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    It's a Hitachi T12 I think, I don't have it close...

    It's a Hitachi T12 I think, I don't have it close by to check the model number but I think it is T12. It's about 30+ years old (and it looks like going for at least another 30+ years), and it's...
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    cheap router speed controller?

    This is probably an insane question.

    Can you use the speed controller on a home cooling fan to control the speed of a router?

    If not (and I suspect that is the case), can anyone recommend...
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    speed controller

    This is probably an insane question.

    Can you use the speed controller on a home cooling fan to control the speed of a router?

    If not (and I suspect that is the case), can anyone recommend...
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    Thanks very much Headsratcher. Like I said in...

    Thanks very much Headsratcher.

    Like I said in my first post, I know absolutely nothing about HiFi equipment. Your suggestions were spot on for what I am looking for, although expensive for me...
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    Any Good (valve amps)

    I am thinking of getting a new sound system and came across these -

    T-2 Amplifier | neuhaus laboratories

    However, I know absolutely nothing about sound systems. I bought a Sharp Optonica about...
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    Thanks Jason Your jig looks simple enough, but...

    Thanks Jason

    Your jig looks simple enough, but I don't think I could get the second bend as it would bend the rod again onto the downward plunging bar (if you get what I mean).

    As for the...
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    Wow

    Thanks guys, you have given me many things to think about and try.

    Also...
    I found this on YouTube and I might give it ago as it seems simple enough - just a few holes drilled and a bit of tap...
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    That was quick

    Thanks guys for your advice. I will give using a pipe a go.

    By the way, you need two zen monks to do anything as in -

    How many monks do you need to change a light bulb?
    Answer: Two, one to...
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    bending 12mm steel rod

    Hi folks

    I have never really worked with metals before and I need some simple advice.

    I want to bend some 12mm thick steel rod as per the attached illustration but have no idea how to go about...
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    Thanks

    Such a simple idea. Great! Thanks for sharing. I happen to be heading to Officeworks today so I will get a couple of protractors while I'm there.

    2zm
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    Hi pipeclay It is to hold some rod in place...

    Hi pipeclay
    It is to hold some rod in place while it (the rod) is being turned. I think it was for a router jig to adjust the position of a router fence. I cannot help more that that.

    Hi stustoys...
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    speciality router bits

    I found this web site while looking for special router bits designed for routing plastic. They have router bits for other materials too - softwood, hardwood, MDF, laminated chipboard, laminated...
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    Hi SJM There are no threads or bearings. I...

    Hi SJM

    There are no threads or bearings.

    I do not know the size except to say that I think they would take a 5 - 10mm thick rod, at least that is what I am looking for.

    David
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    coleslaw recipe

    Yep, I'm interested! :2tsup:

    David
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    what is this thing?

    Hi everyone

    Just two simple questions...

    See that thing in the photo attached with the arrow pointing at it. What is it called and where in Melbourne can I get a couple?

    As you can tell, I...
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    great table

    Lookin' good. I particularly like the idea of the prison quality plexi-glass. I did not know there was such stuff. How have you fixed it to the table top? Let us know how is goes re scratches and any...
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    New men's shed in Moonee Ponds Melbourne

    Hi all.

    There is a new men's shed in Moonee Ponds in Melbourne.

    It's just started and they are getting all new machinery for woodworking and have just started setting it up. At the moment they...
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    Thanks Ken

    Hi Ken.

    I know I could have Googled but I was hoping to get replies with recommendations from people who may have had first hand experience. I shall give Perftech a try. I don’t have any...
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    water cutting steel question

    Hi folks

    Does anyone know where I can get some sheet steel water cut into various shapes in Melbourne? Preferably in the western suburbs (but not necessarily).

    Thanks for any help.

    David
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    ... and more thanks to you guys. and thanks...

    ... and more thanks to you guys.

    and thanks WoodButcher, I saw the Enlock jig demonstrated on the ABC's New Inventors last night. I am going to look into it a bit more as it is so cheap to set up,...
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    many thanks

    green woodchips, canetoad, and journeyman mick, thanks guys for your generosity.

    The hoffman dovetail joining system is exactly what I am looking for.

    thanks again.

    2zm
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    butterfly wedge

    Hi folks

    has anyone seen equipment that can produce a butterfly joined corner like the one attached? I've been searching for hours but cannot find anything. Do you know who makes the equipment and...
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