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Hi Folks,

I’m looking to build a small outside shed to house a Clearvue I picked up. The footprint is small (2380mm x 1130mm). I’m looking to build the frame from treated pine. Does anyone have...

Hi Folks,

FYI there is a Robinson dual blade dimension saw for sale in the Gold Coast for $750. If I had the space I would def grab this rare find. If anyone needs me to have a look at it for...

Can you send the link to BobL dust guard for table saw, as mentioned in this thread a few times. I can’t seem to find in the search bar. Thanks

Hi Folks,

I've recently taken carriage of a new custom-made helical head for my Wadkin RM 26" planer thicknesser. While I'm swapping the cutterheads over, I thought I might tidy up the crank...

What changes would you recommend? I really like his design and am thinking about making a version for both my table saws (one rip and other crosscut).

Regards,
Raymond.

Hi Richard,

I have a friend in Melbourne that owns an RU with a bunch of tooling. Last time I spoke to him he was trying to sell his machine. If he still owns it, I’m more than happy to make some...

And good pickup Handyjack. Do you know if a metal brace is secured on the outside of a timber frame or the inside? If it’s the inside, I’m thinking a metal stud finder could possibly detect the metal...

Hi MobyTurns,

Thanks for your reply. In terms of details, I’m not familiar with building language, but below is what I know:

- Wall Construction: The wall is a timber frame. External cladding...

Hi,

I’m planning on installing ductwork in my workshop, a 2.5 car garage attached to the house. Above the garage (my workshop) are stairs leading to more living space. Being a small space, I’m...

Hi Rob,

Did you previously have a 100mm duct port on your PK? If so, did you find much of an improvement in increasing to 150mm? I’m currently installing a metal duct system as well, so keen to...

May seem a silly question, but how much dust is not captured in the cyclone and expelled through the vent outside? The small shed outside is quite close to my neighbours property, so I'm trying to...

Hi Folks,

A friend of mine gave me his old Clearvue CVMAX system. He had it setup at his work without any filters. Unfortunately the Australian supplier has stopped selling Clearvue products and...

Barely used grinding wheel. Came off my Tormek t8. Happy to post at your cost. Also have stone grader barely used if keen. Pickup Redland Bay. $200

I’ll take it

I’ll take it.

Regards,
Raymond

Hi mate,

If it’s the adjustable recalibrated Colon Clinton square I’ll take it.

Regards,
Raymond

Hi Folks,

I’m after a 3 phase Waldown bench grinder - new or old. It needs to be the bench top version and 8” or 10”. Happy to organise shipping if required.

Regards,
Raymond

I’ll buy a set as well.

Regards,
Raymond

Hi Mate,

How many boards/lineal metres do you have left?

Regards,
Raymond

I’ll take it, Henry.

Hi,

I’m looking for some advice on whether I should buy the Festool OF 1400 or 2200 router?

I usually don’t use a router for big work, but I’m building a small shed for my dust collector. It...

I’ll buy the Wenzloff Saw if it isn’t sold

Thanks for the catalogue pictures - they are a real treat. I just recently bought an LQ a few weeks ago, so that’s a big help. Unfortunately it didn’t come with any cutters or clamps. If you get the...

Beautiful, thanks so much Henry.

i double checked the measurements and the slot was 25mm.

Hi Henry,

I’ll take You up on that offer!

Hi,

Thanks to a great forum member, I’ve managed to acquire a mitre for my Wadkin disc sander. Unfortunately it doesn’t have the pin to affix it to the table. Can someone please take some photos...

Of course, Henry. Pop by when you’re next up here. I’ve turned somewhat lazy and have one PK set up with the extension carriage/crosscut fence permanently set square and the other I use with a stand...

Hi,

Both my PKs are missing the quadrant. I’d be very keen to buy a set. What price did you have in mind?

Regards,
Raymond

What brand is the Moulder?

Hi,

I’ll buy the CvMax dust extractor if Junkie does not. Will need to know soonish though, if possible.

I’ll send a PM as well.

Regards,
Raymond

Hi,

I’m looking for someone who can help thickness a panelled board of American White Oak 1750x700x40. The timber is clean. My current planer/thicknesser is being restored so unable to at the...

If I kept with the standard junction supplied by Clearvue, do you know the measurements?

Hi Folks,

I’m looking at installing a dust extraction system in my workshop – a double care garage. Currently I use a mobile 2HP DC.
Can some users please give me some advice about what DC...

New Lie Nielsen chain drive vise. Never used or installed. Still in box. Comes with the 24" chain length. Some slight surface rust from sitting in storage a see pictures. Not an auction. $400
...

Henry, I'll buy the lot. I'll call shortly

Thomas Turner saws are highly regarded. In fact, personally, they are one of two English saw brands that I do collect - particularly the straight Thomas Turner, before the merger with Tyzack & Sons...

Hi folks,

For some time I've been after a Wadkin CD crosscut saw. A few weeks ago I came across a Thomas White ED model - the thing was just so gorgeous I couldn't resist, well, at least for the...

Wallace,

That's a nice trimmer, particularly including the stand. My Wadkin miter trimmer below didn't come with the stand. I'm curious with yours, does it have the HA model stamped into the...

That's a lovely little Wadkin mitre saw. In fact, it's the first of that model I've seen beyond a catalogue. Do you have any plans for dust extraction, or just keep it all original? And what about...

Hi Andrew, congratulations on the effort so far. I have the smaller Wadkin MF version which I'll be stripping and restoring. What's been the most challenging part of the disassembly so far?

In...

Probably good advice, Matty. Although, the [sensible] rule with my wife is that no other machines are allowed unless it can immediately fit in my workshop (a double garage). And at this stage, I'm...

Hi folks,

Following up from the original post, I want to firstly thank everyone for their input. Rob's suggestion of the linseed oil and mineral turpentine mix with 20% methylated spirits worked...

​Hi Folks,

One of the many projects on the to-do list at home was to disassemble and clean my Robinson morticer. I was rather fortunate to find this machine in Newcastle, and for the past few...

I'm looking for the handscrews that attach to the dust plate for the PK and an original start/stop switch. Below is a picture of the handscrews.

Raymond

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Hi Camo,

I have a lathe made by Jarman Bros, Shepherd St Sydney. Below are a few photos for reference. It would be good if anyone has any information on this maker.

Raymond.

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Well done, Paul. I appreciate folks that not only have an interest in collecting & restoring old hand tools, but equally, taking the time to showcase it to others. And you seem to have put a lot of...

That's a good move on your behalf, Cam. I know with the Wadkin machines I own there are parts that I'm still hopelessly looking for - particularly original switches, hand screws and accessories. And...

Nice find, Rob. And for free, very impressive! There seems to be quite a lot of Wolfenden machinery in Victoria. Was Melbourne a main distribution centre for Wolfenden machinery?

Thanks for the thread. In terms of cleaning, I tend to take a minimalist approach. I prefer an 'original finish' - one that shows the years of use of a tool, rather than a complete bright & shiny...

Hi Folks,

A few months ago I acquired a Wadkin CQ drop saw. What captured my interest in the machine was the fact that I had not previously come across any similar drop saw models. As many of you...