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I use Intellicad which I think is an Autocad clone.
It is good for what I need but has an extremely steep learning curve if you have not used this type of software before.
I had it in the "too hard...

I've bought a few boxes from Trade Tools and they seem to be OK.
Last time I checked, they seemed to be a lot cheaper than Bunnings.
TradeTools Direct - Serious Tools...Seriously Discounted!

Mal

I did a comparison of Drill Presses a few years ago.
The attached spreadsheet may help but it is very old. You can sort by column which makes comparisons easier.
You may also want to have a look at...

I used them back in 1993 when I had major foundation problems.
The Archicentre put me in contact with one of their Architects who came out, assessed the likely problem, organized an Engineer and...

Thanks Guy and Lisa for a great day. Sandra & I certainly enjoyed it.
It was good to catch up and put a few faces to names.
Good photos Wendy.
Thanks again.
Mal

I'll bring a tin of Anzac Biscuits and a 500gm tub of Pasta Salad.
I'll also have my wife with me if thats OK

Mal

Count me in.
I'm sure there will be some interesting conversation.
Thanks,
Mal

I have the 8" Cmt Dado.
I haven't used it a lot but it seems to do the job OK. Then again I don't have another dado to compare it with but it seems to rate OK in reviews I have read in the past.
I...

Well I'm out of guesses.
The rise and fall run smoothly enough and without the blade in place there is no noise.
Put the blade on even without tightening the nut and the noise reappears.
I'll...

Lignum,
No I didn't take the top off.
I took the small front panel and timing gearoff, took the blade out, opened the rear door, removed the blade guard and put the machine in good sunlight and...

Sad to say the noise reappeared and I have spent a couple of days trying to nail it down.
I would like to say I have fixed it but it is still lurking but only just.
I have greased everything that...

One point I failed to mention was the pivot points of the plate that holds the motor. The noise could have been coming from there so I gave them a good dose of White Lithium Grease also.
Mal

Well I have been working through all the suggestions in this thread. Thanks for all the input.
At this stage I have fixed the problem and my best guess is that I had too much pressure on the timing...

Skew,
Yes I will have a look at worn worm gear.
I only bought it in 2005 and I can't say it has had a lot of work so initally I didn't see this as a problem.
There is a section in the Jet Manual...

No I don't think it will be the belt as I only replaced it about 2 months ago.
I might pull it apart again. Maybe it is not aligned properly?
Mal

I have a Jet Table Saw that has developed a noise in the blade rise & fall.
I am using graphite powder in the worm gear as recommended in the Jet Manual.
It is like a straining noise and is quite...

Lignum,
I spoke to Gary Pye about 12 months ago when I went to get a replacement belt.
He suggested puting brake fluid on the belt but I must admit I didn't try this as I did not have any.
It...

I own a Jet that I purchased in 2005 from Gary Pye Woodturning (see our sponsor at the top of this page) at Currumbin on the Gold Coast.
I've had two broken belts on the rise and fall as mentioned...

I've bought a couple of Aldi items.
The food slicer which is just ok and doesn't take much load so it depends what you use it for. Didn't work real well cutting cheeze.
I also bought the Aldi...

I went looking for the $99 Shop Vac at 10.00am at Aldi. Tried Salisbury and Carindale in Brisbane but both were sold out. Didn't miss by much as I saw 2 going out as I went in.
For anyone...

I went through this exercise early this year here in Brisbane.
I phoned Capral and they told me the only stock they had was in Newcastle and Townsville with no prospect of getting any in Brisbane. I...

So any further help on this one?

Mal

Thanks for the replies.
I don't think I will take the risk on Qubelok. So probably Aluminium Angle.
Would the 25mm x 25 x 1.6mm be OK?
Coverstrap - Is that just say 20mm x 1.6mm flat aluminium or...

I am looking to hang some shade cloth across a few windows on the western side of our house for both heat reduction and privacy.
The largest window is 2400mm wide x 1250 high.
I want to suspend the...

Well the washup was I went to Bunnings and bought a "Trojan Right Angle Drill Attachment 10mm(3/8") with 2PC 90mm Double End Bits". Cost $9.95.
Same as the photograph in Blackhole's post.
The...

