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    WITHDRAWN: Mods, please withdraw from sale. I wish to...

    Mods, please withdraw from sale. I wish to advertise it elsewhere.
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    WITHDRAWN: Metabo ASR 35 ACP M class Vacuum

    Selling my Metabo vacuum (made in Germany). 35 Litre M class extractor in very good condition. Has a few spare bags. All accessories are included. Auto clean function. Only selling as I bought a...
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    SOLD: I'll take it thanks. PM sent.

    I'll take it thanks. PM sent.
  4. SOLD: I'll take it.

    I'll take it.
  5. SOLD: Hi Alex. I might be interested. Does the spindle...

    Hi Alex. I might be interested. Does the spindle take other drum sizes or is it limited to one? If it takes multiple drum sizes, I will take it.
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    So, it's been nearly seven years since this bench...

    So, it's been nearly seven years since this bench project stalled. I completed a house reno and started up a new business in that time. I finally had some days to commit to the shed over the...
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    QUEENSLAND Hi Tony. I've looked it over and can't find a...

    Hi Tony. I've looked it over and can't find a manufacture location I'm sorry. The manual doesn't indicate either. An Internet search also came up empty. I've attached the front and motor labels for...
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    QUEENSLAND Toolex Radial Arm Drill Press

    550Watt Toolex Radial Arm Drill Press. Good condition (light surface rust, no concerns mechanically) and mounted on homemade mobile base. Pick Up Only from Kallangur. $150.
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  9. SOLD: I'll take it at $330!

    I'll take it at $330!
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    QUEENSLAND I'll take it pending a closer look. PM sent.

    I'll take it pending a closer look. PM sent.
  11. QUEENSLAND Thanks Gary. BTW I forgot to ask if this is 15amp...

    Thanks Gary. BTW I forgot to ask if this is 15amp single phase or three phase?
  12. QUEENSLAND If Joel passes, I’d like to have second go thanks.

    If Joel passes, I’d like to have second go thanks.
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    QUEENSLAND I'll take this thanks. PM sent.

    I'll take this thanks. PM sent.
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    QUEENSLAND Bump - Still available

    Bump - Still available
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    QUEENSLAND Fein Dustex II 25L Vacuum

    Fein Dustex II for sale. Selling due to upgrade to Metabo unit. I have had to remove the internal foam (due to deterioration) which may result in more dust internally over time and a little more...
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    N.S.W. I'll take a set thanks.

    I'll take a set thanks.
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    QUEENSLAND I'm interested. PM sent.

    I'm interested. PM sent.
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    SOUTH AUST PM sent

    PM sent
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    SOUTH AUST Awesome. My sister can collect them on the...

    Awesome. My sister can collect them on the weekend of the 9th and 10th December. Are you able to store them until then? Am happy to transfer funds if needed prior. Cheers, Nathan.
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    SOUTH AUST Hi Smoothenough. What suburb in Adelaide are you...

    Hi Smoothenough. What suburb in Adelaide are you in? I can get my sister to pick them up for me but she doesn't want to travel too far.
  21. QUEENSLAND I'd be interested if you don't mind pick up...

    I'd be interested if you don't mind pick up between the 8th and the 10th.
  22. Metal runner

    Here's a link to the crosscut sled I made. https://books.google.com.au/books?id=t_YDAAAAMBAJ&lpg=PA91&dq=crosscut+sled&as_pt=MAGAZINES&pg=PA38&hl=en#v=onepage&q=crosscut%20sled&f=false

    I fixed the...
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    Yes Please

    I'd take one. Could see a company like Infinity doing one. Hope it goes into production.
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    I went a little overboard with a lamination of...

    I went a little overboard with a lamination of masonite, MDF and ply. 5mm Masonite against the table saw top for easy sliding, 12mm MDF for the body and 3mm ply for the top (more grippy than the...
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    More musings

    Hi Brett. I hope you will excuse more of my musings on workbenches. The following are my reflections after partially completing my benchcrafted shaker bench. I don't think they will change much with...
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    Hi Brett. All the best with the research. It's a...

    Hi Brett. All the best with the research. It's a heap of fun but can be frustrating with all the different options. FYI, I nearly went with the Hovarter system for my vices. The quick release...
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    I've been reading some more on your question...

    I've been reading some more on your question Brett. Another reason for the leg vice over a twin face vice is the issue of racking. Clamping above the screws provides nothing below to counteract...
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    Hi Brett. A very good question. I think the...

