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    Any of the Titebond glues will be fine but I'd...

    Any of the Titebond glues will be fine but I'd consider 3 as it has a longer open time. Gives a bit more time to get things in place.
  2. Did it cup when in the clamps or after taking it...

    Did it cup when in the clamps or after taking it out? When clamping panels, it can be useful to put clamps on the bottom and top to act against each other.
    Also, how have you stored the glued boards...
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    What was the outcome? I use a lot of dominos...

    What was the outcome?


    I use a lot of dominos at my school. We make footstools, , desks, chairs, side tables and even a couple of dining tables (and more). Haven't had an issue yet. None of our...
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    My saw blade sharpener had the Carbitool cutter...

    My saw blade sharpener had the Carbitool cutter in stock. Only $30 more than the Carbatec cutter and will do the job nicely.
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    Good advice. Thanks. I'll hold out for a few more...

    Good advice. Thanks. I'll hold out for a few more days and find the Carbitool cutter.
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    Spiral Flush Trim Bits

    I need to buy a flush trim bit for trimming some Victorian Ash long grain and end grain. Anyone tried this Carbatec Spiral Upcut Bit with Dual Bearings - 1/2" Diameter | Carbatec?
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    N.S.W. Hi Chris, If for any reason this falls...

    Hi Chris,

    If for any reason this falls through, I'll take them.

    Lewis
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    Don’t mix up too much at once in a deep container...

    Don’t mix up too much at once in a deep container (of west system). It can starting curing quickly and you’ll soon have a smoking, hot mess. Yep, heat gun or blow torch to pop a few bubbles.
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    I use West System 205/206. Works really well. If...

    I use West System 205/206. Works really well. If I need extra working time, I use 207.
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    SOLD: Sold.

    Sold.
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    SOLD: Sold pending pickup.

    Sold pending pickup.
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    SOLD: Hi Matt, I would accept that. Can you send...

    Hi Matt,

    I would accept that.

    Can you send me a PM with your contact info and I can give you a call.
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    I agree. Thanks, I'll take some measurements on...

    I agree. Thanks, I'll take some measurements on Monday.

    It seems Powermatic have the same part but it wouldn't give me an option to post internationally. I'll source local if I can though.

    I...
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    Sourcing a JET sander part

    I don't know how, but the oil sight glass broke on my schools spindle sander. Bought at the start of last year. It's not even near anywhere that students could touch :?

    Carbatec don't stick JET...
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    SOLD: Hi Brett. I forgot to measure things but the...

    Hi Brett. I forgot to measure things but the closest I can find is this W700 - PS-1810 Panel Saw | Hare & Forbes Machineryhouse from Hare and Forbes. H&F specs are:

    Floor Space Required (W x D x...
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    SOLD: Any interest here? Open to offers.

    Any interest here? Open to offers.
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    SOLD: Yes, there’s a brand new scribing blade still in...

    Yes, there’s a brand new scribing blade still in the bag. I’m assuming it works but I’ve never used that feature of the saw.
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    SOLD: Sliding Table Saw

    For sale is a sliding table saw used in my school workshop for the last 8-9 years. What is in the photos is what's included.


    A variety of accessories
    2x 48t blades
    1x 24t flat top blade
    ...
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    +1 on the Festool rail guide square. It's pricey...

    +1 on the Festool rail guide square. It's pricey for what it does but speeds things up and is accurate.
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    I should rephrase that. I ordered the blades...

    I should rephrase that.

    I ordered the blades not realising they need to be reduced and they came with 30mm to 16mm bushings. I asked my sharpening guy for some good quality blades and that's what...
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    Thanks for the replies. I'm trying to see If what...

    Thanks for the replies. I'm trying to see If what I bought can be used safely before heading to other brands but some of those look like good options. I hadn't heard of Opteco before but they're made...
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    Sawstop users: What blade are you using?

    I just bought a several Opteco blades without thinking there would be any issues and not researching. 5/8th arbor blades don’t seem to be common in Aus. They were supplied with bushings that are...
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    Maybe I'm using it wrong (or the model is...

    Maybe I'm using it wrong (or the model is slightly different - looks the same but different brand) but I never put anything wider than 575mm in the one at work. The paper clamps on the end of the...
  24. Thread: PVA or Epoxy

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    I haven't got any scientific knowledge about this...

    I haven't got any scientific knowledge about this one but generally go for the long open time when gluing. I started a recurve bow build a few years ago and used Techni-glue to do the bent...
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    Are there any maker spaces near you? They might...

    Are there any maker spaces near you? They might provide access to tools and a space to work around when you're available.
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    It's definitely been an interesting one that's...

