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Hi all. I have a Hafco 6" jointer and recently replaced the V belt as it was almost broken through (about 12 years old). It was a smooth belt and the machine has always run well and smoothly.

The...

Same problem a few months ago with my new Carbatec Contractor Saw....I used a punch, about 4 taps on each edge evenly spaced and it fits perfectly now.

Regards
Garry

Hi Wongdai

I'm sort of guessing how you've been cutting the tails, but I'll have a go at explaing how I do them.

Saw the sides of the tails down to the marks, maybe a tad shy of the...

I got a pest controller out and he said it wasn't really a problem. Apparently the larvae hatch into adults and they are coming out and because there is no green wood around they don't pose a...

Just a thought but if the roller door is difficult to insulate, why not have a sliding door, especially if it is not for vehicles etc.

I've got one on my 4.5m wide shed so the opening is half...

Ozhunter

just realised mine is the FM 300 not the tradesman one you're after. Still does a good job for what I'm after. I guess it depends on what you put through it...mine only collects shavings...

I'va had one of these for a couple of years connected to 16" thicknesser, 6" buzzer and more recentle table saw. Mine is stationary and the 3 machines are on wheels connected by 4" hose along the...

Also what do the borers do when they come out of the hole? do they fly off or just crawl back in to the hole or find another bit of wood to eat?

Garry

I've just found a board in my Marri solid floor (stuck to concrete) which has wood borers. Small holes with dust mounds on surface... I even caught a live one when it poked its head out. At the...

Finally got delivery of my ctj650 contractor saw. After a few nights putting it together I am very impressed with the overall quality especially considering the price. The saw is really solid, I...

Tony

I got the sherwood from Timbecon, was quite a while ago and only paid $100. I think the ones they sell now (about $240) are a lot flasher with tool activation, probably more power and have...

Tony

Not sure about the Ozito. I think you will be surprised how much you use a shop vac...I got a sherwood one and as well as being hooked up to my router table, I also connect to my 1/3 sheet...

Clive

When you say you've checked for buildup of shavings, did you take the top cover off to look? The only reason I say this that when I first got mine without a dust extractor, apart from...

Clive
I'm no expert but something isn't right and I can't imagine dull blades would cause that. I have the same machine and I've given it a hiding with jarrah and marri boards and the machine has...

I ended up getting a Carbatec CTJ650 contracor saw. Just couldn't justify the extra money for a cabinet saw. (hope I don't regret it down the track) The cheapest Carbatec cabinet saw was over $1500....

Well I'm off to the Perth Woodworking Show tomorrow to buy a Table Saw. Actually got the nod from the wife (I'm sure it will cost me diamonds) so must strike while the irons hot. I'll take the day...

Bit of a sand to get rid of excess glue then put it through the thicknesser. Sanding should be fine though. With a bit of effort to line the boards up there should only be minimal sanding.

I...

Sammii boii
I always use 2 part epoxy (West Systems) when joining boards. If you use PVA etc there will usually be some 'creep' and you will only notice after the job is finished. Not sure of the...

As per posts above in regard to biscuits and clamping....and

I always clamp my boards with the face up and run my finger over joins. If I feel one board slightly higher I give it a tap or whack...

I've always used marine 2 stroke oil in my garden 2 stroke motors (just because i've always got some from the boat)....however I bought an Atom lawn edger recently and the manual specifically said...

Hey Sponelle

I reckon a proper dust extractor (probably 2HP) is essential with one of these type thicknessers. I've got a Jet model with a 2HP Carbatec DE and without the extractor the machine...

Ouch...what could have been.
I almost did the same thing with my Makita drop saw recently...guard didn't retract completely and just nicked my finger nail. I put it down to the fact that I was...

Hi DD

I tried the Cabots on my deck which is mostly undercover and after first winter swapped to Feast and Watson decking oil. Much better product in my view and I just give it a quick coat at...

Hi Peter

I've got a 1040 and the blade that comes with it seems pretty good. I've used it for decks, skirting boards as well as furniture and it always gives a good cut with no tearout in both...

Chris/Wood_wizard

This pic might explain how the attacment is attached to the drill press.

I posted a thread on a setup that I use...may be of interest...

