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17th June 2022, 02:10 PM
Thread: Jointer blade replacemant question
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Jointer blade replacemant question
Hi all
Ive just started the process in swapping out the blades on my jointer and have noticed the old blades have a slot cut in them and the gibs have a matching pin. These pins knock out easily... -
30th September 2020, 01:59 PM
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Thats good news !
Thats good news !
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28th September 2020, 07:31 PM
Thread: Stanley 98/99 side Rabbet planes
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So Ive disasembled the planes and had them in the...
So Ive disasembled the planes and had them in the electrolysis setup for probably about 16 hours.
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22nd September 2020, 08:17 AM
Thread: Stanley 98/99 side Rabbet planes
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Thanks for the advice. I will keep you up to date...
Thanks for the advice. I will keep you up to date on my progress.
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22nd September 2020, 08:10 AM
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He offered it for $9500 after it closed without...
He offered it for $9500 after it closed without selling.
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17th September 2020, 05:45 PM
Thread: Stanley 98/99 side Rabbet planes
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17th September 2020, 07:41 AM
Thread: Stanley 98/99 side Rabbet planes
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Stanley 98/99 side Rabbet planes
Hi all
I've recently acquired a set of Stanley 98/99 side Rabbet planes. They need tidying up and sharpening before use. Anyone know of a good write up or video describing setup and use of these. ... -
8th September 2020, 08:11 AM
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1820s Tool Chest and early NZ colonial period tool collection
This is for sale on trade me in New Zealand if anyone has a bit of spare coin.
C. 1820s Tool Chest and early NZ colonial period tool collection | Trade Me
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1st May 2020, 05:11 PM
Thread: Stanley 92 Sole Damage
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Stanley 92 Sole Damage
I am thinking about buying this stanley 92 but it has some damage to the sole its in awesome condition otherwise. Will this damage stop it working or is it largely inconsequential.
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13th April 2020, 03:12 PM
Thread: More Chisel Restorations
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More Chisel Restorations
More Lockdown Tool Restorations
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13th April 2020, 02:59 PM
Thread: Chisel Advice heavy tool
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Chisel Advice
Been spending much of this lock down in the shed cleaning up and restoring tools. Over the years Ive collected about 60 or so chisels through Trade me. Some duplicates I have donated to a friend. ...
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19th November 2019, 07:08 AM
Thread: Kuffy's Workbench
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Working in that marine environment make sure you...
Working in that marine environment make sure you coat everything in epoxy resin and antifoul the legs :p
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8th April 2013, 04:37 PM
Thread: chassis black paint anyone?
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I used auto body primer and gloss black paint...
I used auto body primer and gloss black paint then oven hardened about 5 years on and still good
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16th July 2012, 07:38 PM
Thread: Truck Loads Of Tools!
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drool :oo:
drool :oo:
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16th July 2012, 07:15 AM
Thread: How do I...
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These may just be press rivets they may pry apart...
These may just be press rivets they may pry apart and press back together
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20th June 2012, 06:24 AM
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gel paint stripper for the paint then...
gel paint stripper for the paint
then electrolyisis for the rust then wire brush steel wool and lots soapy water to remove the crud
dry well with a heat gun or hair dryer
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22nd May 2012, 07:20 AM
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Hi Derek just curious but the photo under ...
Hi Derek just curious but the photo under
"Step Three: The sliding skate will be attached to the body, with the long brass screw (called the Clamping Knob) replacing the blade guide knob"
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3rd May 2012, 12:51 PM
Thread: Tormek warranty & bonuses
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You better make sure that policy is within the...
You better make sure that policy is within the law. I dont know what the law is in Australia but I know here in New Zealand that companies must honour warranties even if the product is parallel...
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28th April 2012, 09:31 AM
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If your doing occasional home use stuff i.e 10 cm...
If your doing occasional home use stuff i.e 10 cm runs in up to 6mm then a cheap
$200 140amp should be fine as I find i rarely use more than 2 rods before stopping and cleaning and setting up the... -
27th April 2012, 06:55 PM
Thread: Purchase of Erik Anton Berg plane?
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:doh: didn;t notice that :U
:doh: didn;t notice that :U
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27th April 2012, 06:49 PM
Thread: Purchase of Erik Anton Berg plane?
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This type of thing is a dime a dozen and the only...
This type of thing is a dime a dozen and the only reason that he wants $70 for it is the Berg name.
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8th April 2012, 09:51 AM
Thread: Witlin and Rasping
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Ok guys own up who's doing the review? :wink::U
Ok guys own up who's doing the review? :wink::U
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15th March 2012, 05:28 PM
Thread: Dust extraction choices
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Hi Jim here is my 2 cents if you are using...
Hi Jim
here is my 2 cents
if you are using large amount of mdf in your work and making lots of fine powder everyday then yes I suggest you invest in so personal protective gear.
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26th January 2012, 03:12 PM
Thread: Clamping Tool
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They look expensive and my bet is that you could...
They look expensive and my bet is that you could do the same thing with a couple of hinge components
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26th December 2011, 07:43 AM
Thread: WIP - Groggy's Workbench
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You just need to decide that (assuming you have...
You just need to decide that (assuming you have old style wood windows) that they all need replacing with new ones made by yourself and the new bench. That should get you back in the shop. :U
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24th December 2011, 04:56 PM
Thread: Workbench top
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As far as I know There are products that are...
As far as I know
There are products that are slightly thickened into a paste that you mix a hardener into
they can be used as a glue or filler these are sometimes tinted
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21st December 2011, 07:16 AM
Thread: Disston Saw - rehab suggestions
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I would give it a good scrub using detergent and...
