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27th August 2018, 06:31 PM
Thread: Melbourne show 2018
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I don’t think I’ll be going this year. The...
I don’t think I’ll be going this year. The thought of driving there from a Frankston with my trailer and not finding a park nearby (like at Caulfield, or previously at Showgrounds) and then turning...
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9th July 2018, 07:44 PM
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You could have it professionally cut and...
You could have it professionally cut and resoldered but to be honest it’s more trouble than it’s worth........just ditch it and get another.......
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9th July 2018, 08:29 AM
Thread: Laguna 18bx
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Hi Brian.......sorry for late reply.....don’t...
Hi Brian.......sorry for late reply.....don’t come here as often these days.
im happy now with the 18bx.....initially I wasn’t. When I first purchased it (my first big guns BS) I was told by the... -
29th October 2017, 08:09 AM
Thread: Where to buy in Melbourne
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So....any other places around Melbourne that have...
So....any other places around Melbourne that have rough sawn (around 200 x 50) furniture grade timber for sale??
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29th October 2017, 08:06 AM
Thread: Poplar timber
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I would be interested to but from the lack of...
I would be interested to but from the lack of responses I'd say it's no longer available in Aus.
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14th September 2017, 02:31 PM
Thread: SE Melb timber supplier
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Ditto.....would love to know where woodworkers in...
Ditto.....would love to know where woodworkers in SE Melb get their rough sawn hardwoods from?
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25th May 2017, 08:29 PM
Thread: Laguna cyclone
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As the original poster on this thread......here...
As the original poster on this thread......here is an update.......I ended up deciding on purchasing the Laguna 3HP C-Flux. Main reason is that I don't have the height for the other ones mentioned....
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13th May 2017, 09:59 AM
Thread: SawStop Router Table wing coming soon
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The router option does look good but what worries...
The router option does look good but what worries me is compatability of the router lift with routers available here.
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13th May 2017, 09:56 AM
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Mandj......what DCd o you use.....pic? cheers
Mandj......what DCd o you use.....pic?
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13th May 2017, 09:46 AM
Thread: Laguna 18bx
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Had a look at the MiniMax but out of my price...
Had a look at the MiniMax but out of my price range.
purchased the Laguna 18BX.....once up and running I'll post a review in the Review section of this forum.
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7th May 2017, 07:47 PM
Thread: Laguna cyclone
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I guess that is a universal issue if the product...
I guess that is a universal issue if the product is USA /Canada based unless made here or in Europe......
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6th May 2017, 05:41 PM
Thread: Laguna cyclone
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Got some info today and the Laguna C- Flux...
Got some info today and the Laguna C- Flux cyclone single phase motor has been changed for Aus distribution to a 240VAC 50Hz rated unit.
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4th May 2017, 04:52 PM
Thread: Laguna cyclone
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Can a VFD be used with a single phase motor??
Can a VFD be used with a single phase motor??
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4th May 2017, 04:48 PM
Thread: Laguna 18bx
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Thanks Dom.....the BX is Korean made I...
Thanks Dom.....the BX is Korean made I believe.....doesn't mean it's inferior I guess but I'll google the MiniMax and check it out.
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4th May 2017, 07:02 AM
Thread: Laguna 18bx
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Laguna 18bx
Looking at a new 18" bandsaw.
any one have the Laguna 18bx? If so appreciate any feedback.
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4th May 2017, 07:00 AM
Thread: Laguna cyclone
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Thanks for the feedback. i only have a 2.2m...
Thanks for the feedback.
i only have a 2.2m ceiling height where the DC is (sloping garage roof). Would the clearvue fit and what model do you have?
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3rd May 2017, 08:49 PM
Thread: Laguna cyclone
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Laguna cyclone
Has anyone got the Laguna 3 Hp c-flux cyclone? If so, I'm interested in getting it and would appreciate any comments good or bad......
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23rd December 2016, 05:04 PM
Thread: Toolkraft radial arm saw
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You've done your table so this post is somewhat...
You've done your table so this post is somewhat late. I've had a RAS for over 20 years now and the precision greatly improved once I made a table top that was flat and stayed that way. I've...