Thought you said you didn't want top of the range:D, nice buy......hmmmmm lets see Ozito benchtop or JET 6", which to buy.

Hi John

For less than $450 you could get a PT161 from Hare and Forbes (probably other equivalents around). IMHO I think you'll find it a lot more robust with a much longer bed and you could put...

I would cut in on bottom edges, then get floor sanded sealed and beading put on and then paint walls.

The walls do get dusty and walls do get scuffed and marked by sanders/finishers. At least if...

I'm ready to put a finish on a marri dining table. Spraying is not an option for me so after reading this and many other posts on wipe on oil/poly mixes Ive decided to go for :
table base 1/3 poly -...

I set mine up about 5 years ago and it is still spot on for alignment. Even after removing the saw for other uses and replacing it again. I'm presuming the current models are still the same design, I...

I've got the 16" Jet thicknesser and it is the best bit of machinery that I have...rest is Hafco, carbatec timbecon etc. For the hobbyist the other stuff is fine but the Jet just seems more solid and...

Thanks

Yes it did dry eventually but took about 3 days...lucky thers no rain. It certainly doesn't need a second coat and has come up good. I'll use a brush or applicator as you suggest next...

Hi guys

I recoated my (mostly undercover) deck yesterday afternoon with Feast and Watson decking oil after cleaning with Feast and Watson Woodclean (left to dry for 2 days).

It's the second...

Thanks guys...drawing probably doesn't indicate but i was going to make the outside mortise longer.

One more thing....I'm presuming I should glue the dowel to the main timber but how do I not get...

From the pictures it looks the same problem I'm having. I tried treating for lawn beetles with no success i.e. none came to surface.

I reckon it's lack of water!! the spots where mine 'browns'...

Yes, I found that if you tried to drill with one side open the chisel would push sideways into the open space and would start scraping against the drill. I wouldn't have thought it was good for the...

I know there has been a lot of negative things said about the drill press mortising attachments, but I'd like to show my setup to show that it is a viable option.

I do use Rockers router motising...

Thought I'd post some pictures of how I ended up doing the legs.

Pic 1 shows the jointer setup with fence at 45, I put a piece of MDF on the face of the fence with double sided tape to give a...

Thanks Wongo, I didn't really want to leave too much gap between the glass...would look a bit ordinary I think. I'm not too woried about the long sides expanding towards the glass as they will be...

Hi Guys

I'm making a top for a dining table at the moment....frame and legs are glued up.

Pic1 below shows the table top I want to make (arrows show grain direction)
Pic2 shows detail of how...

Will do Wongo, I'm making it with Marri with a dark grey glass insert.......and thanks guys for the advice. I guess in the end I didn't take your advice but it is always good to consider...

I was just about to start making the jig that Wongo suggested, when I thought I'd give the method I described earlier a go on a scrap piece.

Set the jointer infeed table 3mm down, set the fence...

Thanks Wongo, great idea. I'll give it a go

Ivan - yes I've got the router but it does mean I have to make yet another jig!!!!

Cheers guys

Thanks guys

Yes I was only going to taper the inside corners (didn't explain very well).

Unfortunately I don't have a bandsaw and only have a Triton tablesaw, so I think the jointer is my...

Hi Guys

I'm just starting to make a Dining table. For the legs (80x80) I wanted to do a splay on the inside edges. The picture might explain. What are your thoughts rather than splaying 2 inside...

I don't know about Rockingham or Monkey Mia for dolphins but the Bunbury ones are pretty good http://dolphins.mysouthwest.com.au/Activities/Interaction%20Zone

Personally I would go to the...

I realise this is an old thread but I just made a mortising jig and need an upcut spiral bit. I will lose 16mm in depth due to the base of the jig, and I'm trying to get 30mm minimum depth for my...

Hi Whiteant
I bought a demo Jet 16" with the motor on top and open stand 12 months ago for $1275.

Fantastic machine...set up perfectly when delivered, doesn't miss a beat with wide jarrah...

Have you tried a product called "brush off" you have to spray it at certain time of year and it doesn't kill them straight, but they don't come back the following year. About $20 for a small bottle...

Now I'm confused...:confused: Could you please expand on how to joint a 200mm face on a 6" jointer by flipping it over. After flipping it how would you keep it flat on the table?

Regards
Garry