    It's definitely been an interesting one that's for sure David. There's only so much theory, drawing and CAD work you can get kids to do especially when we should be making stuff. Funnily enough, my...
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    VICTORIA Sorry about that one. Just going by the rules of...

    Sorry about that one. Just going by the rules of the forum. IF (which I don't think it will) it falls through, I'll let you know.

    EDIT: SOLD
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    Sanding Sealer on Vic Ash

    Hi All,

    I'm building a few table tops from victorian ash to be finished with either Feast Watson Wipe on Poly or looking for a quality water based finish that's durable. I bought some Feast Watson...
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    VICTORIA That was quicker than I thought. PM sent to...

    That was quicker than I thought. PM sent to builder. SOLD pending payment & pickup.
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    VICTORIA Gray and Harper Bench Lathe

    Clearing out some gear from my school's workshop. We've had this lathe sitting around for years without use. It works though. Needs a tidy up. Comes with some tooling. 10A plug. Quite heavy. Can...
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    Acoustic or electric? Electric bodies are solid...

    Acoustic or electric? Electric bodies are solid so no problem and acoustics should have a solid piece on the inside where the strap should go.
  32. I find a thick sheet of MDF (or two glued and...

    I find a thick sheet of MDF (or two glued and screwed together) with masonite over the top and edged with hardwood works well. Heavy, durable and quite cheap.
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    I picked up an Axiom for my school's workshop...

    I picked up an Axiom for my school's workshop last year. I had limited experience with CNC machines but after a bunch of research, but it seemed good value for money. It's a tank of a machine. Runs...
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    You could try some screws from underneath to pull...

    You could try some screws from underneath to pull it together. Or maybe park a car on them? You'd need a good amount of weight to make sure there is good contact between the pieces.

    Have you got...
  35. You can buy these here but they're made in the...

    You can buy these here but they're made in the USA. A woodpeckers T-Square has been awesome to use. It's one of those nice to have tools. Definitely not necessary but really handy

    T Square 600mm...
  36. For a jig that will get lots of use, use some...

    For a jig that will get lots of use, use some plywood. I often use cheap radiata ply but occasionally will go for some marine plywood. Bunnings is (sometimes) convenient and a little more expensive....
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    Yeah, I found a bunch of those on eBay that...

    Yeah, I found a bunch of those on eBay that didn't quite look suitable.

    I've figured out a work around for now. A compressor and a venturi. It works quite well.
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    Cheap vacuum pump for veneer bag

    Anyone taken the chance on one of these for a veneer bag pump?

    1.8CFM/3CFM/6CFM/9CFM Refrigeration Vacuum Pump Forming Single-Stage Vacuum | eBay
  39. Looking for someone to resaw some timber - Melbourne

    Short version of the story.

    I work as a D&T teacher. Our bandsaw sucks and I've spent a few hours trying to set it up. I've proposed buying a new one but not sure if admin would go for it.

    Is...
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    I started watching for the clamp. I kept watching...

    I started watching for the clamp. I kept watching for the painting conservation. That's some really interesting and meticulous work.
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    Rob...sorry about the late reply, thanks so much...

    Rob...sorry about the late reply, thanks so much for the info. Lost of things to digest.

    Yes, we're aiming to re-saw our own veneers that are thicker than commercially bought ones. It's turning...
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    VICTORIA Sorry, forgot to update the thread. Sold.

    Sorry, forgot to update the thread.

    Sold.
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    I'm doing a bit of extra research for one of my...

    I'm doing a bit of extra research for one of my Yr12 students as I've never done much with veneers. Because she's set on walnut for the top, we've been looking into ideas for the underside as it...
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    Veneer substrate backing board

    I'm looking into options for a walnut veneered, table top backing board.

    Does the backing board have to be solid timber? I came across this product in the states and searching to see if something...
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    VICTORIA How about $300 posted?

    How about $300 posted?
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    VICTORIA Any interest at $315 including postage?

    Any interest at $315 including postage?
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    VICTORIA $340 including postage in Australia.

    $340 including postage in Australia.
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    VICTORIA Not sure what you're asking in the first point?...

    Not sure what you're asking in the first point? Here's the link to the Veristas and Carbatec site.
    Veritas Tools - Bench Planes - Bevel-Up Smoother Plane
    Veritas(R) Bevel-Up Smoother Plane |...
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    VICTORIA Veritas Bevel Up Smoother Plane.

    For sale is a Veritas Bevel Up Smoother Plane. Bought a few years ago thinking it would become a regular use tool but I used it for 2 jobs and that was it.

    $360 included postage in Australia.
    ...
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    This was with the Raw Osmo? I've done a few...

    This was with the Raw Osmo? I've done a few tables with the satin finish and no problems.
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