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    Hi Starr & Tonyz, thanks for the replies. ...

    Hi Starr & Tonyz, thanks for the replies.


    Starr - I'll send you a PM, postage doesn't seem outrageous and just excited someone has one.

    Thanks,
    Darren
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    Nova DVR 3000 bed extension?

    Hi all,

    Does anyone know where I might source a bed extension for the Nova DVR 3000?

    Their newer lathes have a different profile, so don't match. Any ideas on something comparable or where I...
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    What's your finish(es) of choice?

    Hi,

    As I get back into (or really properly into) woodturning, I'm keen to hear what others use for finishes. I know it will vary by intended use and final look you're after, but I'm interested in...
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    Thanks Bob, the Armadillo one sounds like a great...

    Thanks Bob, the Armadillo one sounds like a great option.

    Darren
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    Lee Valley face shield - or other options

    Hi all,

    Getting into turning (well, properly) so doing the right thing and looking for a good face shield.

    Seems the Lee Valley is the only mid-priced one I can find: Professional Face Shield |...
  6. Thanks all for the replies. Looks like it's...

    Thanks all for the replies. Looks like it's steel wool/scotchbrite pads, WD40 and elbow grease then! Just wanted to check I wasn't missing a secret preventative technique :-)

    I will definitely...
  7. Turning tools, chucks, centers, etc - how to remove/prevent rust?

    Hi,

    I know this may be more of a general hand tools question, but I wanted to ask it specifically of turning tools and attachments (chucks, arbors, centers, etc - even lathe beds).

    I've been...
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    Hello from country Victoria

    Hi all,

    I'm getting back into woodworking, so great to see this forum is still going strong. It looks like I joined in 2004, and at the time did a bit of woodworking and made a few wooden kayaks....
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    Hi, Thanks both. Looks like paulownia is the...

    Hi,

    Thanks both. Looks like paulownia is the way to go. Good tip on the glass, I used 84gsm on my SUP and it's strong enough so will look at that (and maybe lighter on top or inside). Balsa...
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    Paulownia or balsa?

    Hi all,

    Returning to kayak building after a long hiatus.

    One of the builds I am planning is a Guillemot 'Yukon' for flatwater fitness paddling and racing. I want to build as light as possible,...
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    Hi, Thanks guys, I'll give these products a...

    Hi,

    Thanks guys, I'll give these products a go.

    Regards,
    Darren
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    Wax for adding patina look?

    Hi,

    Getting back into woodworking after an enforced break (home reno's, lost the garage and still building a workshop). I have a few projects in mind and want to add an aged/patina look to a few...
  13. Thread: Trimaran Kayak

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    Hi, I am going through the same thought...

    Hi,

    I am going through the same thought process at present.

    Not sure if you've seen the article on CLC's site about the evolution of the sailrig? It provides some thoughts on the best type of...
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    Hi, OK, I stand corrected. I assumed the z...

    Hi,

    OK, I stand corrected. I assumed the z axis was for relief / variable depth cutting. But I guess the bit needs to go up and down :)

    See, I really don't know much yet!

    Thanks,
    Darren
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    Small 2-axis CNC machine plans?

    Hi all,

    First post here and hopefully not a stupid question/request. I did look back through a few pages of posts but didn't see anything similar.

    I am looking to build a small 2-axis CXC...
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    Angled dovetails (not canted)

    Hi,

    I'm getting back into woodworking after a fair break, and have set myself a project with a few challenges and techniques to stretch myself and learn some new techniques.

    One aspect requires...
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    Hi, I'll put my 2c in since my name was...

    Hi,

    I'll put my 2c in since my name was mentioned :rolleyes:

    I must agree that scale models aren't in the same category as wooden toys - toys are representation of an object but not exact,...
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    Thanks Andrew, I didn't see the FAQ's. Guess I...

    Thanks Andrew, I didn't see the FAQ's.

