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18th March 2010, 01:46 PM
Thread: Souce of moulding sand?
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Hi Graeme, Been using petrobond (from CMS) for...
Hi Graeme,
Been using petrobond (from CMS) for years now. You are correct in that having no moisture content, you won't get steam, but will aluminium you get a shed load of smoke!
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6th September 2009, 09:25 PM
Thread: Tell him he's dreamin'
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They're all dreamin'
A little while back I needed a wood lathe for pattern making - ducked down to the big hardware store that rhymes with runnings - $99 BRAND NEW (GMC).
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17th July 2008, 06:46 PM
Thread: Aluminum purchase (where?)
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Viiking, I agree that the US dictionary is indeed...
Viiking, I agree that the US dictionary is indeed polluting our language. Sadly, I believe that most people don't have sufficient IT skills to even know that they are using US english, rather than...
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10th July 2008, 07:33 PM
Thread: Aluminum purchase (where?)
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Hi Metalhead, Forgive my advanced state of...
Hi Metalhead,
Forgive my advanced state of inebriation, but I think Vernon had a valid point......
Aluminium is indeed spelt (and called) aluminum 'over there'. And yes, they do have trouble... -
27th June 2008, 05:57 PM
Thread: Home made cast iron parts?
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Hi Ken, If you're not concerned about...
Hi Ken,
If you're not concerned about original parts, why not just cast in aluminium. It will be painted anyway (I assume), so you wouldn't know the difference. Structurally, I see no reason why... -
16th June 2008, 07:13 AM
Thread: Home made cast iron parts?
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Hi Neksmerj & Snowyskies, Metal casting is...
Hi Neksmerj & Snowyskies,
Metal casting is not only useful & rewarding, it's damn good fun!
I built my furnace a few years ago, and it is still giving great service. Aluminium is no worries... -
12th January 2008, 09:21 PM
Thread: Hercus 260 as a first lathe?
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Darren, At $1500, and assuming it's not a...
Darren,
At $1500, and assuming it's not a dog, that's a great deal.
Like everyone else has already said, go for it!
you won't regret it.
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12th November 2007, 06:44 PM
Thread: QCTP Tool Holder - the First
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Hi Craig, Cherry red is no worries - just...
Hi Craig,
Cherry red is no worries - just chuck them in the furnace. Pull them and and quench.
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7th November 2007, 06:47 AM
Thread: H&f Qctp
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Well done Craig! have to post some photos of...
Well done Craig!
have to post some photos of your handy work.
I almost bought a mill last week, but a mate talked me into buying a boat instead. Boat accessories are dearer than mill... -
27th October 2007, 08:06 AM
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G'day, I agree with Grahame, though going...
G'day,
I agree with Grahame, though going that way I would definately use the router to rebate the front and rear, and then use sheet. -
25th October 2007, 06:04 AM
Thread: H&f Qctp
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Well, all the best. I havn't used my 4WD at all...
Well, all the best. I havn't used my 4WD at all since coming down from Darwin. Just too expensive down here, not enough time etc. Which is a shame. Hope you enjoy the trip!
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24th October 2007, 04:11 PM
Thread: H&f Qctp
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No worries Craig, I subscribe to the 'no harm in...
No worries Craig, I subscribe to the 'no harm in asking' theory!
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24th October 2007, 05:57 AM
Thread: H&f Qctp
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You wouldn't be interested in making a second set...
You wouldn't be interested in making a second set by any chance?
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23rd October 2007, 10:42 PM
Thread: H&f Qctp
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Hi Craig, Yes, the Hercus is 9". Had a...
Hi Craig,
Yes, the Hercus is 9".
Had a look at the website, but couldn't find the AXA size toolpost. The toolholders though are kin expensive!
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23rd October 2007, 09:23 PM
Thread: H&f Qctp
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H&f Qctp
Does anyone have any experience with the Hare & Forbes Quick Change Tool Post (QA-140)?
Want to put one on my Hercus, just wondering if it's ok for size?
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6th October 2007, 06:47 PM
Thread: Lawnmowers - what to buy?
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Mowers...
One piece of free advice.
DON'T BUY A TALON 4 STROKE!!!
I did, from a place that rhymes with Runnings - what a load of CR%P. Breaks down, can't get spare parts!
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1st October 2007, 05:43 PM
Thread: Whacker Packer / Compactor
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Thanks All, I actually have a confession to...
Thanks All,
I actually have a confession to make.... Was talking to one of the blokes at work today, trying to work it all out, when he mentioned that they have a spare one that's never used... -
1st October 2007, 07:04 AM
Thread: Whacker Packer / Compactor
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Cheers
Cheers Burnsy!
