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7th June 2017, 09:49 AM
Thread: Veritas Power Tenon cutters
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SOLD: PM Sent
PM Sent
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6th June 2017, 10:00 PM
Thread: Veritas Power Tenon cutters
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SOLD: Yes. I sold the smaller one a few months ago.
Yes. I sold the smaller one a few months ago.
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4th June 2017, 09:40 PM
Thread: Veritas Power Tenon cutters
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SOLD: $50 each or both for $90
$50 each or both for $90
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29th May 2017, 01:00 PM
Thread: Veritas Power Tenon cutters
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SOLD: I am open to offers.
I am open to offers.
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23rd May 2017, 09:59 PM
Thread: Veritas Power Tenon cutters
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SOLD: Veritas Power Tenon cutters
Brand new, never used.
2" and 1-1/2" cutters still in box.
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20th September 2013, 08:47 PM
Thread: Boat restoration - Red Lead paint
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Hi All, Thanks for the replies. I will check...
Hi All,
Thanks for the replies. I will check out Norglass this weekend.
What is a suitable undercoat/primer to use once I have fixed and faired the hull. Also should I sheath the bottom with... -
18th September 2013, 10:10 PM
Thread: Boat restoration - Red Lead paint
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Boat restoration - Red Lead paint
Hi All,
I was given this boat and motor by Neighbour. The motor is a 5hp tohatsu(1962/63) model. I can't find much on it on the net and I have never seen one anywhere before. The local tohatsu... -
23rd September 2012, 09:52 PM
Thread: Rounding greater then 90 degree egdes
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Rounding greater then 90 degree egdes
Hi All,
Is it possible to round an edge with a router that is not 90 degree. See attached image. I am making a games console and this is for the control panels.
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27th September 2011, 09:32 PM
Thread: Boat trailer
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Hi, I wouldl like to know how you do this. I...
Hi,
I wouldl like to know how you do this. I have a boat trailer to build for a small(14ft) fibreglass boat that i'm doing up.
Cheers
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Hi David, We have a Hyundai IX35(MY11)...
Hi David,
We have a Hyundai IX35(MY11) diesel. Excellent car, great economy, ton of torque. Great value for money. We have the Elite but a lot of people are opting the higher spec Highlander.
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1st June 2011, 08:33 PM
Thread: Router for Gifkin Jig
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Hi All, I have bought a triton MOF001 from...
Hi All,
I have bought a triton MOF001 from cheaptoolsau. I spoke to them today and it just happened that they had a MOF001 kit in a plastic case. Comes with template kit and height winder, all... -
30th May 2011, 10:21 PM
Thread: Router for Gifkin Jig
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Hi Les, Thanks for the tip on the collets. I...
Hi Les,
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30th May 2011, 08:41 PM
Thread: Router for Gifkin Jig
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I'm a little confused with the different triton...
I'm a little confused with the different triton models. cheaptoolsau have a TRS001. Is this the same as the TRA001/TRA001B. Does the TRS001 have the through table height adjuster, its a bit hard to...
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29th May 2011, 07:48 PM
Thread: Router for Gifkin Jig
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Hi Interwood, Thanks for the feedback. I...
Hi Interwood,
Thanks for the feedback. I doubt if i would be using wood any thicker than a 1/2". So the MOF001 should do. I was looking at the ones at cheaptoolsau. I have also found one in... -
29th May 2011, 07:11 PM
Thread: Router for Gifkin Jig
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Router for Gifkin Jig
Hi All,
I bought a gifkin jig at the brisbane WWW show. I currently have a Hitachi TR12 in my table but i'm getting tired of having to reach under the table to change bits with multiple spanners... -
16th April 2011, 09:52 PM
Thread: Welding stainless
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Hi All, It turns out that the guy I am doing...
Hi All,
It turns out that the guy I am doing the job for has an inverter stick welder!!!. I saw it in his shed today but he is not real good with it. I must say i haven't used one for a long time... -
15th April 2011, 08:29 PM
Thread: Welding stainless
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thanks to everyone for the advice. I will try...
thanks to everyone for the advice.
I will try some test runs on some scrap.
Cheers
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14th April 2011, 05:43 PM
Thread: Welding stainless
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Hi all, Thanks for the feedback. I realise it...
Hi all,
Thanks for the feedback. I realise it has to be strong but it doesn't have to look like its TIG welded for an art display either.
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12th April 2011, 11:26 PM
Thread: Welding stainless
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Welding stainless
Hi All,
I need to weld some stainless tube for a boat hand rail. It doesn't have to be pretty as there a cover that goes over the top of it.
