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5th July 2017, 11:18 AM
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A UPS is a real good idea. I can get about half...
A UPS is a real good idea. I can get about half an hour with my entire network although my notebook battery needs replacing now. It is easy to replace the UPS battery with a larger one such as a car...
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4th July 2017, 10:43 PM
Thread: SB's Block in Tasmania Build
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I would eventually like to have an off grid solar...
I would eventually like to have an off grid solar system and 3 phase would be nice, but in the meantime I have a 7.5hp 3ph metal lathe running on a VFD at 240v. I generally only see 4-6 Amps...
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4th July 2017, 09:05 PM
Thread: SB's Block in Tasmania Build
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Why not 3 phase? Dean
Why not 3 phase?
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21st June 2017, 07:21 PM
Thread: One week after lung surgery.
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Oops, my bad. I have also copped a bit from the...
Oops, my bad. I have also copped a bit from the same person.
I only had a biopsy, but it was a major op. One of the specialists told me it would probably be just keyhole surgery and nothing to... -
21st June 2017, 01:02 PM
Thread: One week after lung surgery.
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Good to hear Sacc. Not helped by being abused...
Good to hear Sacc. Not helped by being abused online hey?
I did a lot of walking while still in the hospital from the 5th day. I was walking pretty good within a couple of days. Most of the... -
13th June 2017, 12:15 PM
Thread: One week after lung surgery.
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I've still got a big hook screwed into the...
I've still got a big hook screwed into the ceiling above the bed for a strap so I could lift myself with my right arm. The incision was under my left shoulder so that arm was not much good.
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12th June 2017, 08:54 PM
Thread: One week after lung surgery.
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Hi Sacc, Best wishes. I know what you are...
Hi Sacc,
Best wishes. I know what you are going thru. I have had a lung biopsy. High as a kite for a week (not enough tho according to the staff) and in agony, then they wanted me to cough. What... -
25th February 2017, 10:16 PM
Thread: SB's Block in Tasmania Build
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Regarding the photos not uploading in the correct...
Regarding the photos not uploading in the correct orientation, I suspect it has something to do with Auto Rotation. Turn this off or maybe just take pictures with the I Thingy held in its normal...
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23rd June 2016, 11:18 AM
Thread: Universal Bandsaw Questions
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I finished reassembling the bandsaw yesterday. I...
I finished reassembling the bandsaw yesterday. I reset the tracking and guides as per the directions from Alex Snodgrass. The table was then not square to the blade, which I fixed. It is ready to...
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17th June 2016, 11:35 AM
Thread: Universal Bandsaw Questions
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Update. The metric bolts/nuts I found were not...
Update. The metric bolts/nuts I found were not actually metric, it is just that metric spanners/sockets were the only ones that would fit. Most of the bolts on this saw are like that. 12mm...
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11th June 2016, 10:26 PM
Thread: Universal Bandsaw Questions
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Do you think so? Hmm. :rolleyes: These are the...
Do you think so? Hmm. :rolleyes:
These are the only bits of 100mm square plate I have. I could cut out some thinner stuff, but why bother when they are the perfect size already. They are exactly... -
10th June 2016, 07:06 PM
Thread: Universal Bandsaw Questions
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I have watched a couple of YouTube videos now....
I have watched a couple of YouTube videos now. There were mixed feelings about how good the result was tho. I think it would be about how well it was done. 6 inch seems to be common. US of course. A...
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9th June 2016, 01:35 PM
Thread: Universal Bandsaw Questions
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Thanks for that info. I have just been looking...
Thanks for that info. I have just been looking for information and saw a couple of mentions of Mathius on other sites. I have looked at his site a number of times before. Great stuff.
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7th June 2016, 10:55 PM
Thread: Universal Bandsaw Questions
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Universal Bandsaw Questions
I have just bought a secondhand Universal 14" bandsaw. Written on the top cover in texta is the blade size 2340 - 2360. I have done some measurements and extended that range somewhat. 2315 - 2385mm...
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27th August 2015, 11:53 AM
Thread: Your latest project
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Did you leave the tool slot blind for a reason....
Did you leave the tool slot blind for a reason. The one I have (Eccentric Eng) is open which allows the tool steel to hang below, so it can be any length, almost. It is also a safety measure. If you...
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24th August 2015, 07:33 PM
Thread: Extracting wooden fence posts
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That sounds like a real bummer. They are not...