    Guess I need a licence then :( May just stick to paddles to keep life simpler but good to know. Just need to convince my friend this is the way to go (and...
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    Boat Licence for a power canoe?

    Hi,

    It's been a while since I've been here, bit hopefully about to get back into boatbuilding. I have built a stand-up paddleboard recently but time to get back into a kayak/canoe/boat.
    ...
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    Hi, Thanks for the replies. Len, thanks -...

    Hi,

    Thanks for the replies.

    Len, thanks - I keep an eye on council clean-ups for anything suitable, and will try the tip. We don't have one like Mona Vale near here (I used to live near...
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    Fruit woods in Melbourne

    Hi all,

    I build wooden model ships (and other scale wooden models) and so am always after woods with very fine grain.

    Some of the best woods in this regard - and recommended for models - are...
  22. Thread: Model ships

    by TK1
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    Hi Greg, Looks like a great project. I'd...

    Hi Greg,

    Looks like a great project. I'd suggest getting on to Model Ship World - Model Ship World :: Home - and introduce yourself and the project. There's a good contingent of Aussie modelers...
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    Hi, Thanks again Lux - I should have been more...

    Hi,

    Thanks again Lux - I should have been more specific that I intended to do an electric build.

    Jeff - thanks for the scale length advice, I'll need to look at that.

    I'd like to do an...
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    Hi Lux, Thanks fo the AMS suggestion - I...

    Hi Lux,

    Thanks fo the AMS suggestion - I wasn't aware of them so just what I was after. Planning on Tassie Tonewoods or Mathews Timber for the blank, just need the shiny bits and prefer a local...
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    Supplies for lap steel

    Hi all,

    Been a while since I was here, and had a few non-starts at instrument building. Hopefully this time I can get my act together and make progress:- - life seems a bit more balanced now....
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    Lathe recommendation

    Hi all,

    Just seeking some input/advice.

    I am looking at getting a metalworking lathe. Only after a small one for model work and small parts (I mainly build model ships and some othersmall...
  27. Thread: Building a leftie

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    Building a leftie

    Hi,

    I've been wanting to build an instrument for a while (and pop in here occasionally all full of enthusiasm :rolleyes:) but the time has, I think, finally come to begin.

    However, I am one of...
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    Hi Shirsam, I sorted out the glue problem :) ...

    Hi Shirsam,

    I sorted out the glue problem :)

    For glue, contact Bostik and ask them for your local distributor of Bostik 1669 Heat-Activated Contact Adhesive. This is used primarily for glueing...
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    Small metalworking lathes

    Hi,

    I'll start by saying I have little or no idea about metalworking (except for a respect for those that do it!).

    I build wooden models - ships so far, and just getting into carriages/wagons...
  30. Thread: Makita Tablesaws

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    Hi all, Thanks for the replies. Looks like I...

    Hi all,

    Thanks for the replies. Looks like I should keep looking. I know if I want to do accurate work I should aim to pay a lot more, but I'm sure there's something at the lower end (e.g....
  31. Hi all, Thanks for the replies. It looks like...

    Hi all,

    Thanks for the replies. It looks like the consensus is "get both". Works for me :D

    Just need to look at what I can get for the money. I'm inclined to go for a mid-range bandsaw (1hp,...
  32. Thread: Makita Tablesaws

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    Makita Tablesaws

    Hi all,

    I am currently (and finally) in the market for a few tools :2tsup:

    Whilst I'd love a big tablesaw, I don't have the room (or money for a top quality one, and I need something I can...
  33. Bandsaw or tablesaw for boxmaking (and other tools)

    Hi all,

    Be nice to me, I'm new here :).

    I have previously built timber kayaks and wooden model ships, as well as dabbled with other woodworking things, but have always wanted to try my hand at...
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    That's the book. Glad I could help. It was my...

    That's the book. Glad I could help. It was my first 'big' project in the house and included a few learning steps (and new tools :D).

    Spend time on the structure, get it all straight and...
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    Hi Pete, I built a similar-sized (and height)...

