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17th December 2011, 07:11 AM
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Thanks for the responses guys
I think this is one of those situations where I just have to jump in and have a go, work out where I need to improve the method, then try again. Thanks for taking the time to respond, they were...
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13th December 2011, 10:46 PM
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Clarification on creating a template please
I apologise, yes another template question but at least I have done some research and now just need some clarification as to whether my idea will work or otherwise.
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27th November 2011, 07:41 AM
Thread: Hollow wooden surfboard
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Use your laminate trimmer to cut the cork
Hello Cub,
Board is coming along nicely, well done.
You can buy a vent from this guy:
http://www.surfinggreen.com.au/store/hollow-wood-vented-brass-screw-new-model/
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25th August 2011, 08:31 PM
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John, Sorry to hear you have been unwell mate,...
John,
Sorry to hear you have been unwell mate, get better quickly, the surf board / kayak makers of Australia need you.
Thanks also for the other responses. The common theme was that I needed... -
23rd August 2011, 08:32 PM
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Handplaning paulownia...help needed please.
Team,
I enjoy making hollow timber surfboards out of western red cedar (WRC) and paulownia. The decks are cut to 5mm thick, 60mm wide planks on my bandsaw. In the past I have sanded the planks... -
Perhaps I could make some supportive comments for John's service
All,
I would like to recommend John and his business. I have purchased Paulownia from John, the timber is great quality, John is a great bloke to deal with, and he arranges transport for you. What... -
30th April 2011, 09:20 AM
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I have plans for a plywood storage frame
Clinton,
I have plans for a plywood A frame storage system, just like Ray's but you make it out of plywood instead of steel. It is effectively 2 sheets of 12mm plywood in an A shape on top of a... -
29th April 2011, 09:18 PM
Thread: Hollow wooden surfboard
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That comment made me laugh Spring water
Mate, that comment made me laugh.....I say stuff like that and my kids tell me it is because I am too "old school". My oldest bloke told me it would be embarassing to ride on a timber board....only...
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29th April 2011, 09:06 PM
Thread: Hollow wooden surfboard
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Before you proceed Cub, have a look at some websites
Cub,
Looks like you are on the right track mate.
I have made a number of hollow wooden surfboards (HWS) and am just in the middle of making another one for my daughter....a 5'10 fish with a... -
26th April 2011, 08:09 PM
Thread: Shop made shoulder plane
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Have a look at this thread, Tiger
Tiger,
One of my favourite threads was created back in November 2005 by Aaron. He had a great tutorial on how he made a shoulder plane. I think he may have also put a subsequent thread on after... -
26th April 2011, 07:57 PM
Thread: Has anybody used spray on contact cement?
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Kwikgrip through a srpay gun, that is surprising.
Hi fellas,
Thank you both for the replies. To be honest I thought you would have to get a special product to spray it through a gun, didn't realise you could thin and spray Kwikgip. I might give... -
25th April 2011, 10:57 PM
Thread: Has anybody used spray on contact cement?
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Has anybody used spray on contact cement?
Hello,
I am after some advice about contact cement. I am just about to glue up the rails on my hollow wooden surfboard, and I am laminating bending plywood and cork to form the rails (method... -
12th February 2011, 08:25 PM
Thread: Having fun with cyclists
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What exactly is your point here?
I am surprised that comment was missed by the cyclists out there.
Can you please explain to me the relevance of a cycle courier working in the centre of Sydney has with respect to 3 people riding... -
8th January 2011, 12:11 PM
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Thanks for the offer
Andy,
Thanks mate for the offer. I have a similar item and did toy with that idea, but it is really important that the skins are uniform in thickness both along and across the length of the... -
7th January 2011, 10:14 PM
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OK. Try again! Looking for drum sander in Nth West Syd
Maybe there are lots of people awaty on holidays, but there must be a kind soul who would assist me with this.....simple, straight forward job, can't take more than 20 minutes.
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2nd January 2011, 08:05 PM
Thread: Problem with my GMC router!
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I could try the speed control by-pass
Thanks for the suggestions fellas.
I have nothing to lose, so I will try the speed controller by-pass. Just 1 problem.....how do I do that?
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2nd January 2011, 08:37 AM
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Looking for someone with drum sander, northwest Sydney
Happy New Year to all!
I am in the process of making my second hollow wooden surfboard and am looking for somebody who may sand the top and bottom decks for me.