That sounds like a real bummer. They are not cheap items. The one I have is not mine. It is my brother's. He decided I need it more than he does, or something. He did take the snatch block with him...
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24th August 2015, 07:17 PM
Thread: DIY Run flat trolley wheels.
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Mousse could leak out. :rolleyes: Dean
Mousse could leak out. :rolleyes:
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23rd August 2015, 08:10 PM
Thread: DIY Run flat trolley wheels.
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The ones I have seen are solid rubber like a lot...
The ones I have seen are solid rubber like a lot of fork lift tyres.
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23rd August 2015, 08:00 PM
Thread: Extracting wooden fence posts
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A couple of pictures. ...
A couple of pictures.
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The A-Frame trying to pull a bit of stainless pipe off the ground. Note that there are 2 wraps of chain around the pipe. This is essential... -
23rd August 2015, 11:56 AM
Thread: Washing machine pump as a coolant pump
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My experience is that windscreen washer pumps are...
My experience is that windscreen washer pumps are designed for very short runs only. I have a pond pump on my band saw. Has been running for a couple of years. It has only had one cleanout when I...
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23rd August 2015, 11:37 AM
Thread: Extracting wooden fence posts
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Ok. Will get some today. It is not pretty, but...
Ok. Will get some today. It is not pretty, but does the job and comes apart for storage very easily.
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22nd August 2015, 08:31 PM
Thread: Extracting wooden fence posts
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Photo of what? Dean
Photo of what?
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22nd August 2015, 12:03 AM
Thread: Extracting wooden fence posts
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This is my recommendation, along with I have...
This is my recommendation, along with
I have a large lever type 4WD winch. I have used this winch to pull out redgum posts that are over 18in in diameter, tapered outwards underground and 3ft... -
15th August 2015, 11:01 AM
Thread: Ball Bearing Collet Nuts
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Hi, Thanks for the link. I will have a good...
Hi,
Thanks for the link. I will have a good read of it tonight, I hope. Now I have to go and do some work. We have a guy coming to pick up our bull. We are changing breeds. I will miss him. I hope... -
13th August 2015, 10:08 PM
Thread: Huanyang 24v line and tachometer
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I have fitted a multiturn pot so you don't notice...
I have fitted a multiturn pot so you don't notice what isn't being used. It also allows you to work out settings for different speeds. You can put up a chart and just crank the dial to the right...
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12th August 2015, 11:02 PM
Thread: Ball Bearing Collet Nuts
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Thanks for your input. I will hold off on the...
Thanks for your input. I will hold off on the collet nuts then. I seem to have compiled quite a list. I am about to add it all up. I am sure I will be happy with them.
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12th August 2015, 09:59 PM
Thread: DIY Run flat trolley wheels.
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I recently bought some PU filled wheels as I am...
I recently bought some PU filled wheels as I am getting tired of replacing or repairing tubes that are allowed to run flat by "you know who".
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12th August 2015, 09:45 PM
Thread: Ball Bearing Collet Nuts
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Ball Bearing Collet Nuts
I recently received a "Buyer's Guide" from Ausee. It has Collet Nuts with Ball Bearings in it. What is the advantage of these. I am thinking of getting ER40 hex and square collet blocks. These are...
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10th August 2015, 06:10 PM
Thread: More YouTube Video's
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Thanks for your reply Rod. I have watched a few...
Thanks for your reply Rod. I have watched a few of Bruce's videos and I am planning on watching more. I have been trying to find other YouTubers that are not American. There are some great videos put...
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9th August 2015, 10:10 PM
Thread: More YouTube Video's
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Would anyone like to make a guess as to the...
Would anyone like to make a guess as to the modern day equivalent replacement value of the machine and tooling?
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9th August 2015, 09:57 PM
Thread: More YouTube Video's
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More YouTube Video's
An interesting find considering the 2 current threads about the loss of Australian Industry and a nice machine to look at.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OvyUVyU8wQ
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8th August 2015, 01:15 AM
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There used to be a blue range of Ryobi tools....
There used to be a blue range of Ryobi tools. Better quality. My angle grinder was one. I also have a blue Ryobi corded drill that will tear your arm off before stopping. It has also done a huge...
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7th August 2015, 05:39 PM
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True. They are a low risk purchase. I also have 2...
