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6th August 2016, 12:58 PM
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Thanks soundman, advice appreciated. Must...
Thanks soundman, advice appreciated.
Must admit, Ive thought about this a couple of times before and could never bring myself to pull apart my old, small 2.5hp compressor to use the tank. ... -
5th August 2016, 10:54 AM
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Thanks guys for the replies. The more I read,...
Thanks guys for the replies.
The more I read, the less I feel I know and the more I feel I should shy away from 2k paints, at least for now. Notwithstanding the safety concerns, the general... -
2nd August 2016, 01:47 PM
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Spray gun advice - Im in search of info...
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This maybe a long post, but please bare with it... I think Ive exhausted Google and need words of wisdom from the wise...
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2nd August 2016, 08:42 AM
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A quick update on this guys (apologies it's taken...
A quick update on this guys (apologies it's taken me a while to get back)...
I slowed the router down and took off half the material in the first pass. No problem at all. The 1600W Bosch had... -
5th June 2016, 08:43 AM
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Australian plywood sources - again
Lappa,
Would this be Warringah Timbers by any chance?? I've used them before and it was a good experience.
If it's someone different could you let me know as I have a few sheets to order soon and... -
4th June 2016, 04:38 PM
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Another way of skinning the proverbial cat:) I...
Another way of skinning the proverbial cat:) I hadn't thought of that.
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4th June 2016, 01:11 PM
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Can this be used hand-held or table only??? - Carbitool T 924 B 1/2 - 45^ Chamfer bit
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I have a 3.4m x 0.9m x 32mm MDF workbench that I want to but a 45^ chamfer to the underside along one long edge (then a radius on the top edge).
This cutter will take 22mm depth which is... -
3rd May 2016, 10:34 AM
Thread: Router Advice...
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Sorry for the late reply... I ended up getting...
Sorry for the late reply... I ended up getting the Bosch GOF1600 CE.
When I got the Tritons in my hand they just didn't feel right - a personal thing I'm sure because on paper there's nothing... -
2nd May 2016, 08:00 PM
Thread: Quandry (domino v lens)
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Just checked... Mine is the 70-200 f2.8L IS USM -...
Just checked... Mine is the 70-200 f2.8L IS USM - it's the MkI version.
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2nd May 2016, 08:56 AM
Thread: Quandry (domino v lens)
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Quandry (domino v lens)
Just one other thought re the weight... Yes it's big and heavy, but I often carry it around all day (Motorsport & horsey events) without a problem.
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2nd May 2016, 08:52 AM
Thread: Quandry (domino v lens)
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Interesting, I'd never go with that compromise. ...
Interesting, I'd never go with that compromise. I agree re cost and weight and probably for 80% of the time f4 would be acceptable but when the light drops of you want to be a tad creative, that...
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2nd May 2016, 08:46 AM
Thread: Quandry (domino v lens)
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Quandry (domino v lens)
M'mmm. Well I don't have the Domino but I do have that lens. It is absolutely stunning. Amazing optics and incredibly sharp at every stop. I've had mine in the back of the Land Rover for many many...
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2nd May 2016, 08:41 AM
Thread: a day in the shed with the kids
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Well I reckon good on ya. Be warned though I...
Well I reckon good on ya. Be warned though I reckon you could be stood on top of a slippery slope:) From pretty much before I could walk (apparently) I spent years as a kid with my father in his...
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2nd May 2016, 08:34 AM
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Looks good. I have some 19mm Brushbox boards that...
Looks good. I have some 19mm Brushbox boards that have just come up and I'm about to do the same. Are your boards nailed/glued/screwed to a board Beneath the floorboards? How is it all held together?...
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5th April 2016, 05:15 PM
Thread: Building a computer desk
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My thoughts are that sagging will be an issue...
My thoughts are that sagging will be an issue over time and a span that length needs a central support of some kind.
I started a job just like this last weekend; at least a home office desk.
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4th April 2016, 05:17 PM
Thread: Chris Vesper interview
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I like Chris, a real top bloke... and some...
I like Chris, a real top bloke... and some excellent products as well. I'm looking forward to watching this tonight.
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9th December 2015, 07:22 AM
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I don't have one, otherwise I'd offer... I...
I don't have one, otherwise I'd offer... I suspect some kind soul with a table saw would quickly through the blade over and cut a few grooves for you.
