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23rd October 2011, 03:21 AM
Thread: Cordless drill/driver advice
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Bunnings in Northland Preston are currently...
Bunnings in Northland Preston are currently selling an 18 volt lithium ion Makita drill/driver which comes with 2 batteries (3.0 AH) and charger for $349. As a bonus, Makita are having a promotional...
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18th August 2011, 12:49 AM
Thread: old style planes
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Graino, Try this website; HAND TOOL...
Graino,
Try this website; HAND TOOL PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA
Someone from HTPAA will be more than happy to assist you with your enquiries.
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27th June 2011, 04:56 AM
Thread: rubbing out a Maloof mix
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You hit the nail on head Pete. When oils are...
You hit the nail on head Pete. When oils are applied they need time to penetrate into the timber then wiped off hard until no oil appears on the cloth. In Sam's book, he says he leaves his brew on...
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27th June 2011, 04:41 AM
Thread: Finishings for rimu wood
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Yep, what NZStu said; A light coat of shellac as...
Yep, what NZStu said; A light coat of shellac as a base sealer, no flooding as this will fill the pores and won't allow the oil to take up, then very lightly sand with 1000 grit only to de-nib...
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27th June 2011, 04:26 AM
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Gooday Edwin, since a light white powder came...
Gooday Edwin,
since a light white powder came off from your sanding after your first coat, it means it had dried well; this is good. However, after you wiped the surface with turps to apply the... -
18th May 2011, 03:07 AM
Thread: Timber ID Please
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Looks like Himalayan Cedar; I had a tree felled...
Looks like Himalayan Cedar; I had a tree felled over a year ago and it looks very identical; bark, color and grain. Since you've picked it up over a year ago, the aroma would've dissipated. If you...
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16th March 2011, 01:21 AM
Thread: tips required for redgum tabletop
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Hello Diana, if you go down the Rustins danish...
Hello Diana,
if you go down the Rustins danish oil path, let the first coat completely dry for 24 hours then very lightly go over the entire surface along the grain with the last grit size paper... -
15th March 2011, 05:53 AM
Thread: A few box's
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Spot on :2tsup::2tsup: I like them all, but the...
Spot on :2tsup::2tsup: I like them all, but the Masur Birch stands out the most. Well done.
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15th March 2011, 05:44 AM
Thread: tips required for redgum tabletop
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Hello Diana, Since you've put all the effort...
Hello Diana,
Since you've put all the effort of sanding to 1200 grit, my suggestion is to use Rustins danish oil, allowing the last coat to cure for at least 1 week and then apply 1 or 2 coats of... -
8th January 2011, 05:42 AM
Thread: problem wood
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G'day Texx, acetone works very well, but...
G'day Texx,
acetone works very well, but you'll need a fair amount and lots of scrubbing with a nylon brush.
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15th December 2010, 12:42 AM
Thread: Must be the time for injuries
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Good news Adam :2tsup: :2tsup:; your therapist is...
Good news Adam :2tsup: :2tsup:; your therapist is now your best friend. Hope your hand isn't swollen.
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10th December 2010, 03:26 AM
Thread: northane 2 pack paint
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northane 2 pack paint
G'day forumites, :)
I'm currently building a bathroom vanity unit with 2 doors and 2 shelves out of MDF/chipboard. My questions are, can I spray the cabinet with the 2 pack finish, let it dry and... -
9th December 2010, 05:23 AM
Thread: Must be the time for injuries
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G'day Adam, good to hear you had no probs with...
G'day Adam,
good to hear you had no probs with stitches. Having a cast for another 4 weeks really doesn't make much difference than not having it, because you wouldn't be able to use your hand.
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3rd December 2010, 01:42 AM
Thread: Must be the time for injuries
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Adam, as far as stitches being brutal I was told...
Adam, as far as stitches being brutal I was told the surgeon used the degradable type and after 3 weeks 7 of them were still there and the therapist said she has to take them out otherwise I would...
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2nd December 2010, 02:34 AM
Thread: Must be the time for injuries
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Nasty :oo: :oo: hope all works out well for you...
Nasty :oo: :oo: hope all works out well for you and be able to have full use again. In the meantime let the body do the work to heal itself and take it easy. It's going to be hard from being active...
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2nd December 2010, 02:16 AM
Thread: My first couple of real bowls.
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Congrats mate; Nice work indeed and the finish is...
Congrats mate; Nice work indeed and the finish is top shelf :2tsup: :2tsup:
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2nd December 2010, 12:36 AM
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GORE WARNING G'day Ern, every time I go in to see the hand...
