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24th December 2023, 08:25 PM
Thread: Christmas Toy for a little boy
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That looks too nice for a toy. I bet Papa and...
That looks too nice for a toy.
I bet Papa and Handy enjoyed making it.
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10th December 2023, 08:17 PM
Thread: Door triming and installation
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If I was asked to install this door, I would be...
If I was asked to install this door, I would be confident in trimming 7mm off each side. Might be different with a hollow door as there is less for the hinge screws to grip.
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25th November 2023, 08:36 PM
Thread: fitting dowels on slight angle
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If you have a drill press, you might be able to...
If you have a drill press, you might be able to tilt the table to your required angle. Then all your holes will be the same.
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24th November 2023, 09:11 PM
Thread: Ahhhhh The Wisdom of the Ages........
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Amen.
Amen.
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24th November 2023, 08:31 PM
Thread: Flex hose - reputable brands??
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It does happen that these flexible hoses burst....
It does happen that these flexible hoses burst. The resultant damage can be quiet extensive if it is not quickly noticed and the water turned off.
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24th November 2023, 08:30 PM
Thread: Flex Connectors A timely reminder
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It does happen that these flexible hoses burst....
It does happen that these flexible hoses burst. The resultant damage can be quiet extensive if it is not quickly noticed and the water turned off.
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7th November 2023, 08:42 PM
Thread: Festool sysport 1000/2
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WITHDRAWN: Pity you are not near Melbourne. Probably not...
Pity you are not near Melbourne.
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16th October 2023, 08:16 PM
Thread: There's a moose loose in the hoose
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Try using steel wool to fill any gaps.
Try using steel wool to fill any gaps.
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15th October 2023, 07:52 PM
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HEADS UP Ford Flathead Festival, Melbourne. Sunday 22-October-2023
Ford Flat Head festival at Melbourne Steam Traction Engine Club, 1200 Ferntree Gully Road, Scoresby. Next to Eastlink.
Sunday 22nd October, 2023. 10am - 3pm.
Parking available on site.
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12th October 2023, 09:00 PM
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Contractor at work was looking for a bracket...
Contractor at work was looking for a bracket (double bracket for blinds). He was going through 600 litre bins. :oo: I think he only had a dozen of them.
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12th October 2023, 08:55 PM
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Ivan, what sort of information do you need to...
Ivan, what sort of information do you need to learn.
Do you have a router, or are you looking to buy?
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12th October 2023, 08:46 PM
Thread: Confined Space. Close-up failure!
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I was looking at the coil and fan of a ducted air...
I was looking at the coil and fan of a ducted air con system. When it was time to pack up, I had a screwdriver I did not start with. :)
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12th September 2023, 08:54 PM
Thread: Changing A Screen Door Lock
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If you do not have a key, and want to replace the...
If you do not have a key, and want to replace the cylinder, unscrew and remove the handles. Then using a pair of multi grips, hold the cylinder and twist until the cylinder breaks and can be removed....
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18th August 2023, 10:14 PM
Thread: Magic Trick
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Just as well its a baker and not a chef with a...
Just as well its a baker and not a chef with a few knives.
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18th August 2023, 09:47 PM
Thread: Clamp circular clip - need replacement
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In the 80's I had one break/disappear on my car....
In the 80's I had one break/disappear on my car. Because it was on the clutch cable the little 20cent part disabled the vehicle.
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18th August 2023, 09:38 PM
Thread: Screen door lock
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First time I replaced the screen door lock, I...
First time I replaced the screen door lock, I went back to the locksmith twice!
Having done it countless times since, it is fairly easy. Make sure you have the key, set the bolt in the closed... -
Really happy that Josh loved the race car. Like...
Really happy that Josh loved the race car.
Like a lot of things that evolve Indy and F1 can be two different beasts that change every year. Changes are made for various reasons including safety and... -
6th August 2023, 07:00 PM
Thread: LED globe lifespan
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Place where I work has many fittings which take...
Place where I work has many fittings which take the four pin compact fluros. Buildings were constructed or rebuilt in the period of 2007-2010. Just another different globe to try and keep a stock of.
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20th July 2023, 10:23 PM
Thread: what colour is earth? is it brown??
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If there is no earth it could be a matter of life...
If there is no earth it could be a matter of life or death!
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20th July 2023, 10:18 PM
Thread: Pine, do I need to paint it all?
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My suggestion would be to paint all surfaces if...
My suggestion would be to paint all surfaces if possible, more so if it is to be exposed to moisture or weather.
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17th June 2023, 11:07 PM
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:2tsup: What a wonderful tribute to Les Rolls. ...
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What a wonderful tribute to Les Rolls.
Another first class model from a master craftsman. -
17th June 2023, 11:00 PM
Thread: Attention Collectors
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FREE: VIC Some times it is hard to know what to do with old...
Some times it is hard to know what to do with old tools.
These are from an estate. I have no need for them and do not know the best way to dispose of them. Hopefully will be able to sell them to a... -
17th June 2023, 10:26 PM
Thread: Getting a key for a screen door
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Looking at the handle, I would say that there is...
Looking at the handle, I would say that there is a broken spring in the plates. It might be time to buy a new lock.
Just a moment... or Just a moment...
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28th May 2023, 07:19 PM
Thread: Too many new posts
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At times it could be a week between visits and I...
At times it could be a week between visits and I know there will be posts I have missed. The new posts can be over three or four pages, but I find it is a way to stay up to date.
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28th May 2023, 07:12 PM
Thread: Electric Drill
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Since my original post I have found what I...
Since my original post I have found what I believe are the missing parts for the saw attachment, albeit with some screws missing.