I would give it a good scrub using detergent and a stiff brush then a thorough dry with a hair dryer. Then assess whether it needs further rehab ie rust treatment stripping and painting etc. Rust...
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19th December 2011, 06:55 AM
Thread: Workbench top
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I agree about getting it off the floor and...
I agree about getting it off the floor and letting it stabilize. You have to be happy that the gaps are not structurally an issue and you can live with them. I would tend to flatten then fill with...
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15th December 2011, 11:54 AM
Thread: Clement's workbench - WIP
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Good work You might want to consider recessing...
Good work
You might want to consider recessing those bolts further down as it wont take much to run a plane or chisels into them . You probably only need 30mm of wood to hold the vice.
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6th November 2011, 06:04 PM
Thread: *Gasp* Painting tools...
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I don't think that restoring planes by painting...
I don't think that restoring planes by painting they is frowned upon. unless it is rare then better left alone. The handles are better left waxed or oiled. Personally I used High gloss Engine enamel...
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19th October 2011, 04:56 PM
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You might be waiting a while for those chisels. I...
You might be waiting a while for those chisels. I think one forum member waited over 18 months but apparently they are worth the wait :cool:
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10th October 2011, 05:55 PM
Thread: WIP - Groggy's Workbench
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Time to give it a beating with chains and a...
Time to give it a beating with chains and a scorch with a blowtorch to give it some patina :D
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28th September 2011, 07:44 PM
Thread: A few very small problems....
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Kerosene or metho is supposed to kill borer
Kerosene or metho is supposed to kill borer
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27th September 2011, 04:31 PM
Thread: Wood Rebate Plane ?
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Danke wolfgang fur der link.
Danke wolfgang fur der link.
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27th September 2011, 04:29 PM
Thread: Stanley No2 Value?
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Thanks for the replies guys It gives me a better...
Thanks for the replies guys It gives me a better idea what its worth
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25th September 2011, 03:13 PM
Thread: Wood Rebate Plane ?
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Wood Rebate Plane ?
Hi All
Got given this Wood Rebate Plane with an adjustable mouth that works in good condition. I cant read the Transfer or maker mark it may be Dundee or Arundel I dont want to scrape the transfer... -
25th September 2011, 03:04 PM
Thread: Stanley No2 Value?
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Stanley No2 Value?
Hi All visiting at a friends place today and saw a Stanley no 2 in a display cabinet and made a comment about it they showed it to me and I made a comment that It might be worth something substantial...
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21st August 2011, 01:47 PM
Thread: LN Special Edition block plane
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I thought limited production run translated as...
I thought limited production run translated as someone in the factory stuffed up and we have 200 planes that wont suit the design they were intended for so. I know lets sell them as a special edition...
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21st August 2011, 01:06 PM
Thread: Wooden screw for leg vice
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There are a couple of options Carbatec sell a...
There are a couple of options
Carbatec sell a tap and die set designed to cut threads in dowel and lee valley sell a more extensive kit as well
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29th July 2011, 07:39 PM
Thread: WIP - Groggy's Workbench
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I you look closely you can tell Groggy has...
I you look closely you can tell Groggy has dovetailed the concrete on the shed floor :;
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8th July 2011, 01:42 PM
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I think that Dan (Boz in OZ) used a bench crafted...
I think that Dan (Boz in OZ) used a bench crafted vice and Groggy might have as well in their bench builds they would be the ones to ask.
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24th June 2011, 09:02 AM
Thread: WIP - Saw Restorations
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Dont waste the maple on a hard point as they...
Dont waste the maple on a hard point as they can't be sharped once blunt they are throw away.
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29th May 2011, 04:26 PM
Thread: Show us...the tools you've made
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? Major panic is the square in your pics a...
? Major panic
is the square in your pics a Colin Clenton square or one you made yourself?
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19th May 2011, 05:33 PM
Thread: using electrolysis to remove rust
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just follow the instructions here Electrolytic...
just follow the instructions here
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12th May 2011, 09:49 PM
Thread: antique workbench tops
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Please do not sandblast them that will ruin them...
Please do not sandblast them that will ruin them
I suggest sugar soap and steel wool or those green scrubbing pads I suggest you do not leave them soaking in too much water as thesewere probably... -
4th May 2011, 07:25 AM
Thread: Advice on what to buy please
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I like camelia oil as it dries on the tools and...
I like camelia oil as it dries on the tools and prevents rusting many people recommend wiping down tools after use with a rag soaked in oil to get rid of sweat and oils that will rust your tools in...
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3rd May 2011, 08:47 PM
Thread: question for derek cohen
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I believe that magnet is probably a magnetic base...
I believe that magnet is probably a magnetic base off a dial indicator as pictured in the link but I am sure Derek can confirm
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10th April 2011, 09:48 AM
Thread: What oil to use in lapping a plane.
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I cant see Camelia oil being a problem it will...
I cant see Camelia oil being a problem it will aid in rust protection for sure. I just read an article that suggests you give it a clean after in water and detergent but that would mean needing to...
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3rd April 2011, 07:24 AM
Thread: Handle Restoration
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Hi most here are apposed to varnish or...
Hi
most here are apposed to varnish or polyurethanes for various reasons. Mostly to do with the fact they are harder to refinish. Most tend to use Ubeaut waxes, Tung oils Linseed etc. Basically... -
2nd April 2011, 01:34 PM
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:U after having just seen the new veritas dove...
:U after having just seen the new veritas dove tail tool