G'day Ern,
every time I go in to see the hand therapist I am very very tempted to get mischievous but always hold back because when she has a hold on me she knows exactly where it hurts the most.... -
1st December 2010, 04:03 AM
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GORE WARNING Ian, I don't intend to put you off in any way,...
Ian, I don't intend to put you off in any way, but I will say that nerves take a very long time to heal; nobody can say exactly how long. I'm just on 5 months now since my accident, and building...
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30th November 2010, 03:09 AM
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G'day Vern, Just read this post and thought...
G'day Vern,
Just read this post and thought you could also go to officeworks and pick up those plastic A4 binders and use the front and back covers. See below
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27th November 2010, 07:35 PM
Thread: which window sash timber?
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If I was in your position having all the...
If I was in your position having all the machinery to straighten out and dress the timbers all round, I'd go to a demolition yard and select framing timbers salvaged from old homes. They're...
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27th November 2010, 05:02 AM
Thread: Today Is The Day
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Glad to hear good news...your recovery will take...
Glad to hear good news...your recovery will take some time and therapists will guide you all the way. Nerves take time to heal. Take it easy, don't push things and most importantly listen to your...
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22nd November 2010, 08:14 PM
Thread: 2 more bowls (coolabah burl)
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Good work; the bark inclusion adds interest...
Good work; the bark inclusion adds interest :2tsup: :2tsup:
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22nd November 2010, 08:11 PM
Thread: lidded pumpkin???
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Looking good; nice finish :2tsup: :2tsup: ...
Looking good; nice finish :2tsup: :2tsup:
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19th November 2010, 05:05 AM
Thread: My finger
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Ian, it's a slow recovery given that sensitivity...
Ian, it's a slow recovery given that sensitivity is the main hurdle to overcome, so it'll be some time before you go back to the shed. I've been out for over 4 months now and still cannot grip well....
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15th November 2010, 04:57 PM
Thread: My finger
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That's not good at all; after seeing your pic I...
That's not good at all; after seeing your pic I had a flashback of my injury from a few months ago, but I've learnt to handle the situation from the therapy team.
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14th November 2010, 10:11 PM
Thread: My finger
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Thanks mate. Initially it didn't hurt any more...
Thanks mate. Initially it didn't hurt any more than a slight bump; but 2 minutes later all hell broke loose, big time. Can't compare one injury to another, they're all different but pain is pain and...
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14th November 2010, 09:49 PM
Thread: My finger
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Thanks mate, it's going to take some time before...
Thanks mate, it's going to take some time before I'll be able to take up anything wood and tools again. It's incredibly frustrating that such an accident sets you back so much; the mind wants to go...
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14th November 2010, 05:21 PM
Thread: My finger
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Thanks Ern, I'm getting better in baby steps. ...
Thanks Ern, I'm getting better in baby steps.
The accident occured at the thickness/planer. Wasn't focused entirely on what I was doing and de-gloved and pulverised right index finger which had to... -
14th November 2010, 04:03 AM
Thread: My finger
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Ian, get well soon mate and take small steps at a...
Ian, get well soon mate and take small steps at a time. I know I've been there and currently undergoing therapy. :)
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17th September 2010, 02:46 AM
Thread: WA Goldfields burls
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Nice work there Willy :2tsup:...those burls will...
Nice work there Willy :2tsup:...those burls will keep you busy and the end result is worth all the effort. BTW, what type of high water pressure machine do you use to wash the burls (remove the...
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1st September 2010, 05:34 AM
Thread: My first bowl
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Good work Nai :2tsup:...you never forget the...
Good work Nai :2tsup:...you never forget the first one.
Welcome to the addiction and look forward to see more of your work. :)
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24th August 2010, 05:35 AM
Thread: Jarrah subsitutes????
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For outdoor use, something light and reasonably...
For outdoor use, something light and reasonably durable, you could try red meranti; but don't expect character as you described. It is commonly used for window sills, door/window frames and as...
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19th August 2010, 05:33 AM
Thread: West Australian Gold Fields Burl
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You guys are blessed in the west :) Good find...
You guys are blessed in the west :)
Good find Willy :2tsup:...Nice work; the finish is superb with these type of burls due to the density. If you think red salmon is hard, try york gum; 90% is... -
18th August 2010, 04:31 AM
Thread: Laminating Tas. Oak flooring to ply
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Gooday Ian, I use Kleiberit 303 single pack...