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23rd November 2015, 07:23 AM
Thread: Best joint for frame
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I'm sure I recall that you can order online at...
I'm sure I recall that you can order online at Masters. We don't have one locally either but I was on their website a week or two ago looking at some other clamps.... I didn't end up pursuing them...
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23rd November 2015, 07:18 AM
Thread: Wood Machinists tool box
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That wouldn't be hard! When I'm working on the...
That wouldn't be hard! When I'm working on the cars they only tend to get washed for lunch & dinner:) in between that an occasional rag maybe used!
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19th November 2015, 07:10 PM
Thread: Wood Machinists tool box
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Excellent cabinet but has it ever been used? He...
Excellent cabinet but has it ever been used? He said it was for his mechanics tools - just 1 day of me using it would have oily stains all over it!!
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14th November 2015, 08:03 AM
Thread: Coloured edging - cutting boards
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Coloured edging - cutting boards
A Purple Heart edge perhaps, attached via tounge & groove?
I'd suggest an oil finish to the whole board.
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17th September 2015, 10:13 PM
Thread: Router Advice...
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Thanks for this. I have a Black & Decker...
Thanks for this. I have a Black & Decker Workmate and had actually thought I maybe able to make a table of sorts by suspending the router between the Workmate open jaws and off a thick plywood...
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4th September 2015, 12:57 PM
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Lucky Bu**er! Whilst it may not be top shelf in...
Lucky Bu**er! Whilst it may not be top shelf in the quality stakes, its a hell of a lot better than nothing. I wish I could drop on stuff as good as that for nicks!
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2nd September 2015, 12:43 PM
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Thanks for this. The house is (or was last year...
Thanks for this. The house is (or was last year - due another inspection) free of termites but they are in a tree close by (approx 10-15m). A house 100m away was eaten by them a few years ago and...
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2nd September 2015, 08:24 AM
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Thanks guys. Hardwood top sounds like a no...
Thanks guys. Hardwood top sounds like a no brainer, now for the hard part - the frame!
A metal frame maybe somewhat problematic for me as I cant really weld. The steel shelving / framing like... -
31st August 2015, 07:46 PM
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What timber for under-house work bench in termite area?
Evening gents,
I need to make a proper new work bench come storage shelves to replace the shelf of a bench that the previous house owner fashioned from chipboard.
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28th August 2015, 08:30 AM
Thread: Router Advice...
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Thanks all for the advice, much appreciated. ...
Thanks all for the advice, much appreciated.
Im a big enough and young enough bloke so know I could move the TRA around OK, but I suspect its a case of "just because I could doesn't mean I... -
25th August 2015, 08:24 PM
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Update... Because 2 of the particular joints...
Update...
Because 2 of the particular joints that kept leaking were a PITA to get to I went down to Reece's and bought a couple of 1/2" BSPT - 1/2" BSPT brass fittings and some thread tape! They... -
25th August 2015, 09:42 AM
Thread: Router Advice...
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Thanks for this... much appreciated. With...
Thanks for this... much appreciated.
With regards the collet sizes across the range Im left a little confused... Is this a Triton Marketing strategy?
Baby JOF001 = 1010W, 1/2" collet, NO rack &... -
24th August 2015, 10:22 AM
Thread: Router Advice...
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Router Advice...
Hi All,
Following on from my previous posts Im now starting to look for a plunge router. Many people seem to suggest Triton, Makita or Hitachi. Ive used my fathers OLD Makita previously and a... -
21st August 2015, 08:44 PM
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Thanks all. I can see one thing I haven't done...
Thanks all. I can see one thing I haven't done when using the Stag and that is de-grease the fittings before sealing.
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21st August 2015, 08:39 PM
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:) Yes Im aware thread tape exists here :) I also...
:) Yes Im aware thread tape exists here :) I also know from first hand that the Bunnies stuff is rubbish and based on others recommendations thought I try the Stag.
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21st August 2015, 01:52 PM
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Stag Jointing paste - What am I doing wrong??
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This follows on from my previous post about my airline pipe around my garage...
A bit of background...
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13th August 2015, 03:52 PM
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Bar Wrench. Interesting links though, I'll have...
Bar Wrench.
Interesting links though, I'll have a look in more detail later. Perhaps another practice project coming along:)
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13th August 2015, 08:07 AM
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Quick update on this. I dropped on a No7 P&N...
