Thread: Next Turn-on 18th-19th OCT.

been waiting to do that one



cheers

Mea culpa.

We've gone off line.

And now you're missing delicate talk about about how wide his socket is and how big my shaft is ...

Yeah, OK, Jeff and I can start a new, er, thread.

Originally Posted by rsser

And now you're missing delicate talk about about how wide his socket is and how big my shaft is ...

Yeah, OK, Jeff and I can start a new, er, thread.

Remember to omit the bits about group hugs & stuff like that.

Well since Ive been invited by the Calm one... I will look into airfares and see how we get on should be able to wing it... will depend on flights and arrivals and such but if I can get a flight after work on the Friday spend the weekend and fly back Sundy night should be a goer

Just need to figure sleeping arrangements... Im docile quiet (yeah I actually am quiet retiring type of fella) relaxed dont snore spit fart (much ) drink a little (read 3 pot screamer! ) dont spread out and take over the place non demanding... oh and friendly!! so any single good lookin sheilas with a spare bed?? Just pullin yer leg... well... ummm errr I will need a bed so... to sleep in yer wombats!!! strewth minds above yer navels fellas

oh!!! Im also domesticated!! Can clean dishes vacuum make beds cook (can I cook!!!) and I can lift the lid on the dunny!! oh and lower it again

And David your right mate... a break would be bloody awesome!!!

Originally Posted by Wild Dingo

Well since Ive been invited by the Calm one... I will look into airfares and see how we get on should be able to wing it... will depend on flights and arrivals and such but if I can get a flight after work on the Friday spend the weekend and fly back Sundy night should be a goer

Just need to figure sleeping arrangements... Im docile quiet (yeah I actually am quiet retiring type of fella) relaxed dont snore spit fart (much ) drink a little (read 3 pot screamer! ) dont spread out and take over the place non demanding... oh and friendly!! so any single good lookin sheilas with a spare bed?? Just pullin yer leg... well... ummm errr I will need a bed so... to sleep in yer wombats!!! strewth minds above yer navels fellas

oh!!! Im also domesticated!! Can clean dishes vacuum make beds cook (can I cook!!!) and I can lift the lid on the dunny!! oh and lower it again

And David your right mate... a break would be bloody awesome!!!

Like i said in the PM Shane - you get here and the rest will happen ok at this end. Just give us a couple of days notice and i will see "who" can help.

Cheers

So, to get back on track, I now have at least four problems:

- hollowing lidded boxes (as noted earlier)
- starting cuts with the gouge (Ern has suggested successfully that I start a cut with a parting tool)
- taking fine cuts with the gouge (do I use a smaller gouge?)
- rippling with the gouge

No doubt these are problems for novices like me, but the instruction would be invaluable.

Jeff

Originally Posted by jefferson

So, to get back on track, I now have at least four problems:

- hollowing lidded boxes (as noted earlier)
- starting cuts with the gouge (Ern has suggested successfully that I start a cut with a parting tool)
- taking fine cuts with the gouge (do I use a smaller gouge?)
- rippling with the gouge

No doubt these are problems for novices like me, but the instruction would be invaluable.

Jeff

My suggestion would be - send the VL300 to my palce and i will check that most of the problems are not in the machinery

Never did get that address

Cheers and see you there jeff

I think I've said this previously, but the old hands out there can be very cheeky.

My VL300 is suffering from novice usage no doubt. But, with the help of forum members, I will turn it to good use. Eventually.

Problem no 5: dust extraction.

I've got a 15 amp cyclone waiting in the wings and would welcome any thoughts at the turnfest. I'll try to bring down some pics, so you all know the possible layout.

Jeff

Originally Posted by jefferson

I think I've said this previously, but the old hands out there can be very cheeky.

I'm not an old hand at turning but I think I can handle those cheeky ones , so I'm coming together with my daughter who has taken up turning.


Peter.

Me too!

I would love to come... can make it on the Sunday.. I haven't done much turning lately... been busy with toddler toys etc but as mentioned earlier...I would love to improve my finishing and polishing techniques... Maybe I will turn up something and bring it with me to practice on if that's ok.

Regards,

Chipman

Originally Posted by Sturdee

I'm not an old hand at turning but I think I can handle those cheeky ones , so I'm coming together with my daughter who has taken up turning.


Peter.

Good for you Sturdee.

Originally Posted by Cliff Rogers

Good for you Sturdee.

Thanks Cliff. I've had a lathe (then basic Taiwannese model) for about 15 years and a basic set of cheap chisels which I've hardly used as I never really got the urge to do it much on it, so it was relegated to the under stairs section of the workshop.

Had to make room in the main part of the workshop and relocate the lathe to make it more comfortable for her to use.

Since starting on it a few weeks ago (after watching Norm Abrams on NYW do it) she's turned a few bats and some captive rings type rattle and has started on a bowl. Not bad for being self taught so some expert guidance should be great. Any tips would be great.

Peter.

Hey Steurdee, Tell her "go girrrrl" from tea lady.