Gooday Ian,
I use Kleiberit 303 single pack PVA for all woodworking. Below is the address of Kleiberit;
Australia
Kleiberit Adhesives Australia
PO Box 226
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12th August 2010, 06:47 AM
Thread: Bostik Ultraset in Melbourne
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Mahoneys Timber situated at Mahoneys Rd....
Mahoneys Timber situated at Mahoneys Rd. Campbellfield just past the Pipeworks market. You'll definitely pay much less $11 per sausage. Bunnings charge like a wounded bull for specialist glues and...
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12th August 2010, 06:38 AM
Thread: Laminating Tas. Oak flooring to ply
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Since you are using the timber for furniture, I...
Since you are using the timber for furniture, I strongly advise you not to use any glue used for flooring. The glue is Bostik Ultraset, not Ultrafix. Flooring glues when dry and set are flexible to...
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23rd February 2010, 02:49 AM
Thread: Turned my hand to tablelamps.
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They look good on those small tables, not too...
They look good on those small tables, not too plain and not too elegant. Nice form, clean and simple. Well done :2tsup: :2tsup:
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20th February 2010, 08:49 PM
Thread: 50 years ago yesterday
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Thanks Robin; great video and the bowls are...
Thanks Robin; great video and the bowls are stunning. Who needs sandpaper when the figure jumps out at you.
Good see how turners of yesteryear practiced their craft. Great work; clean and simple.
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20th February 2010, 04:06 PM
Thread: HELP! lawn mower doesn't stop
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Thanks for the quick replies...I'll have a look...
Thanks for the quick replies...I'll have a look at the things you all mentioned and fiddle around a bit.
BTW Ern I like your advise "Don't mow the lawn" LOL and :rofl:
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20th February 2010, 01:26 PM
Thread: HELP! lawn mower doesn't stop
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HELP! lawn mower doesn't stop
Gooday forumites,
I mowed my fathers lawn the other day using his Victa VJ165A1 mower and when I finished, that is moved the lever to stop the engine, the engine kept running at full throttle and... -
27th January 2010, 05:31 AM
Thread: Belt or 1/3 Sheet Sander
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Exactly what Cruzi said...you can also use wood...
Exactly what Cruzi said...you can also use wood wipe oil from the organoil company. It is generally used periodically to rejuvinate oiled surfaces that have gone dull, but can be used as a finishing...
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26th January 2010, 05:22 AM
Thread: decent sized bowl blank
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Imagine shellawaxing something that size.....:oo:...
Imagine shellawaxing something that size.....:oo:
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20th January 2010, 04:46 AM
Thread: G'day from Thornbury, VIC
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Gooday Simon, I'm not far from you in Preston...
Gooday Simon, I'm not far from you in Preston close to Ern.
Have fun with your new project.
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6th January 2010, 04:33 AM
Thread: Sturdee’s Turning Workshop.
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Very neat setup Pete :2tsup:....very comfortable...
Very neat setup Pete :2tsup:....very comfortable surrounds to work in.
I've just finished re-organising everything in my garage and what a huge difference it has made...no more clutter, more room... -
5th January 2010, 04:25 AM
Thread: Gotta Raise My Prices!!!
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A log block with a dugout....hmmmmmm. It's going...
A log block with a dugout....hmmmmmm. It's going to crack for sure.
Is this artistic or is it his first attempt? I know, very minimalist....he's dreaming.
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5th January 2010, 03:40 AM
Thread: Rsser's accident.
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Good to hear you're alright Ern. Hope your wrist...
Good to hear you're alright Ern. Hope your wrist mends well soon.
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2nd January 2010, 05:26 AM
Thread: Red gum slab coffee table finish
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What wheelin said.....in my backyard, I've used...
What wheelin said.....in my backyard, I've used all of the above and much prefer rustins danish oil as it brings out the color and grain of redgum and also very easy to apply. With 4 coats you...
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2nd January 2010, 05:14 AM
Thread: Turnings from my workshop
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Best looking fire wood I've ever seen....:wink: ...
Best looking fire wood I've ever seen....:wink:
Nice work :2tsup: :2tsup: :2tsup:
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31st December 2009, 02:46 AM
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Nice work mate....the spalting adds to it....
Nice work mate....the spalting adds to it. :2tsup:
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30th December 2009, 06:23 AM
Thread: The pot plant saucer
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Nice design Jim; your work stood the test of...
Nice design Jim; your work stood the test of time.
Some people for some reason misuse handcrafted items, like those that use small red mallee and coolabah burl turnings as ash trays believe it or...