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8th November 2016, 10:28 PM
Thread: Table Saw Top Dip
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This is were I got my table top flattened a few...
This is were I got my table top flattened a few years ago.....
HM Precision Grinding Service
in Cheltenham, Victoria
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8th November 2016, 10:11 PM
Thread: Drum Sander
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I ditto the above. I also have the Supermax and...
I ditto the above. I also have the Supermax and it's excellent......very solidly built, easy to setup and change the paper.......it has proved to be a good investment for me.....
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27th October 2016, 01:24 PM
Thread: Table saw no go
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Yep table saw dust collection is a PITA! I've...
Yep table saw dust collection is a PITA! I've even converted my opening to a 6" duct in the hope that will solve matters and although somewhat better it still does not eliminate about 30% of the...
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23rd October 2016, 08:37 AM
Thread: Vacume Table
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I also use MDF, skinned both sides as my bleeder...
I also use MDF, skinned both sides as my bleeder /spoilboard.
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12th October 2016, 08:31 AM
Thread: Triton TRA01 Winder handle assembly
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Yep that was going to be my last avenue to make...
Yep that was going to be my last avenue to make my own from scratch.......I think that may indeed be the way to go and I can design and 3D print the winding handle to fit.
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9th October 2016, 08:14 PM
Thread: Triton TRA01 Winder handle assembly
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Thanks Lappa.......yes I've already found that...
Thanks Lappa.......yes I've already found that link some time ago but the winder assembly TRA410 part number is on the schematic but not listed on their site for purchase. I'll try and emil them...
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7th October 2016, 09:13 PM
Thread: Triton TRA01 Winder handle assembly
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I have a Woodpecker plate and believe me I've...
I have a Woodpecker plate and believe me I've tried all kinds of combinations......the router has to face a certain way so that I can access the switch easily (the switch cover has to be over the...
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7th October 2016, 09:08 PM
Thread: Triton TRA01 Winder handle assembly
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Hello Lappa.......Can you point me to where I can...
Hello Lappa.......Can you point me to where I can purchase the extrusion from?
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7th October 2016, 07:45 AM
Thread: 10" table saw blade with 5/8" arbor
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I use a Forrest Woodworker II with alternate...
I use a Forrest Woodworker II with alternate bevel and raker....to create square bottomed cuts. Cuts cleanly in both cross cut and rip when used with zero clearance insert.
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7th October 2016, 07:27 AM
Thread: Triton TRA01 Winder handle assembly
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Thanks guys for your responses. the reason for...
Thanks guys for your responses.
the reason for getting another one is simply that the one I have is too short and hits the fence when using.....so I want to extend the handle higher. As the... -
4th October 2016, 08:36 PM
Thread: Triton TRA01 Winder handle assembly
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Triton TRA01 Winder handle assembly
I have a TRA01 mounted on a router table. Looking for a winder handle assembly.....the one you use to raise and lower the router. Looked at spares online and they do not ha e it listed. If...
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4th October 2016, 08:46 AM
Thread: Which tilt side for a table saw?
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Advantage of left tilting is that the good face...
Advantage of left tilting is that the good face of the material being cut is on top and so less chance of marring the surface and any tear out will be on the inside face. The blade also faces away...
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28th September 2016, 08:40 PM
Thread: Experiences with the Tormek systems
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I use both the Tormek and diamond / wet stones. ...
I use both the Tormek and diamond / wet stones. The Tormek for bulk of my re sharpening whenever needed and in between I use the wet stones, flattened with a diamond plate before use. The in...
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25th May 2016, 08:00 AM
Thread: Which 6 inch jointer?
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Go 8" you won't regret it! The extra 2" makes a...
Go 8" you won't regret it! The extra 2" makes a difference......
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28th February 2016, 10:22 AM
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I look forward to Bosch further developing their...
I look forward to Bosch further developing their 'saw stop' equivalent, which is not only superior but unfortunately only available with their portable in-field unit. It would be good for Saw...
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8th February 2016, 07:26 PM
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I wouldn't be happy with 0.7mm difference between...
I wouldn't be happy with 0.7mm difference between front and back of the blade......0.7 is significant enough for me to ask Carbatec what they are going to do about fixing or replacing this....