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28th May 2023, 07:10 PM
Thread: Electric Drill
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I took one look at this one and it failed the...
I took one look at this one and it failed the electrical safety test.
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28th May 2023, 03:14 PM
Thread: Stanely 102 Block Plane
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Stanely 102 Block Plane
I am dealing with a deceased estate and have come across a Stanley 102 block plane. Not sure of its age, but probably bought in the 1950's or early 1960's. As you can see comes in original box.
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28th May 2023, 03:07 PM
Thread: Electric Drill
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Electric Drill
I am dealing with a deceased estate and have come across this.
An electric Black and Decker 3/8 Drill, type N2. Comes in red metal case with chuck key, side knob and a few accessories including... -
25th May 2023, 09:03 PM
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Of coarse it is clean. Just come out of the works...
Of coarse it is clean. Just come out of the works and paint shop.
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25th May 2023, 08:54 PM
Thread: The other Renovate Forum is NOW CLOSED!
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I was a frequent visitor to Renovateforum. Over...
I was a frequent visitor to Renovateforum. Over the last few years my visits became more infrequent.
There was at least one thread I posted where the replies were not appropriate or helpful. There... -
22nd May 2023, 09:14 PM
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Well done. Another one for the collection....
Well done. Another one for the collection.
Perhaps you need to build a Y class steam engine to go with it. Most of the Y class steam engines were manufactured in 1889 by Phoenix Foundry in Ballarat. -
23rd April 2023, 09:38 PM
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I think CKD stands for knock down kit. In the...
I think CKD stands for knock down kit.
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1st April 2023, 10:09 PM
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This is interesting reading. It also indicates...
This is interesting reading. It also indicates how effective fire sprinklers can be in containing a fire.
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21st March 2023, 09:23 PM
Thread: Marriage Jokes
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The three rings.
The Engagement ring.
The Wedding ring.
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15th March 2023, 07:18 PM
Thread: Anyone pulled a piano apart
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About 5 years ago we were able to get rid of our...
About 5 years ago we were able to get rid of our no longer used piano. I think we were paid a couple of hundred dollars. I thought we would need to pay to get rid of it.
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15th March 2023, 06:44 PM
Thread: Cheap Festo Jigsaw
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Cheap Festo Jigsaw
Condition unknown, looks to have a broken blade. At under $50 (pickup Burwood East, Vic) this could be a real bargain if it runs and the blade can be changed.
Festo Ps1e | 028700205674 | Cash... -
30th January 2023, 08:27 PM
Thread: tiny font arghhhh
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FenceFurniture its not the size of your font but...
FenceFurniture its not the size of your font but the color.
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21st January 2023, 10:07 PM
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To attach the acrylic to glass I first cleaned...
To attach the acrylic to glass I first cleaned the surfaces with acetone.
Next I used a high strength Araldite like this. Selleys 24ml Araldite Super Strength Epoxy Glue - Bunnings Australia
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15th January 2023, 08:48 PM
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That is basically what I did making a couple of...
That is basically what I did making a couple of handles for a frameless window sash.
I actually cut about 4 pieces so I could experiment on them and just used two. Sticking the acrylic to glass is... -
27th December 2022, 05:11 PM
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Ask for advice where you get it serviced.
Ask for advice where you get it serviced.
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15th December 2022, 08:46 PM
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Looks great. I could just see the sleigh filled...
Looks great.
I could just see the sleigh filled with yummy goodies.
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3rd December 2022, 06:42 PM
Thread: Christmas 2022 prize draw # 136
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NEW INFO I'm in.
I'm in.
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24th November 2022, 08:34 PM
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Keith, your work is amazing. :2tsup:
Keith, your work is amazing. :2tsup:
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24th November 2022, 08:32 PM
Thread: Routr table fence,
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WANTED:QLD. I made a fence just using information off the...
I made a fence just using information off the internet. Type "router fence" into your search. Here is one sample, although the site comes up as 'Not secure'.
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24th November 2022, 08:13 PM
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Being that you want to cut in a corner, if it is...
Being that you want to cut in a corner, if it is a timber framed wall you might be (un)lucky and find a metal brace.
Recently I was hanging some art work for someone and twice I found the metal... -
16th November 2022, 09:14 PM
Thread: DOORS, This is my first post.
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Welcome to the forum. There are doors and then...
Welcome to the forum.
There are doors and then there are doors. Once you start working on them, be it fitting, repairing, installing locks or tightening loose screw you learn how different doors can... -
16th November 2022, 08:59 PM
Thread: Oct/Nov PRIZE DRAW #135
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DRAWN & CLAIMED Congratulations to the winners. Thank You to...
Congratulations to the winners.
Thank You to Neil for organizing the prize draw and Tom for the prizes. -
10th November 2022, 08:19 PM
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HEADS UP I had a couple of hours to spare and managed to...
I had a couple of hours to spare and managed to get to the site. Weather was very nice, not too hot or cold. Not too windy and no rain.
Very disappointed that I was asked to pay $5 to look at the... -
3rd November 2022, 09:55 PM
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HEADS UP Hand Tool Preservation Society display - Victoria
Sunday 6 th November the Hand Tool Preservation Society is having a display and swap meet at the grounds of the Melbourne Steam Traction Engine Club 1200 Ferntree Gully Road, Scoresby. (This is next...
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1st November 2022, 09:04 PM
Thread: Metalwork Forum a Waste of Time
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I for one do appreciate the links. While I do not...
I for one do appreciate the links. While I do not look at Metalwork Forums verbatim, there is the odd post in the 'New Posts' that I will look at. Might only be one or two a week and the links work...