That will be enough to work it out i reckon. And in record time. What a gentleman! thankyou very much.
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30th September 2007, 10:37 PM
Thread: Whacker Packer / Compactor
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Whacker Packer / Compactor
Does anyone know the inner workings of a plate compactor / whacker packer?
I bought a heap of pavers (cheap like a canary) from ebay, and want to pave the backyard. However, Can't justify a new... -
30th September 2007, 10:25 PM
Thread: ozito 90 Amp Mig Welder
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Cheap Welders
I agree, in that I wouldn't recommend the cheap / small welders. I bought a mid range MIG welder (cheap) from ebay. It runs to 160amp which is probably the minimum you should look at, IMHO.
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22nd August 2007, 03:52 PM
Thread: A question of strength
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Hi FlatOutBEn, Steel is around 3 times the...
Hi FlatOutBEn,
Steel is around 3 times the strength of Aluminium, but also around 3 times the mass. The trick that is normally used is to go the aluminium option, but make it 3 times thicker,... -
17th August 2007, 09:42 AM
Thread: mig gas cylinder volume ?
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I got a D sized bottle of Pure Argon (I weld...
I got a D sized bottle of Pure Argon (I weld aluminium as well) about a fortnight ago.
Supagas was cheaper than BOC, though only by a few dollars on refills, and only marginally cheaper on... -
9th August 2007, 10:30 PM
Thread: Novice Welding Questions (Grahame?)
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1200 welds? Mig is the only way to go! no...
1200 welds?
Mig is the only way to go! no chipping, no mucking around.
By the time you buy enough rods to do that many welds, the gas is easily the winner. Also, you won't have to change 500... -
1st August 2007, 08:48 AM
Thread: Argon for MIG / TIG
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Fair enough. Just a thought.
Fair enough. Just a thought.
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31st July 2007, 06:10 PM
Thread: Metal Lathe Paint
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Hammertone
Thanks Pedro,
Not too keen on the hammertone look. I personaly think that a normal finish would look better on the lathe.
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31st July 2007, 10:02 AM
Thread: Metal Lathe Paint
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Thanks Grahame and Gregory. I only use the 3M...
Thanks Grahame and Gregory.
I only use the 3M tape, is dearer but worth the expense, I agree.
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31st July 2007, 08:05 AM
Thread: Metal Lathe Paint
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Spraying.
I agree Craig.
The preperation is by far the most important thing. I intend rebuilding the lathe once, and once only. No short cuts. That's why I put the question out there, to find out what... -
31st July 2007, 07:56 AM
Thread: Argon for MIG / TIG
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Bottle Club
Hi Craig,
Thanks.
The idea of the bottle club is just a thought at this stage. The idea was that maybe it was possible to get 3 or 4 blokes together and share bottle rental, as most people... -
30th July 2007, 08:28 PM
Thread: Metal Lathe Paint
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Epoxy Enamel
Cheers Greg,
How do you find the one pack 'epoxy enamel' goes for hardness / durability?
The reason I'm asking, is I don't want to pull it apart again....
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30th July 2007, 08:01 PM
Thread: Metal Lathe Paint
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Metal Lathe paint
Cheers Ken,
I will probably go with a non-original colour. I was thinking of either beige or maybe blue / machinery green.
Lets hope someone has the good oil.
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30th July 2007, 07:15 PM
Thread: Hard Rock Maple in Brisbane
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Hard Rock Maple in Brisbane
Anyone know where I can get hard rock maple in Brisbane (preferably South Side)?
Want to build myself a new workbench, going to do the traditional European bench from Woodsmith.
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30th July 2007, 06:57 PM
Thread: Metal Lathe Paint
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Metal Lathe Paint
Hi All,
I am ready to strip / degrease / clean & paint my Hercus Model C lathe.
My question is: Does anyone have any recommendations of a suitable machinery paint?
I'm in Brisvegas, so... -
30th July 2007, 06:53 PM
Thread: Argon for MIG / TIG
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Argon for MIG / TIG
Just thought I should let all concerned know - You can get Argon / Argon blends through Supagas in Vic/NSW/QLD.
But BEWARE! They charge for their bottle rental from the first of the month. If you... -
3rd July 2007, 08:54 PM
Thread: Filling my Primus gas bottle
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Hi Jeremy, Mate, It's just a matter of an...
Hi Jeremy,
Mate, It's just a matter of an adaptor. The standard fitting (on the end of the decanting bottle hose) is called a "POL" fitting. It's just a matter of using either a "3/8 LH" or in... -
2nd July 2007, 06:56 PM
Thread: Teach myself fitting and turning
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Hi Mike, I did my Mechanical Engineering Dip...