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28th January 2016, 06:02 PM
Thread: Moulding Blade - Don't shoot me😃
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You know these days with variable speed routers...
You know these days with variable speed routers you can get some big router bits by slowing the revs right down that can cut nice profiles as well......but equally scary to use.
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27th January 2016, 09:07 AM
Thread: Moulding Blade - Don't shoot me😃
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Moulding Blade - Don't shoot me😃
OK so I bought of eBay a Sears Craftsman moulding set for a Table saw......I know you are going to say I'm a fool, that it is dangerous, doesn't work, sounds evil, etc, etc....
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26th January 2016, 08:06 PM
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Welcome Stan.... definitely needs...
Welcome Stan....
definitely needs alignment.....blade to mitre slot, fence to mitre slot....all parallel.
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15th December 2015, 08:50 PM
Thread: Blade alignment - Jet JPS 10" ProShop
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Yes that's how you adjust a cabinet or hybrid...
Yes that's how you adjust a cabinet or hybrid table saw. I'm not aware of the technical aspects of your particular saw but looks like a contractor's saw.....these are trunnion adjusted normally as...
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5th November 2015, 09:06 AM
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Dont get to pedantic about it. I use 5 thou...
Dont get to pedantic about it. I use 5 thou (inches) accuracy on CNC and its fine. Rip a piece say 2 foot long and measure either end with calipers.....if it's 5 thou or less its damn fine for...
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11th September 2015, 02:39 PM
Thread: Crosscut sled - adjustable metal runners
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I use this one for my sleds Kreg Jig & Fixture...
I use this one for my sleds
Kreg Jig & Fixture Bar - 30"you can get them from Carbatec. -
I have the 500 and ditto comments above. in...
I have the 500 and ditto comments above.
in most cases the smaller unit does everything you want albeit by using multiple dominos for bigger pieces.
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31st March 2015, 01:20 PM
Thread: Best table saw 1.5k
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Good saw for its price......had mine now for past...
Good saw for its price......had mine now for past 2 years or so.....
Here's my review if interested....... https://www.woodworkforums.com/showthread.php?t=148542
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6th February 2015, 06:54 PM
Thread: How to make jointer tables coplanar?
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I have a P-200H.....had it now for 2 years......
I have a P-200H.....had it now for 2 years...
well it's no Powernatic.....you just have to get it as best as you can.
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2nd January 2015, 06:37 PM
Thread: Table saw repairs Mount Waverley
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Metester......I have a SB10 variant and what you...
Metester......I have a SB10 variant and what you had has happened to me as well. Every few months you need to get in via the motor opening armed with a small wire brush, spray cleaner and...
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27th November 2014, 10:36 AM
Thread: My short lived romance with Leda
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You should consider posting a review in the...
You should consider posting a review in the Reviews section of this forum.....
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27th November 2014, 10:33 AM
Thread: Should I buy a combination machine
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Personally if you have the space having seperate...
Personally if you have the space having seperate machines setup and ready to go is the way......this is how I have it......but I can understand the attraction of a combination machine in tight spaces...
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20th November 2014, 12:04 PM
Thread: First few bandsaw blades - what to get?
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I used McDiven for first time the other day and...
I used McDiven for first time the other day and was impressed with them. If you are looking for hyped and elaborate website details then you won't get it from them.
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21st October 2014, 08:40 AM
Thread: Have I bought the wrong model Thicknesser
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A bit late but don't come here often.... I...
A bit late but don't come here often....
I have a735 and no problems cutting hardwood if you take advice above.
one thing I've noted is that the OEM blades quickly blunt or nick without too... -
24th September 2014, 08:47 PM
Thread: Should I change arbor size from 30 to 25mm
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I think that 30mm and 25mm are European...
I think that 30mm and 25mm are European standards.....5/8" the US standard. You are better to just get blades with 30mm bore than trying to machine a larger bore onto a smaller bored blade....won't...
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8th September 2014, 04:16 PM
Thread: Masterwood mortiser in action
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Very interesting!! Bit like a Domino, except...
Very interesting!! Bit like a Domino, except square!
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