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  1. It is just a start and I agree that it would be...

    It is just a start and I agree that it would be beneficial to make more than one. I plan to make a complete set in the near future.
  2. How relatively easy making a Cabriole Leg was!

    A big big thank you for John in assisting me to make this, my first cabriole leg. I was daunted initially by the task but with guidance and assurance from John I was able to complete the leg. I am...
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    Hi Tony i would be reluctant to say that a...

    Hi Tony
    i would be reluctant to say that a circular saw would be compatible with a track unless you use something like a proprietary Kreg adapter plate. However a lot of tracksaws are compatible...
  4. Thread: Man Shake

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    I am on the man shake, I have lost 7kg in about 7...

    I am on the man shake, I have lost 7kg in about 7 weeks. The flavours are ok, but I like that they have vitamins and minerals included and thus being a proper meal replacement
  5. Hi Bruce, Spraychief have one on eBay for $500...

    Hi Bruce, Spraychief have one on eBay for $500 ono. The Fuji guns are expensive but very good. Sorry Bruce the T70 is a suction cup not a gravity fed gun
  6. I would ring RDG, Robert Gregory we will know

    I would ring RDG, Robert Gregory we will know
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    Looking Great John!

    Looking Great John!
  8. SOLD: Good luck with the sale Lamello are the Rolls...

    Good luck with the sale Lamello are the Rolls Royce of biscuit joiners. I own the Zeta P2 and can’t fault it.
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    I would say that the Forster bits and Brad point...

    I would say that the Forster bits and Brad point drill bits would be superior to a lot of other products on the market. As for twist drill bits, I would think that there are comparable options that...
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    KLEIBERIT 501 - PUR Polyurethane Adhesive...

    KLEIBERIT 501 - PUR Polyurethane Adhesive

    This one has an open time of 20 mins and clamp time of 1 hr.
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    Hi John, Elraco Distributers in Adelaide might...

    Hi John, Elraco Distributers in Adelaide might have some stock but as with PU glued shelf life is a concern and their stock may be quite old. I’ll keep looking though
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    This one is a 2 hour clamp time, not sure of open...

    This one is a 2 hour clamp time, not sure of open time. I use it for cork and wood
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    Hi John I have had the privilege to view your...

    Hi John I have had the privilege to view your work and it is awesome. You are an accomplished woodworker and I think that your work should be entered into the AWR awards.
    regards Tony
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    I don’t claim any special knowledge but in my...

    I don’t claim any special knowledge but in my experience a small percentage of people are prepared to pay good money for timber, most people want a bargain. I spend about 4K whenever I buy timber but...
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    I use a Dimar FTG for ripping, a Flai ATB for...

    I use a Dimar FTG for ripping, a Flai ATB for crosscutting and I have a CMT triple chip for panel materials.
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    Hose that connects cyclone to bin

    Hi everyone,
    I have a cyclone seperater that has about an 1and 3/4 hose that connects from my he cyclone to the bin underneath.
    What is the function of this hose, I don’t use bags and I was...
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    Hi Tony, I know that this is an older thread,...

    Hi Tony,
    I know that this is an older thread, but I can share what I use. I regulary use Australian timbers and a few imported timbers (Walnut, Maple and Rosewood). I use a HVLP setup by Fuji, I...
  18. When looking for a mitre saw go for one that...

    When looking for a mitre saw go for one that allows adjustments of the fence etc. Most mitre saws require adjustment from factory.

    I have the 12" Bosch non glide and it is ok, probably should have...
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    Thanks Auscab

    Thanks Auscab
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    They also make Dominos as well for the Festool!

    They also make Dominos as well for the Festool!
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    Anyone used Bix Aussie Biscuits

    Hi everyone,
    Has anyone used the Australian made “Bix” biscuits? You can get them in hoop pine or poplar hardwood. They are comparable in price but more importantly I want to support Australian made...
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    Thanks everyone, I put a 10mm blade on the...

    Thanks everyone, I put a 10mm blade on the bandsaw and it cut a lot more accurately. Thanks again for your timely advice.
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    Thanks Tom and always. It makes perfect sense. I...

    Thanks Tom and always. It makes perfect sense. I do have another blade which is about 1/2 inch wide. I will set that blade up and taking it easy perform another test cut.
    Thanks again
    regards Tony
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    Thanks Andy, my apologies, The cut from a given...