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2nd January 2011, 06:35 AM
Thread: Aldi CHainsaw
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Don't you hate that?
Hi Artme,
Don't you hate it when you can't get something to go and the next bloke gets it almost immediately......I could almost picture your face when you said that.
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2nd January 2011, 06:22 AM
Thread: Problem with my GMC router!
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Thanks for the reply, have checked the brushes.
Robert,
Thanks for the reply.
I did pull the brushes out just in case there was a problem with them. They looked OK to me, to to be honest I wasn't exactly sure what I was looking... -
31st December 2010, 07:52 AM
Thread: Problem with my GMC router!
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Problem with my GMC router!
Hi all,
"Problem with my GMC router" is not an uncommon statement, I know.
My GMC router will not progress beyond the slow start speed when I turn it on. I was using it for about 15 minutes... -
27th December 2010, 10:50 PM
Thread: Recycled hardwood fence posts
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Great chairs, Al
Hi Al,
Great to see you recycle timber that would have found its way into landfill into something that is useful and also looks great. Nice one!
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23rd December 2010, 10:49 PM
Thread: Infill Plane
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FOG it is then!
Good one, Gerry. I was hoping you would take that suggestion in the right way, just a bit of fun just before Christmas........ and you have already recruited your No. 1 member!
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22nd December 2010, 06:28 PM
Thread: Infill Plane
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Yeah...... great idea.
I could be in the group, especially if Gerry was to make me something as nice as that. Perhaps a brainstorm on the name of the group:
1)FOGs (friends of Gerry)
2)FOGgers
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21st December 2010, 08:35 PM
Thread: Infill Plane
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Nice job!
Well done Gerry, lovely job. I am sure your friend will be thrilled. I would be.
Did you create the plan yourself, or did you take it from somewhere?
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8th December 2010, 08:19 PM
Thread: difference between 6k and 10k grit
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10k stone....you don't really need one.
Luckduck,
I have a 10k stone, but only because I bought it along with lots of other goodies from a bloke on this forum.
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21st November 2010, 07:51 AM
Thread: Old Stanley 60 1/2??
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Adjustable mouth plate.
Hi mate,
I own 3 block planes, one is the Lie-Nielsen 60 1/2, one knuckle joint block plane no. 65, and an old non-adjustable 202 (I think that is correct). I just love block planes and you will... -
31st May 2010, 08:56 PM
Thread: Good Better Best -Origin(for me)
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If I remember my WW1 history correctly, the...
If I remember my WW1 history correctly, the Furphy water carts were used to water the men in the front lines. The term a furphy comes from the drivers of those tanks who were always spreading...
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31st May 2010, 08:23 PM
Thread: Lee Valley service
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I will add my support to Lee Valley too. I have...
I will add my support to Lee Valley too. I have purchased gear from them on several occasions, and as you say delivery is incredibly fast. I also found that when the $AU was up over US$0.90, it was...
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25th May 2010, 07:59 PM
Thread: Hollow Wooden Surfboards
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Perhaps you could have a look at this surfboard
Hi Crackerboy,
Have a look at the stunning board made by recycling old fence pailings. I think the timber may have been blue gum, not sure.....but definitely a hardwood.
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9th May 2010, 10:39 PM
Thread: DMT diamond stones on ebay
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I bought some DMTs on Ebay....great to have
Hi,
I bought 2 DMT diamond sharpeners on Ebay, they were a bargain and work very nicely.
I have the Extra Coarse / coarse on 1 stone and fine / extra fine on the other. I use them now to... -
19th April 2010, 07:29 AM
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Thanks for your help Derek
Thanks Derek,
Always looking for good, practical information......I am a willing student.
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18th April 2010, 10:58 PM
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Thanks for the response Derek
Derek,
That was quick, thank you for the response.
Life is one big trade off, isn't it? I have a strop but must admit to having had mixed resluts with it. I suspect it rolls the edge and... -
18th April 2010, 09:53 PM
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Can I use the Charlesowrth "Ruler Trick" on my BU blades?
Hello all,
I have been doing a search and failed to locate any direct answer to this question. If it has been covered I would appreciate a reference.
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17th April 2010, 09:42 AM
Thread: who would come to the sale?