True. They are a low risk purchase. I also have 2 identical 18v GMC cordless drills. One has been given a beating for many years. The other was bought real cheap in a runout sale as I was so pleased...
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7th August 2015, 02:26 PM
Thread: How to modify fishing reel
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Is the shaft on the handle square? If so that...
Is the shaft on the handle square?
If so that could be extended and utilised for the drive.
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7th August 2015, 01:52 PM
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What do you do when it wears out? My first...
What do you do when it wears out?
My first good(?) angle grinder was a 125mm Ryobi. It was about the only affordable one around that had some decent power at the time. It got hammered for many... -
1st August 2015, 10:43 PM
Thread: Babbit bearing job U tube
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Keith Rucker also shows babbitt pouring. ...
Keith Rucker also shows babbitt pouring.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4v2ivoLkxVw
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1st August 2015, 10:38 PM
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Some time back I fitted my mill drill chuck to...
Some time back I fitted my mill drill chuck to the lathe tailstock by mistake and had to remove it in a similar manner. Afterwards I realised that I may want to fit other mill tooling in the...
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31st July 2015, 11:15 PM
Thread: Poor Mans DRO
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Does it matter? I don't know.:? But it seemed...
Does it matter? I don't know.:? But it seemed like a good idea at the time.:2tsup:
I have made all the DRO units run the same way as the hand wheel scales.
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30th July 2015, 07:07 PM
Thread: Welder Capacity at Lower End
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Thanks for the offer. I will think about it. How...
Thanks for the offer. I will think about it. How much of a hurry are you in?
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29th July 2015, 07:17 PM
Thread: Is there someone out there
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Not to mention his safety gloves. They should...
Not to mention his safety gloves. They should protect him.:2tsup:
I've seen this video before too. Must be winter time or something.:rolleyes:
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28th July 2015, 08:09 PM
Thread: Welder Capacity at Lower End
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Strange that because I did a quick search before...
Strange that because I did a quick search before typing that post and found
Confusing what?
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28th July 2015, 02:10 PM
Thread: Is there someone out there
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I have never had anything to do with cutting...
I have never had anything to do with cutting Jarrah. How does it compare with Red Gum? What do you regard as "a small petrol motor"? I would be thinking about the shaft of that small petrol motor and...
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28th July 2015, 01:47 PM
Thread: Welder Capacity at Lower End
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It is a tiny regulator and uses 3mm poly pipe to...
It is a tiny regulator and uses 3mm poly pipe to connect to the welder. Having said that I have no idea what the flow rate was. This tiny regulator has no gauges. I am just trying to decide where to...
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28th July 2015, 12:51 PM
Thread: Poor Mans DRO
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Thanks Vernon. That is what I thought was the...
Thanks Vernon. That is what I thought was the case. Seemed strange to reverse it, looked strange, but cannot be seen now the cover is on. All good.:2tsup:
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27th July 2015, 10:23 PM
Thread: Welder Capacity at Lower End
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Almost. It was on a bit of a lean, but not enough...
Almost. It was on a bit of a lean, but not enough to allow the liquid reach the top.
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27th July 2015, 08:38 PM
Thread: Welder Capacity at Lower End
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Maybe being outside does make a difference. ...
Maybe being outside does make a difference.
Here is the result of my attempts today.
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27th July 2015, 11:41 AM
Thread: Your latest project
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Would it still ignite? I am planning on testing a...
Would it still ignite? I am planning on testing a sample to see at some stage. There is about 90l at a rough guess. That would be fun in a basement.
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26th July 2015, 11:32 PM
Thread: Welder Capacity at Lower End
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I will have a go with gas tomorrow. When I tried...
I will have a go with gas tomorrow. When I tried it before I did not have 0.6mm tips for the 0.6mm wire which is what came with my first mig welder. I have some 0.6mm tips now. I was outside the shed...
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26th July 2015, 11:09 PM
Thread: Making a motorised sieve/vibrator
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Cartridge cleaners use an offset weight on the...
Cartridge cleaners use an offset weight on the motor shaft to provide the vibration. The container and motor is mounted on springs.
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26th July 2015, 11:05 PM
Thread: Brass Oiler... Will this work?
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Often used for shearing combs and cutters. Maybe...
Often used for shearing combs and cutters. Maybe the limited orifice prevents them from moving too far. I have used them. I think the metal may be springy.
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