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8th March 2024, 02:51 PM
Thread: Rusted Metal Garden Bed edging
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Dont know about the particular green shed stuff...
Dont know about the particular green shed stuff but quality steel edging will be made out of Corten Steel
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4th March 2024, 06:47 PM
Thread: Quick Release Bench Vice Problem
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Yours appears to be a close copy of a Record...
Yours appears to be a close copy of a Record No.52
It uses the spiral spring but no sign of the castellated device.
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28th February 2024, 05:57 PM
Thread: Car filler or putty for glazing sashes.
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Never tried it for that purpose but have glazed...
Never tried it for that purpose but have glazed plenty of windows with linseed putty.
Just wondering what problem or issue you are looking to solve?
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15th February 2024, 07:50 PM
Thread: Fan Question
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Flow should be through the case, usual is in at...
Flow should be through the case, usual is in at the front and out at the back.
Unless you are building an extreme unit with multiple CPU's, graphics cards and large amounts of ram a single fan front... -
13th February 2024, 05:29 PM
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Make sure any stops at the top have been wound...
Make sure any stops at the top have been wound down, door should lift up and inwards.
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6th February 2024, 05:47 PM
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Have a read of the rules for the market place...
Have a read of the rules for the market place
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27th January 2024, 09:36 AM
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Yes a bandsaw can be used to make veneer....
Yes a bandsaw can be used to make veneer.
https://timothycoleman.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Bandsaw-Your-Own-Veneer.pdf
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17th January 2024, 10:43 PM
Thread: Door seal problems.
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Have you looked at the seals that have a stop on...
Have you looked at the seals that have a stop on the door jamb that push them down into the closed position, and lift as the door opens?
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12th January 2024, 06:42 PM
Thread: Old air compressor silencer
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Maybe try a cheaper version and see if there is...
Maybe try a cheaper version and see if there is significant improvement first ?...
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11th January 2024, 07:17 PM
Thread: LED lights dull?
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It may be possible to replace the LED’s but first...
It may be possible to replace the LED’s but first of all you need to identify the device itself rather than the plastic lens in front of it.
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6th January 2024, 12:40 PM
Thread: Restoring/Repairing Window Frame
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My goto paint is Dulux, have tried many other...
My goto paint is Dulux, have tried many other brands but have not been impressed. Others have their favourite but with paint it appears YMMV.
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4th January 2024, 11:23 AM
Thread: Restoring/Repairing Window Frame
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Frames look in good condition compared to some I...
Frames look in good condition compared to some I have repaired in the past.
Sand and clean the glass rebates of any old putty or sealant.
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4th January 2024, 10:50 AM
Thread: Mohair window seals
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Is it the same stuff as car windows ? It is...
Is it the same stuff as car windows ?
It is called Bailey channel available at auto restoration supply or Clark Rubber.
Bailey Channel Rubber | Clark Rubber
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1st January 2024, 11:28 PM
Thread: Repairing rotten windows
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Without first hand examination it’s impossible to...
Without first hand examination it’s impossible to say, but may be possible depending on construction.
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1st January 2024, 08:01 PM
Thread: Repairing rotten windows
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Sorry to say but it looks like it has gone too...
Sorry to say but it looks like it has gone too far and complete replacement of the bottom sill is the only option in my opinion.
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19th December 2023, 04:43 PM
Thread: 'Lectricity and black magic
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Ah so already repaired looking for option for...
Ah so already repaired looking for option for prevention of future occurrence.
Even switching the equipment off at the outlet is often only disconnecting the active, unless you have specific... -
18th December 2023, 05:09 PM
Thread: 'Lectricity and black magic
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From a quick google it appears the lathe is...
From a quick google it appears the lathe is powered by a Striatech digital variable reluctance motor and looks to use a solid state controller.
One common issue with solid state controllers is... -
16th December 2023, 10:43 AM
Thread: Possible failed capacitor?
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Something about the rating does not sound right...
Something about the rating does not sound right to me given that it is on a 240v motor.
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15th December 2023, 06:48 PM
Thread: Possible failed capacitor?
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Not sure where in Brisbane your located but have...
Not sure where in Brisbane your located but have you tried a Jaycar store ?
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14th December 2023, 04:47 PM
Thread: Why can't I stain timber black?
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Post 3 ?? And from Feast Watsons website
Post 3 ??
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10th December 2023, 01:37 PM
Thread: Possible failed capacitor?
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The motor is 240v Alternating Current ! There is...
The motor is 240v Alternating Current !
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8th December 2023, 05:33 PM
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Based on the age I would expect that it would...
Based on the age I would expect that it would have been a spirit based stain then clear over the top.
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28th November 2023, 06:48 PM
Thread: Why can't I stain timber black?
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Is the product you using a stain? Or a stain /...
Is the product you using a stain? Or a stain / varnish?
And is the product water or oil based ?
Use a spirit based stain to get the colour you want, then overcoat with a clear finish of your... -
14th November 2023, 07:03 PM
Thread: Replacing large sliding windows
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Agree to have the manufacturer measure, any...
Agree to have the manufacturer measure, any mistake is then on them to rectify.
Generic installation diagrams can be found here
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4th November 2023, 10:19 AM
Thread: What Sort of Stud Finder?
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Back on the Renovate Forum all the builders used...
Back on the Renovate Forum all the builders used to recommend the Franklin Sensors brand.
Professional Stud Finders | Stud Sensor | Stud Detector
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3rd November 2023, 03:27 PM
Thread: Help! What species are these floorboards?