    Thanks Andy, my apologies, The cut from a given length has a difference of about 1.5mm from end to end. say 9mm at the start and around 7.5/8mm by the time I finish the cut. The timber is around...
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    Advice please

    Hi everyone, I have what I think is a 17" bandsaw. I am resawing spotted gum around 90mm. I have a 25mm resaw blade with around 3 this.
    I have rematches the YouTube video by Snodgrass which was...
  26. Thanks for the replies. Most aftermarket plane...

    Thanks for the replies. Most aftermarket plane socks are impregnated with silicone, I understand the issues regarding silicone and finishing it fish eyes in the finish.
  27. Home made Silicone Impregnated Plane Sock

    I have just purchased a nice English Stanley with a Hock blade and chipbreaker. I would like to protect it and have put a light film of paste wax on the sides and sole of the plane.
    My wife is a...
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    SOLD: The price might be a bit steep, the same plane...

    The price might be a bit steep, the same plane unused and in the original box was $150 in Brisbane earlier this week.
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    Wanting a quality set of screwdrivers

    Can anyone recommend a set of screwdrivers, the cheap ones I use are hopeless.
    Thanks in advance
    Tony
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    A big thank you to you Andrew, the MFT top is...

    A big thank you to you Andrew, the MFT top is awesome and it was great to spend time watching and learning about CNC.
    Cheers Tony
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    Hi GlenRob, I hope ill health is behind yo and...

    Hi GlenRob, I hope ill health is behind yo and you can enjoy the woodwork and the members here.
    Cheers Tony
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    ScoMo a man for every occasion!

    I have never spoken about politics on this forum but it seems to me that only in Australia can you be criticized for taking the responsibility of governance seriously as well as forward thinking in...
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    I use a Trade tools vacuum for shop cleaning, a...

    I use a Trade tools vacuum for shop cleaning, a Festool CT26 for mitre saw, sander and router. Have ducted 150mm for machinery.
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    I have sent you a private message. Regards Tony

    I have sent you a private message.
    Regards Tony
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    CNC machining MFT top in Brisbane

    I would like to have an MFT style worktop made using a CNC machine. The top will be made out of plywood.
    Does anyone know or have experience in having this done in Brisbane? If so can you provide...
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    I signed up to Axminster and according to the...

    I signed up to Axminster and according to the website they now won't ship to Australia for Mafell and Festool products. A few days ago the cart would allow shipping but not now.
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    You will have to add GST 10% to that price upon...

    You will have to add GST 10% to that price upon arrival
  38. Hi Andrew, I have a similar size shed to you, 6x9...

    Hi Andrew, I have a similar size shed to you, 6x9 and I share common thread that it's tool small and never big enough!
    Certainly a respirator is a good idea however it may become difficult and a...
  39. Well done, very fancy mitre station.

    Well done, very fancy mitre station.
  40. Here are my thoughts. All Mitre Saws that I have...

    Here are my thoughts.
    All Mitre Saws that I have used, Makita, Hitachi and Bosch all required "tune up" before usig them. There are some good videos online on how to do this. Most SCMS have...
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    I just want to thank all of your replies about a...

    I just want to thank all of your replies about a basic hand plane setup. I am grateful

    Regards Tony
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    Don't be too hard on yourself. The idea was good...

    Don't be too hard on yourself. The idea was good in theory but let down in practice.
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    That is so funny!

    That is so funny!
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    Unusual Covid Dream

    I unfortunately have covid and laid up in bed. I have been having some weird dreams which aren't listed as symptoms. Wondering if other members are having unusual dreams with their covid?

    My...
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    You certainly have a gift with toolmaking, those...

    You certainly have a gift with toolmaking, those and the previous pictures look bespoke and a credit to you.
    I typically would use a shoulder plane on rebates around 8mm, so a plane width to suit.
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    Thanks KahoyCutter, I did look at them, I think I...

    Thanks KahoyCutter, I did look at them, I think I will buy the three I mentioned with a view to add a shooting plane later.
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    Derek, thank you.I will take that advice. Thank...

    Derek, thank you.I will take that advice. Thank you and others for being to the he point and on point.
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    Without trying any planes I am leaning towards...

    Without trying any planes I am leaning towards Veritas for the bullnose plane and block plane but maybe a LN for the number 3.
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    Thanks Derek. I am use mainly machinery and power...

    Thanks Derek. I am use mainly machinery and power tools but I like to fit and finish with hand tools where required. I have a couple of planes a old, old Stanley block plane with a sweetheart logo on...
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    Thanks KahoyCutter, I am not a collector and my...

    Thanks KahoyCutter, I am not a collector and my tools will be passed down to our children if it is something they would like.
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