Hi Mike,
I did my Mechanical Engineering Dip through TAFE in Newcastle. I did it part time, at night, with all the tradies who were looking to upgrade.
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30th June 2007, 08:47 PM
Thread: Small scale Casters in Melb
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G'day Gra, How big is a short run? If you...
G'day Gra,
How big is a short run? If you planning more than one run, why not just build your own furnace? The cost of having someone else do one job would pretty much cover the cost of building... -
25th May 2007, 04:53 PM
Thread: Hercus lathe motor details
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Ken, Are you questions re the Hercus motor...
Ken,
Are you questions re the Hercus motor satisfied?
If not, I have the original owners manual, spares manual & text book of turning available (in PDF format) on my website at:... -
13th May 2007, 09:38 PM
Thread: Flush trim bits
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Exactly as I said before, the 1/2" is stiffer...
Exactly as I said before, the 1/2" is stiffer than the 1/4", but the 1/4" will fit into places the 1/2" won't.
The shank diameter has no bearing (pardon the pun) on the issue, unless you drop... -
13th May 2007, 08:25 PM
Thread: Flush trim bits
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a 1/2" bit will allow greater stock removal &/or...
a 1/2" bit will allow greater stock removal &/or better finish due to being stiffer, whilst a 1/4" bit will allow you to get into smaller spaces.
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6th May 2007, 07:26 AM
Thread: Moving Machinery
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Get a good one
Steve,
I had a metal lathe moved from Adelaide to Brisbane in January. Cost was $400 for a "specialist". In the end, they just shrink-wrapped it, and stuck it on some couriers pantech.
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30th April 2007, 11:01 PM
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Hi Craig, Welcome to the forums. My...
Hi Craig,
Welcome to the forums.
My ADVICE, if the lathe does not have a leadscrew / pick gears / gearbox would be to trade in /sell/ swap for a more conventional lathe.
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30th April 2007, 10:42 PM
Thread: Face Plate Clamping
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Hi, Hare & Forbes sell T-nuts in various...
Hi,
Hare & Forbes sell T-nuts in various sizes (both metric and imperial).
Another option is to make your own T nuts, and tap them to suit the studs that you have.
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29th April 2007, 07:59 AM
Thread: Hercus bits & Pieces
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Hi, I agree with Grahame, really need some...
Hi,
I agree with Grahame, really need some larger photo's. Also agree that they are probably from the 260, rather than 9" precision.
I have a 9" Model C, and have been collecting as much info... -
11th April 2007, 09:06 AM
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Hi Colin, I don't think that home made tyres...
Hi Colin,
I don't think that home made tyres would be any good for a full size cart, as they would need reinforcing etc. Like the idea though.
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11th April 2007, 08:22 AM
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Colin, Well, I'm sort of in the process of...
Colin,
Well, I'm sort of in the process of building a golf cart, and after finding out the price of golf cart tyres & rims, I decided to cast & machine my own rims. Sadly, haven't worked out how... -
10th April 2007, 10:29 PM
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What's the job?
Colin,
What is the job?
Depending on the job/heat treatment required / surface finish/hardness etc, etc- simply casting up the tube in suitable lengths would be pretty simple.
There are a... -
28th March 2007, 08:05 AM
Thread: Wanted Petrobond info.-supplier
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Hi Schtoo, How's Japan? I'm not sure...
Hi Schtoo,
How's Japan?
I'm not sure where to get Bentone in Japan, but Bentone is just a trade name at the end of the day. There must be someone there who sells something similar.
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28th March 2007, 12:52 AM
Thread: Wanted Petrobond info.-supplier
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Hey Forge, As I said earlier, I havn't had a...
Hey Forge,
As I said earlier, I havn't had a chance or the need to play with K-bond (as I still have good stocks of Petrobond). However, as soon as my new gas bottle based muller is completed,... -
27th March 2007, 10:03 AM
Thread: Wanted Petrobond info.-supplier
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No worries Impalabazz. You are right in that the...
No worries Impalabazz. You are right in that the yanks (and the poms too) are into petrobond. There is quite a lot of useful stuff on the web in regards to casting.
I havn't yet tried K-bond,... -
27th March 2007, 07:07 AM
Thread: Wanted Petrobond info.-supplier
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Might be helpful
Hi Impalabaz,
I posted the original reply that was referred to earlier.
I use petrobond, and source it through CMS right here in Brissy.
Petrobond (more correctly oil bonded sand -...