    Hi Brett. A very good question. I think the answer may come down to ergonomics. The following is info gleaned from reading Chris Schwarz and Jeff Miller.

    The leg vice is as you say, mostly used...
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    Hi Nick. I'm not completely sure one 25mm shaft...

    Hi Nick. I'm not completely sure one 25mm shaft is enough. I know that I referenced Matt Armstrong who used one 30mm https://www.woodworkforums.com/showthread.php?t=168559&page=3
    I went for two to...
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    The Hulk muscles up!

    Here are the photos from day 7 and 8 on the bench. As you can see the leg vice is in! Plenty of holding power with some toe in to spare. I had to remake the chop when I didn't put enough of an angle...
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    I have one

    I have the DCS6401 and have been very happy. I did read that aussie timbers could overload the filter so I also bought one of these for it. ...
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    Hi Rob. Thanks for letting us know the recipe....

    Hi Rob. Thanks for letting us know the recipe. I'm planning on giving it a go on another project. I didn't use milk paint on the bench as I didn't want to be experimenting for the first time with it.
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    Good to know it's durable! As far as how quickly...

    Good to know it's durable! As far as how quickly it got touch dry, I wouldn't know. Bunged a coat on in the morning each day before work over three days. It was always dry in the arvo:U As you say, a...
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    Finish

    Hi Brett. I went with the Minwax water based Wood Stain in antique jade. I read a few reviews that complained that it went on somewhere between a stain and a thinned paint which was exactly what I...
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    Hinges

    Hi Ray. Good pick up. I should have clarified the hinges are hand forged and whilst they are nearly all identical to the naked eye, it's that little half mm here and there that made the difference.
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    Progress

    Hi all. Here are some photos of further progress. Didn't bother putting up WIP as it's all been boring finishing and prep work.

    A tip that I learnt the hard way. If you're going to size doors...
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    Hope you get another mill. Let me know if and...

    Hope you get another mill. Let me know if and when you need me.
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    Are you still looking for some help Chris? Might...

    Are you still looking for some help Chris? Might be able to give you a day or two.
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    Hi Rob. Can you still see the grain through the...

    Hi Rob. Can you still see the grain through the milk paint? Cheers, Nathan.
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    Milk Paint

    Thanks for your response Rob. Do you put protective coat eg varnish, shellac over the milk paint? I read this improved the durability of milk paint but in reading your response I'm guessing it would...
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    Hi Simplicity. The user name is an old nick name...

    Hi Simplicity. The user name is an old nick name given to me by some very close friends. It was just Bob initially then I got my MBBS so it became Doctor Bob and then was lengthened to Doctor Bobski....
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    Day 5

    Managed to get half a day in the shed today. Had a crack at the half blind dovetails and whilst they are far from great, I think I did an alright job on cutting them for the first time in over twenty...
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    Thanks Pac Man. I also found Porter's Milk Paint...

    Thanks Pac Man. I also found Porter's Milk Paint which I can get somewhat locally here in Brisbane. I'll test the Cabots and if it doesn't do the job well enough I'll go back to the milk paint. I'll...
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    Hi Simplicity. I hadn't put any measurements in...

    Hi Simplicity. I hadn't put any measurements in yet. The base is 1550 long, 500 deep and 850 high.

    In regards to the finish, I was planning on milk paint followed by clear varnish in a shaker...
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    Day 4

    Here is the progress from today. I have finished gluing up all the door panels and should be able to hang them tomorrow or Monday.

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    I have also glued up some drawer runners. I've topped...
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    No Progress Report

    For those who are watching this thread I had said I'd post again today with progress. Instead of working on the bench I ended up taking the family to the beach. Will be back in the shed tomorrow so...
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    Day 3

    Here's the progress from day three. Spent the morning milling the rough sawn pine for all the remaining cabinet parts.

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    Finished the back off just prior to lunch

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    Spent...
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    I have the benchcrafted tail and leg vise. I'm...

    I have the benchcrafted tail and leg vise. I'm planning something a little different to the glide or criss-cross for the leg vise though.
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    Day 2

    So the day two photos don't look too much different to yesterday. Despite this it was a busy day. All the face frame joints were cut. Included is a photo of my new cross cut sled (with replaceable...
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    Benchcrafted Shaker Bench Build

    Well, it's been over three years in the making but I finally made a start today. The wood is mostly quarter sawn with some rift sawn radiata (thanks Mapleman for sourcing it!). Unfortunately some...
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