    Hi Pete,

    I built a similar-sized (and height) deck a few years back, and mainly through-bolted it to the brick foundations. I was advised that through-bolts were better as I had older bricks and...
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    Thanks Joez, I haven't heard of them, and they...

    Thanks Joez, I haven't heard of them, and they are just up the road :)

    I appreciate the quick reply.

    Regards,
    Darren
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    Veneer suppliers (preferrably in Melbourne)

    Hi,

    Just getting back into woodwork after a fair break, and wanted to try my habd at veneering as part of a project I'm planning.

    So I wanted to know where I could get veneer in decent sized...
  38. Thread: Epoxy in a tube

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    Thanks for the replies guys. Sounds like it...

    Thanks for the replies guys.

    Sounds like it isn't worth it - I don't have a pneumatic gun, don't want to pay an excessive amount, and I'd probably lose as much as I'd do with normal mixing.
    ...
  39. Thread: Epoxy in a tube

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    Epoxy in a tube

    Hi,

    I saw in the October WoodenBoat (in an article about a strip-built skiff) mention of epoxy resin in a tube - it goes in a caulking gun and mixes the two parts as it comes out of the gun.
    ...
  40. Hi Warren, Congratulations on finding a home...

    Hi Warren,

    Congratulations on finding a home for the boat. Don't forget to take pics of the launch :)

    Looking forward to seeing your next build when you get around to it, I'm sure it will be...
  41. Hi Warren, Sad to see the boat go (and...

    Hi Warren,

    Sad to see the boat go (and unfinished). You may vaguely remember but I got some huon scraps off you a few years back for use in model ship building. I managed to use some and also...
  42. Thread: Strip Built TK1

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    Hi, Thanks for the info. I also have a Sabre...

    Hi,

    Thanks for the info. I also have a Sabre so will do a comparison myself (although I paddle a Vector when racing...just that bit faster). 8.9km/h is a reasonable speed in the Sabre - not the...
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    Hi, David travels a fair bit (and works hard)...

    Hi,

    David travels a fair bit (and works hard) so can sometimes take a while to reply. But he should get back to oyu.

    I've got the plans, and got the forms sorted. Looks like a nice shape, and...
  44. Thread: Strip Built TK1

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    Wow Anewhouse, that is (as has already been said)...

    Wow Anewhouse, that is (as has already been said) amazing! :2tsup::2tsup:

    Great looking design. Do you intend to race it, or is it just for general paddling. Wahat did you use for a seat, and...
  45. Thread: Riva.

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    Hi Graeme, Sounds like you've made good...

    Hi Graeme,

    Sounds like you've made good progress. They look huge out of the water :oo: but great lines. What a great weekend project :2tsup:

    Good luck getting it finished...must be nice to...
  46. Thread: Riva.

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    Hi Riva, Can't help you with the filler...

    Hi Riva,

    Can't help you with the filler question, but just thought I'd ask about the build. 27' would be a Super Aquarama? Probably my favourite boat, absolutely stunning.

    How far through it...
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    Hi Chubs, I'd say go for it with the...

    Hi Chubs,

    I'd say go for it with the models...as has been said, they don't go together exactly like a real one (even with all the details and plank on frame) but what they do is give you a sense...
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    Cool, thanks for this. Have heard of Titebond,...

    Cool, thanks for this. Have heard of Titebond, so will probably go with this - just haven't seen it in my local Bunnies.

    Regards,
    Darren
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    Triton glue substitute

    Hi,

    I've always been a huge fan of the Triton yellow glue (aliphatic resin, I think the stuff's called). Very sad when I learnt the brand got dragged under, moreso now as I've run out of my last...
  50. Thread: Two Too Many

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    Hi, Ditto, looks like a lot of work. Any more...

    Hi,

    Ditto, looks like a lot of work. Any more pics?

    Looks like the keel is stuffed too (rotten?) and definitely needs some new planking there!

    Does anyone know what sort of boat it is?
    ...
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