I have a lincoln 250amp mig. I have a bottle of... -
26th October 2010, 09:41 PM
Thread: 10" trailer tyres
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Hi All, I picked up a 67" axle today. Thanks...
Hi All,
I picked up a 67" axle today. Thanks yonee for the measurements. Will start to build this weekend. Will post some pictures soon.
Cheers
Michael. -
26th October 2010, 09:30 AM
Thread: 10" trailer tyres
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Hi All, Thanks for the replies. I have...
Hi All,
Thanks for the replies. I have attached a drawing of the trailer. Yonnee/Nev, you are correct in your interpretation of my "Offset". The rims are 10x4. I pick up the tyres today, not sure... -
25th October 2010, 11:02 PM
Thread: 10" trailer tyres
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Hi All, Found some at a trailer place in...
Hi All,
Found some at a trailer place in beenleigh(Brisbane Area). They are reasonably cheap(Well I think they are). Roughly $50 for tyre and tube.
Still need to figure out axle length. Can... -
24th October 2010, 08:38 PM
Thread: 10" trailer tyres
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Hi all, Thanks for the replies. I think i...
Hi all,
Thanks for the replies. I think i have found a place in beenleigh(brisbane). Will give them a call tomorrow to see what stock they have.
Cheers
Michael. -
24th October 2010, 04:41 PM
Thread: 10" trailer tyres
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10" trailer tyres
Hi All,
I'm building a small boat trailer. I have a set of 10" alloy rims but no tyres. Anyone know where I can get these tyres. I'm in the brisbane area.
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17th October 2010, 11:22 PM
Thread: Filling and Retapping in alloy
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Hi, Yes i had thought about using longer...
Hi,
Yes i had thought about using longer bolts on the steering clamp and putting a nut on the back. I would like to keep it as original as possible but. I may not have a choice in this case.
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17th October 2010, 09:20 PM
Thread: Filling and Retapping in alloy
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Would Heli-Coils be ok for use on the steering...
Would Heli-Coils be ok for use on the steering head. I thought they might pull out with the stress from the handle bars etc.
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17th October 2010, 09:05 PM
Thread: Filling and Retapping in alloy
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Filling and Retapping in alloy
Hi All,
I am restoring a 1966 Suzuki A100 motorcycle. The old guy that gave it to me was a bit of a bush mechanic. Where there was a stripped bolt etc, he would just use a larger one(Steering... -
29th October 2009, 09:53 AM
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Hi Lyle, As Col said. I have just bought a...
Hi Lyle,
As Col said. I have just bought a large RAS(16" blade, 900mm ) and it came with a Dado blade.
My saw is 3 phase and I would like to convert it to 240v. Where did you get your motor... -
23rd October 2009, 09:02 PM
Thread: Antique Grinders
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Hi All, I have finally got them home and gave...
Hi All,
I have finally got them home and gave the plates a quick clean to see what they were. Had a chat to the guys in the workshop. They were very sad to see them go. They reckon that they will... -
21st October 2009, 09:23 PM
Thread: Antique Grinders
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Hi All, Here are 2 more bench grinders I have...
Hi All,
Here are 2 more bench grinders I have picked up. They are both waldowns. Not sure how old they are but they still run well. I would love to keep them but I dont have 3 phase power. I... -
12th October 2009, 10:55 PM
Thread: Antique Grinders
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Hi China, Thanks for the reply. I plan on...
Hi China,
Thanks for the reply. I plan on selling all but one. Not sure which one yet. I need to get them home and clean them up and see how they look. They are all in working order and were... -
Omga ras
Hi All,
I have just acquired this RAS. Has anyone heard of them and what they are like. I only paid $150 for it. It is 3 phase which is a problem, but I couldn't let it go for that price. It has... -
12th October 2009, 02:10 PM
Thread: Antique Grinders
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Antique Grinders
Hi All,
I have just acquired 5 bench/pedestal grinders, 2 of which are date pre WWII. They are massive machines and bith are 3 phase. Does anyone know anything about them and if they are worth... -
12th July 2009, 09:55 PM
Thread: Boat/Camp trailer
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Hi All, Well I have been away for a couple of...
Hi All,
Well I have been away for a couple of weeks. I have just got back and started on pricing trailer parts for my project. The list so far includes.
45mm round mechanical disc brake axle... -
23rd June 2009, 09:55 PM
Thread: Boat/Camp trailer
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Hi Yonne, Thanks for the info on the brakes....