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I would travel from Sydney to Goulburn
Les,
First of all, I read your story with considerable sadness. It must be heart breaking to lose a life long partner in such a way. Are you sure that after a period of time you may not want to... -
17th April 2010, 09:33 AM
Thread: Bicycles vs Cars
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That proves your point, doesn't it? What sort of...
That proves your point, doesn't it? What sort of lunatic throws full bottles of beer!
Seriously though, I agree with your comments....car culture frowns upon the cyclist, however some of the... -
15th April 2010, 09:46 PM
Thread: Bicycles vs Cars
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My view, if I may.
Hello all.
Interesting thread. I did not want to let it past without a comment.
I am 45 years old and have riden for fitness and raced since I was 23, so I have a few miles under my wheels.
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10th March 2010, 09:39 PM
Thread: tree removal african style
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Technical advice by SA Rugby Coach
I think he was being advised by SA's Rugby Union coach, Peter de Villiers...............he is a genuis too.:2tsup:
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6th March 2010, 07:03 AM
Thread: Rusty Plane
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Another method
Hi,
Since we are talking rust removal.....I had to remove very heavy rust from the way tubes of an old Shopsmith I was restoring. Long, skinny uitems are difficult.
I picked up a tip that... -
6th March 2010, 06:44 AM
Thread: Hollow Wooden Surfboards
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Well done Justin, looks great
Hi Justin,
Have been following your posts in T2Sea. Great work, mate. Congratulations.
Thought you might be interested to know, I have enrolled for the HWS making course run by Paul Jensen... -
6th March 2010, 06:39 AM
Thread: the dog house
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Australian dogs can't talk
Hobo,
Yet another way you guys are leading the world.Having been an owner of Australian Cattle Dogs for most of my life, I can report they are loyal, hard working and reasonably intelligent. Try... -
6th March 2010, 06:33 AM
Thread: sloppy fiting mitre slide
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Pleased to hear it worked
Hi Mike,
Pleased it worked. Sometimes the most simple methods are the best.
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3rd March 2010, 09:06 PM
Thread: sloppy fiting mitre slide
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Use a hole punch!
Mike,
I had exactly the same problem. Simple and effective way to fix it is to clamp the steel runner securely into your vice, take a hole punch and strike the side of the runner firmly enough to... -
13th February 2010, 08:30 AM
Thread: This may be a dumb question......
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Thanks Travis, that helps
Thanks Travis,
Yes, I will be making it into strips, around 25 by 8mm.I can manage to do that on the table saw.....I will have a crack that way first. I have to admit I was worried if it would... -
12th February 2010, 07:07 PM
Thread: This may be a dumb question......
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OK, then thats how I will go
Thanks Alan,
I like the idea of 1/4 sawn. It looks great in my opinion, and since it will be stable I will have a go.
A will post some pictures when its finished.
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12th February 2010, 06:36 AM
Thread: This may be a dumb question......
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Some more information
Thanks for the responses.
Answers to your questions / clarification:
1) I intend to make strips about 30-40mm wide, 8 mm thick for a surfboard. They will go through my thicknesser and... -
11th February 2010, 06:41 PM
Thread: This may be a dumb question......
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This may be a dumb question......
but i will ask it anyway!
I bought a very old liece of oregan timber, 4900mm long, by 170 by 70mm.
It has a thick covering of paint on 3 sides so it is difficult to determine the grain, but... -
27th January 2010, 06:44 AM
Thread: Paulownia Surfboard
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Justin, No offence taken here, thanks for the...
Justin,
No offence taken here, thanks for the information. The nice thing about living in a democracy is that we are all allowed an opinion, and should express it without fear. A good debate... -
23rd January 2010, 07:04 PM
Thread: Paulownia Surfboard
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Be assured, I will show you the finished product
Justin,
I suspect you will see the surfboard well before it is finished.....I will be after advice from you well before then.
I have a good supply of woodworking gear (thicknesser, table saw... -
23rd January 2010, 11:51 AM
Thread: Paulownia Surfboard
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Thanks for the response Justin
Thanks Justin, quick response.
I checked out the other forum, that looks fantastic.
I might have a crack too. For the price of the kit they seem great value, but the money is not my priority.... -
23rd January 2010, 08:01 AM
Thread: Paulownia Surfboard
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Great board, congratulations
Hi Justinrasta,
Congratulations on the board, I love the contrast of the fins and the deck. The detail around the swallow tail is equally impressive and the fish shape must make it a nice board...