Thanks everyone, you have supplied more than enough information to get me out of trouble.
Mal

I need to drill a 3/8" hole for some cabinet connector screws but my drill is too large for the 33cm opening.
The drill bit fully inserted in the chuck leaves just over 10cm so i have about 22cm for...

I had that problem on the weekend but OK now. Using IE8.
Mal

I've used cork tiles for bar tops and bench tops with good results. Just use a timber frame to contain the tiles and finish with the normal cork tile floor finish.
My bar is over 30 years old and...

I have the Aldi $19.99 Electronic Digital Caliper purchased 25/5/2006. (Docket is still in the box).
From memory I have only used 2 or 3 batteries but it is only used 2 - 3 times per week.
The...

Noel,
I was referring to Vix Bits at McJings which I have now found.
http://www.mcjing.com.au/woodworking/QUICK%20CHANGE%20BIT/QUICK%20CHANGE%20BIT.asp
Mechanic, I see you are in the USA. Just do...

You can get Vix Bits that are self centering.
Have a look here and see if they are suitable.
http://www.carbatec.com.au/drilling-boring/drilling-boring-bits-individual/vix-style-hinge-setting-bit...

I have a bit set up in the router table that has a melamine glue build up on it.
What is the best method of cleaning the bearing & bit without altering the table settings?
Mal

Well I've had a go at trimming the melamine iron on edging on my router table (as outlined in my post 20 December 2008) so I thought I would share the results for those interested.
I have a split...

You could mitre all the edges at 45 degrees and that way the ends aren't exposed.
You would need to be very precise setting the 45 degrees but if you have a good table saw, you should be ok.
Mal

Make sure you check the vehicle for damage before you take it out.
I was given the choice of a number of vehicles (keys in the ignition, take what you want) one was damaged.
If you havn't driven...

I've only had one go at spray painting.
I used plastic painters drop sheets and hung them on the "Hills Hoist" clothes line on four sides. Didn't cover the top which allowed plenty of ventilation....

I am trying to source about 150 of the above nails.
I have tried Bunnings, Mitre 10, some small Hardware Stores and Otter Nails online but they don't seem to make them anymore.
I have used them...

I've used generic "Builders Bog" (My product was called Fuller Building Filler) with some success to patch a door lock opening that needed to be relocated. It sands easily 30 minutes after...

I thought about buying a grinder but I am a procrastinator and would have to research all the models and then wait for the selected one to come up on special before I would buy it.
I just bought a...

I went to Witworths this morning but no luck. The only slides that fitted my track were nylon runners so I've gone with the cup head bolts. An engineering place have quoted me $30 to grind 20 of them...

Thanks Dion.
That's what happens when you look at a job with blinkers on.
I like method 1 as you are using the fence and just cutting the angle on what would normally be the waste side of the cut....

I was at Bunnings Mt. Gravatt in Brisbane earlier this afternoon and they had a demo model 1400W Triton Router going out for $149.
Don't know if all the bits were there but it might be worth a look...

I have a length of Marine Sail Track with dimensions:
Outside 22 mm x 8mm
Internal 18mm x 3.9mm
Opening 10.1mm

I am trying to source 1/4" bolts that I can use in some jigs but to fit the...

Dion,
Thanks for your reply.
Yes there are a number of different positions for the Mitre Gauge but I can't see how any of them will cut an angle between 45 to 90 degree. They all seem to end up 0...

Great idea Chris that means only one 45 degree template is needed to attach to the existing Mitre Fence which will then supply the 45 to 90 degree angles in addition to the existing 0 to 45 degrees....

I have a Jet Tablesaw with a sliding table Mitre Gauge.
The gauge has a range of 0 to 45 degrees.
Is there a simple way to do angles of say 50 to 90 degrees.
I can cut a template of say 5 degrees...

So Woodwould is the nailer you got a recurring item on ebay or just a one off.
If recurring, a link to the site would be good.
Yes Andrew, I had Supercheap in mind and I will pay them a visit soon....

I bought a GMC EVAC40 2.4HP 40L 5.5cfm FAD air compressor from Bunnings yesterday $89 reduced on enquiry from $139. Brand new in a sealed box so not a demo. It was the last one they had at Mt....

I got an email from Timbecon the other day with this product.
Don't know if it is what you are looking for.
Mal

http://www.timbecon.com.au/productsearch/default.aspx?txtSearchBox=ds-13