10:20 AM
Thread: unusual die stock
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unusual die stock
Hi all..
I've had this 1" die stock for a while and was always curious as to its origin.
Appears to be made from cast steel with the only markings shown.. PTI .. No.111
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18th November 2012, 07:57 PM
Thread: Super Adept
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TNC lathe
I also have one of these TNC lathes,, and a question for Graziano and Battiwallah..
My mandrel is hollow, not solid.. There is a shoulder behind the tapered 3/8 x 24 UNF thread that acts against... -
16th October 2012, 11:49 PM
Thread: Titan chipping hammer.. for interest.
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Titan chipping hammer.. for interest.
Was well aware that Titan made chisels and auger bits.. but what else ?
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Hi All. Here is the shaper's plate that...
Hi All.
Here is the shaper's plate that steck was referring to and a copy of their Trade Mark.
Interesting to know what else this company made.
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27th May 2012, 11:14 AM
Thread: "Norse" brand Swedish chisel
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"Norse" brand Swedish chisel
Hi.. I picked up a Swedish 5/8 chisel recently.. on what remains of the sticker on the handle were the letters NOR-- under what appears to be a crown !
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15th April 2012, 12:02 PM
Thread: European ash in Brisbane
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European ash in Brisbane
Hi.
I want to make some tool handles from ash and am looking for a source in and around Brisbane.. offcuts preferred.
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8th April 2012, 04:10 PM
Thread: badly chipped Berg
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badly chipped Berg
Spending the weekend catching up on some tool restorations.. among them is this 25mm bevel edge Berg.
Is is OK to slowly grind the blade back about 15mm to a square edge or is it better to dock the... -
6th April 2012, 08:26 PM
Thread: Unknown Swedish maker
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Unknown Swedish maker
Hi.
Picked up this little 10mm Swedish chisel recently.. makers logo appears to be a "H" in a circle.
Handle has remains of a yellow decal with the words "Swedish Quality" and is typical of the... -
29th February 2012, 11:27 PM
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Hi.. I've recently put up a post seeking one of...
Hi.. I've recently put up a post seeking one of these Aussie made plastic totes.. wasn't aware that it was such a widespread problem !.
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26th February 2012, 02:39 PM
Thread: Plastic tote required
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Plastic tote required
Hi all.
Would like to replace the disfigured tote in the right of the pic.. was originally a black plastic one with the Stanley logo.
Looks like it was placed too close to a heat source ?
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21st January 2012, 09:32 PM
Thread: planer blades for Skil 3312
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planer blades for Skil 3312
Hi .. Need a set of blades for a Skil 3312 planer.. the ones fitted have tungsten inserts.. is it worth the effort to resharpen them, or just easier to buy a new pair ?
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21st November 2011, 09:05 PM
Thread: Rohm keyed chuck disassembly
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Rohm keyed chuck disassembly
I have a Rohm 1/2" S8 chuck that needs an internal clean.. has anyone pulled one of these apart ?? ..
Ken.