Quick update on this.
I dropped on a No7 P&N wrench and its plenty big enough for a 1/2"BSP tap.
Apart from the nice quality of the unit, I really like that one of the handles unscrews. This... -
11th August 2015, 07:59 PM
Thread: Workshop LED lighting
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Workshop LED lighting
I've been thinking about the AEG T8 tubes for a while, to replace my aging Fluro tubes.
Apart from disposing of the tubes what else is sacrificed to get the power usage drop?
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30th July 2015, 10:50 PM
Thread: Kreg Pocket Hole Jigs / System
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Wow! Thanks guys for all the replies. It appears...
Wow! Thanks guys for all the replies. It appears I have a few choices to make!
Firstly the easy bit...
My other tools extend to AEG 18V drill and impact driver plus a Hitachi C1 Brad Nailer and... -
30th July 2015, 02:07 PM
Thread: Kreg Pocket Hole Jigs / System
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Kreg Pocket Hole Jigs / System
I have a couple of projects coming up where I need to make some drawers for the garage and generally get stuff put away. I need them to be robust as they'll be holding tools and other bits and bobs....
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27th July 2015, 09:28 PM
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Thanks Bob, Definitely not wood - I already have...
Thanks Bob,
Definitely not wood - I already have some of the "traditional" wood bits for that.
Mostly I'll be in brass or ally, sometimes steel.
I'll go for the MT2 shanks.
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27th July 2015, 08:34 PM
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Used MT2 shank drill bits or new straight shank
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I need a 19/32 and 3/4 drill bit. EBay has a few used Sutton MT2 bits and also new Sutton straight shank versions.
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25th July 2015, 10:26 AM
Thread: Brass Oiler... Will this work?
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Quick response as always:) Michael, you've...
Quick response as always:)
Michael, you've confirmed what I was thinking and that picture is exactly the kind of thing I had looked at buying, before I had a not so bright light bulb moment:)
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25th July 2015, 09:53 AM
Thread: Brass Oiler... Will this work?
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Brass Oiler... Will this work?
Ok guys, I need a small oiler (to drip one or two drops of tool oil into my air tools - I'm currently using a small squeezy bottle and spilling 2 drops for every 1 that goes down the nitro...
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22nd July 2015, 11:20 PM
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Thanks everyone... This really is a great...
Thanks everyone... This really is a great fountain of knowledge.
I was thinking / looking at the Warragul dies - looks like thats not a great idea! I also hadn't thought about holding the pipe... -
22nd July 2015, 10:17 AM
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Just called into Reece's to check prices... 1"...
Just called into Reece's to check prices...
1" gal pipe is about $70 for a 1.8m length. I thought this was expensive.
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21st July 2015, 08:15 PM
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Thanks Guys. I can't weld anywhere near good...
Thanks Guys.
I can't weld anywhere near good enough so I'll be cutting threads!
Do you guys use PTFE tape and still get the leaks?
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21st July 2015, 02:15 PM
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Where can I buy 1" or 3/4" Galvanised water pipe from?
Afternoon guys...
Ive decided Im going to bite the bullet and run some airline around the garage. Ive read the various threads about benefits / disadvantages of using steel pipe / gal pipe /... -
19th July 2015, 11:43 AM
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How do inline oilers work on your airline?
Thanks guys, much appreciated.
My compressor is a Peerless PV25, soil oil sump type.
I think I'll stick with the couple of drops at the start end end of use. Seems most practical for the... -
17th July 2015, 01:07 PM
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How do inline oilers work on your airline?
Just a quick question... How do inline oiler's work?
I don't particularly want to introduce an oiler into my airline around the garage and have my airline hoses full of oil / have to keep an oily... -
15th July 2015, 02:22 PM
Thread: Bosch Mitre Saw help...
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M'mmm I'll have a look at that, I haven't come...
M'mmm I'll have a look at that, I haven't come across that problem yet (most of my work isn't very thick). Im assuming that being a European brand the thread will be metric - I should be able to...
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15th July 2015, 01:22 PM
Thread: Bosch Mitre Saw help...
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Thanks for the reply. At least it suggests that...
Thanks for the reply. At least it suggests that Im not a complete idiot (at least not in this regard:U ).
I don't have a planer or table saw, or room for them come to think of it... But I do have...