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Flooring species is often tied to state and age...
Flooring species is often tied to state and age of construction.
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17th October 2023, 09:01 PM
Thread: panel edging query
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A lot depends on panel thickness and the desired...
A lot depends on panel thickness and the desired result. I remember a lot of early caravans had a laminex table that used to fold down as the bed, the top was edged with an aluminium strip screwed in...
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19th September 2023, 07:58 PM
Thread: VZ Commodore One Tonner. What is this bit?
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:whs: Mass damper HOLDEN VY VZ 1-TONNER...
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Mass damper
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5th September 2023, 06:59 PM
Thread: Dust Extractor Stalling
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Most likely the start capacitor is failing. It...
Most likely the start capacitor is failing.
It is usually a round canister on the side of the motor.
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4th September 2023, 05:36 PM
Thread: Carved/Etched cabinet doors help
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Just do a google search on "CNC Cabinet Door...
Just do a google search on "CNC Cabinet Door Manufacturer Victoria" and start a call around.
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14th August 2023, 11:03 AM
Thread: Screen door lock
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4mm diameter ? Try pulling apart a few ball...
4mm diameter ?
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13th August 2023, 10:47 PM
Thread: Clamp circular clip - need replacement
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E-clip E Type Clip - United Fasteners...
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12th August 2023, 06:55 PM
Thread: Budget friendly straightedge
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Because they are short bolts into limited amount...
Because they are short bolts into limited amount of block material, they are also smaller thread size.
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12th August 2023, 10:37 AM
Thread: Budget friendly straightedge
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Except when different torque specs are specified...
Except when different torque specs are specified for some of the bolts!
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10th August 2023, 01:23 PM
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Sandpaper should cut freely, it will only burn if...
Sandpaper should cut freely, it will only burn if it is clogged. I would start at 180 maybe 120 but the coating will tell you what it needs. Have to be careful as it is a veneer finish.
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9th August 2023, 09:44 PM
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The term for the problem is snipe. Do a search...
The term for the problem is snipe.
Do a search on thicknesser snipe, It can be due to setup and or procedure and can be hard to eliminate all of it.
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9th August 2023, 09:04 PM
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The 6mm thick veneer is most likely 6mm plywood,...
The 6mm thick veneer is most likely 6mm plywood, the top level veneer is probably 1mm or less.
Exterior you do not use clear due to the UV, a tint is added for protection.
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8th August 2023, 05:23 PM
Thread: Tpg email service closer!
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Maybe not yet notified, just like I have only...
Maybe not yet notified, just like I have only received notification on 2 of my 6 email addresses with iiNet.
NodeSupport / Faq / Internode Email Messaging Company | Internode -
7th August 2023, 05:23 PM
Thread: Tpg email service closer!
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Same is happening for iiNet users but the...
Same is happening for iiNet users but the instructions so far have provided details to have the email address migrated to "The Messaging Company" for continued hosting of that address.
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6th August 2023, 09:59 PM
Thread: Installing skirting boards to a brick wall
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There is a good reason that skirtings are scribed...
There is a good reason that skirtings are scribed for internal corners.
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5th August 2023, 09:53 PM
Thread: sealing pipework
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Duct tape should stretch, make sure you leave the...
Duct tape should stretch, make sure you leave the roll in the sun or warm location prior to use.
When applying you need to provide enough force to stretch the tape so it takes up the difference in... -
29th July 2023, 01:09 PM
Thread: I wonder if I chose the wrong finish?
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Having never used Osmo I cannot make...
Having never used Osmo I cannot make recommendations for overcoating.
My preference for timber benchtops is one of the two pack coatings, in the past I have used Wattyl 7008 with great success.
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29th July 2023, 12:21 PM
Thread: I wonder if I chose the wrong finish?
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Exactly the reason that those members on the...
Exactly the reason that those members on the RenovateForum used it on bathroom vanity benchtops, did not stop the fact they ended up with water marks and calls to the manufacturer for support did not...
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29th July 2023, 11:39 AM
Thread: I wonder if I chose the wrong finish?
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Never used the product myself but there was a lot...
Never used the product myself but there was a lot of discussion on the (now closed) RenovateForum.
There were a number of members that had the exact same issue of water stains with the Osmo... -
28th July 2023, 08:25 PM
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Parts diagram indicates screw on. Black & Decker...
Parts diagram indicates screw on.
Black & Decker BD142 Type 1 Hammer Drill Spare Parts - Part Shop Direct
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25th July 2023, 09:35 AM
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Maybe follow the manufacturers recommendation ?...
Maybe follow the manufacturers recommendation ?
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23rd July 2023, 01:24 PM
Thread: A project with lots of repetition.
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Maybe if you provide details of your current...
Maybe if you provide details of your current cutting operation (handsaw, circular saw, bandsaw, SCMS, etc) including blade type, as well as the tools that you have available then someone will be able...
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23rd July 2023, 10:42 AM
Thread: Traditional Door Design Query
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I believe it simply a styling design and provides...
I believe it simply a styling design and provides more glass area than other panel door designs.
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22nd July 2023, 12:23 PM
Thread: A project with lots of repetition.
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I fail to understand why you are mixing the...
I fail to understand why you are mixing the Exterior clear and acrylic paint ? :?
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20th July 2023, 08:39 PM
Thread: A project with lots of repetition.
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Now understanding the intended use, have you...
Now understanding the intended use, have you researched what any coating absorbed into the timber will do to the taste from a termites perspective?
Termites can be very selective, eat one piece of...