Hi Yonne,
Thanks for the info on the brakes. I haven't decided on what brakes to go with yet. I'm not sure what weight the trailer will end up yet. I'm hoping to keep it under 1000kg. It will... -
23rd June 2009, 09:41 PM
Thread: How do i create a car wheel
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Hi All, Thanks for the help, much...
Hi All,
Thanks for the help, much appreciated. I have tried both and they both work well.
Cheers
Michael. -
22nd June 2009, 11:17 PM
Thread: How do i create a car wheel
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How do i create a car wheel
Hi all,
I want to draw a car wheel with rounded egdes. I have created the wheel but i'm not sure how to round the edges of the tyre.
Any help would be much appreciated.
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22nd June 2009, 10:15 AM
Thread: Boat/Camp trailer
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Hi Yonnee, Thanks for tips. I will not be...
Hi Yonnee,
Thanks for tips. I will not be using drum brakes. I will go with disc's. Although the drawings dont show it, I will be doing exactly what you said about mounting the spring hangers to... -
21st June 2009, 10:40 PM
Thread: Boat/Camp trailer
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Hi All, Couple of different views of the...
Hi All,
Couple of different views of the boat/camp trailer so far.
Cheers
Michael. -
21st June 2009, 08:18 PM
Thread: Boat/Camp trailer
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Hi Dazzler, Current tow vehicle is a rodeo...
Hi Dazzler,
Current tow vehicle is a rodeo 4x4, but will be upgrading in the next 12 months(maybe). The trailer will also towed by a mazda cx7 when not camping. So I will probably have to have... -
21st June 2009, 11:22 AM
Thread: Boat/Camp trailer
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Hi Jatt, Thanks for the reply. I was thinking...
Hi Jatt,
Thanks for the reply. I was thinking about putting struts on the camper. I will investigate further. Good tip about filing rivet heads back as well.
I guess my next big question is... -
21st June 2009, 12:16 AM
Thread: Boat/Camp trailer
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Hi All, Here is a drawing of the boat part of...
Hi All,
Here is a drawing of the boat part of the trailer so far.
Let me know if there are any glowing errors like drawbar to long etc.
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20th June 2009, 06:47 PM
Thread: Boat/Camp trailer
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Hi All Thanks for the replies. I will not...
Hi All
Thanks for the replies.
I will not be using a chinese version of a camp tent. A mate has had one for approx 2 years now and it is falling apart. I will have one made locally. I had... -
19th June 2009, 09:38 PM
Thread: Boat/Camp trailer
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Boat/Camp trailer
Hi All,
I have been toying with building something like (photo 1) for quite a while now. After the last caravan and camping show I decided it was time to make a start and the fact I think most... -
12th December 2008, 09:08 AM
Thread: Tube bending
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Hi Ken, It's amasing what three drawing does...
Hi Ken,
It's amasing what three drawing does for me. Thank you very much for doing that. I completely understand what you were trying to say in your previous post now. I will try bending up the... -
11th December 2008, 10:32 PM
Thread: Tube bending
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Hi All, Thanks for the replies. I can follow...
Hi All,
Thanks for the replies. I can follow Kody's logic ok, but i'm struggling a bit with your formula Ken. If my canopy is 1300mm high x 1800mm wide and the tube is 25mm x 1.6mm wall then the... -
11th December 2008, 03:58 PM
Thread: Tube bending
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Tube bending
Hi All,
I'm making a boat canopy out of 25mmOD aluminium tube. Please see attached pdf for dimensions.
My question is how much tube do i need to allow for the radius of the bend. The bending... -
12th October 2008, 09:44 PM
Thread: Router surface planer
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Hi All, Here is my new version of the router...
Hi All,
Here is my new version of the router surface planner. Basically it is a cradle within a cradle. I have mounted 2 posts on each cradle that slide on each other. I have attached some booker... -
7th October 2008, 08:41 PM
Thread: Router surface planer
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Hi all, Thanks for all the kind comments. The...
Hi all,
Thanks for all the kind comments. The ply thats under the surfacer is part of a large table and it is well supported so there shoud be no saging.
Technically it is a thicknesser but... -
6th October 2008, 09:57 PM
Thread: Router surface planer
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Hi All, Well it had its first test run his...
Hi All,
Well it had its first test run his afternoon. I use the 50mm 6 flute surface planning bit from carbitool. I have several 45mm thick spotted gum slabs about 1m long and 200mm wide. They...