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15th August 2023, 08:11 PM
Thread: Bowl Scraper Question
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Thanks for this Mobyturns. My issue is area...
Thanks for this Mobyturns.
My issue is area where the side transitions into the bottom of the bowl so I have assumed as you have described the bevel is getting in the way. More to the point, they... -
15th August 2023, 07:51 AM
Thread: Bowl Scraper Question
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Thank you all for taking the time to share your...
Thank you all for taking the time to share your wisdom!
I think I will spend some more time in the shed. Its makes more sense to me now that the bowl scraper is thicker hence the price difference. -
13th August 2023, 02:40 PM
Thread: Bowl Scraper Question
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Bowl Scraper Question
Hi All,
Probably a straight forward question but I thought I wouldn't just assume.
I am fairly new to bowl turning and am turning a number of blanks into sawdust trying to practice and improve... -
3rd October 2022, 07:05 PM
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The Wood Knight (or similar) and Down Under...
The Wood Knight (or similar) and Down Under Woodworks are 2 x Australian woodworkers who have project builds along with discussing tools and machines...
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19th June 2022, 05:26 PM
Thread: slow speed grinder
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I have also purchased the Sherwood (Timbecon)...
I have also purchased the Sherwood (Timbecon) slow speed grinder recently. I also has a wobble in the wheels. Once I dressed the wheels they are running true. I have sharpened a few of my HSS lathe...
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14th November 2021, 01:21 PM
Thread: Christmas 2021 prize draw # 133
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30th June 2021, 01:50 PM
Thread: rebate plane advice
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I made a fence for mine once I worked out how...
I made a fence for mine once I worked out how much it would cost to buy one and how hard they were to find on ebay or similar. Mine was also missing the depth stop which I think is more useful than...
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26th June 2021, 03:46 PM
Thread: New / Old Lathe Headstock Issue
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Awesome Mobyturns... Thanks for sourcing this...
Awesome Mobyturns...
Thanks for sourcing this info from someone with the first hand knowledge.
I went to a local bearing place yesterday and discussed with the guy there. I ended up with a 30mm... -
23rd June 2021, 07:14 PM
Thread: New / Old Lathe Headstock Issue
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I just got back from pulling the spindle and...
I just got back from pulling the spindle and bearing out again.
Unfortunately, it wasn't as I thought and was hoping for. I will put this up incase someone comes across this thread at a later date... -
22nd June 2021, 07:47 PM
Thread: New / Old Lathe Headstock Issue
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Thanks for the replies. It is correct to say...
Thanks for the replies.
It is correct to say that Technatool wouldn't be of any help. There reply was brutal.... We stopped supporting that model long ago.. Try google...
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21st June 2021, 05:20 PM
Thread: New / Old Lathe Headstock Issue
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Thanks Treecycle, both bearings move or at least...
Thanks Treecycle, both bearings move or at least the shaft moves on the first bearing and the second bearing moves due to the way it is housed on the spindle.
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21st June 2021, 05:13 PM
Thread: New / Old Lathe Headstock Issue
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Thanks Bohdan, I dont recall seeing a groove when...
Thanks Bohdan, I dont recall seeing a groove when I cleaned out the housing before I put the bearing back in but I will double check. I felt a slight glimmer of hope once I read your suggestion... I...
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20th June 2021, 08:22 PM
Thread: New / Old Lathe Headstock Issue
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Thanks Skew, Under the pulley is a position to...
Thanks Skew, Under the pulley is a position to tighten the grub screw in the pulley to hold it in place. Unfortunately it moves with the shaft when the bearing moves.
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20th June 2021, 08:20 PM
Thread: New / Old Lathe Headstock Issue
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Thanks for putting this forward Mobyturns.....
Thanks for putting this forward Mobyturns.. Unfortunately my shaft doesnt have the slot for a circlip or the ability to get to shaft while its in the headstock to put one one
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20th June 2021, 07:21 PM
Thread: New / Old Lathe Headstock Issue
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New / Old Lathe Headstock Issue
A question for those who have pulled apart and/or re-build and older lathe.
I have recently purchased a used Nova Comet lathe.
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15th June 2021, 07:09 PM
Thread: Lathe choice
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Thanks again for everyone's input. I ended up...
Thanks again for everyone's input.
I ended up buying the Nova Comet pictured, it is indeed very small as I was advised. I figured it would be a good entry point, if I decide I need something more... -
28th May 2021, 08:25 PM
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I believe I have the same set up on my Carbatec...
I believe I have the same set up on my Carbatec Contractor Saw. No riving knife but instead a splitter that is attached to the blade guard. When I picked up the saw second hand this was one of the...
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25th May 2021, 06:51 PM
Thread: Lathe choice
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Thanks for everyone's input. I appreciate you all...
Thanks for everyone's input. I appreciate you all taking the time to share your wisdom. Not sure what I will do yet. Might take some time to think..
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23rd May 2021, 07:47 PM
Thread: Lathe choice
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Lathe choice
Hi All,
Just wanted to put this out and see what others think.
I have a choice of 2 lathes. Both similar specs, one new and the other 30 or so years old.
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7th April 2021, 06:00 PM
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QUEENSLAND Which suburb in Brisbane is this located?
Which suburb in Brisbane is this located?
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27th December 2020, 07:36 PM
Thread: January 2021 - PRIZE DRAW #131
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DRAWN & CLAIMED I'm in
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20th October 2020, 08:41 PM
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Thanks to all for your responses! Gave me that...
Thanks to all for your responses! Gave me that extra bit of confidence which I appreciate...
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11th October 2020, 08:25 PM
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Do 33 deg nails fit a 34 deg air framing nailer?
Probably a silly question.
Building a deck, treated pine structure with merbau decking.
I have purchased a framer that takes 34 deg nails. I was going to use it for skew nailing the joists and... -
26th August 2020, 07:17 PM
Thread: September - PRIZE DRAW - #128
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6th July 2020, 04:13 PM
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There will be others that know more than me but...
There will be others that know more than me but this was my experience with similar projects. I had to set up two nurseries at once and used some used furniture, repainting and re purposing to keep...
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23rd June 2020, 07:46 PM
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QUEENSLAND Withdrawn from sale, obviously no interest. Looks...
Withdrawn from sale, obviously no interest. Looks like I will have to build some more things!
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14th June 2020, 07:57 PM
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QUEENSLAND 3/8" Beadlock Loose Tenon Sticks - 20 X 50mm pieces - Will Post in Aust
I have made up what I thought would be a few years worth of loose tenon stock for my Beadlock kit (poor man's Domino) and upon reflection its probably a few lifetimes worth.
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14th June 2020, 04:17 PM
Thread: Redesign an entrance hall table
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Hi Derek, An idea for the construction of the...
Hi Derek,
An idea for the construction of the drawer.
I am now embarrassed to say the Hall Table I built looks very similar to the one that everyone say looks crap... :) Maybe I am not the one... -
7th June 2020, 02:21 PM
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Thanks all for your thoughts, I appreciate the...
Thanks all for your thoughts, I appreciate the time taken to reply.
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5th June 2020, 08:20 PM
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Dust Extraction for my Bench top Thicknesser
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I have done a fair bit of reading in this forum and spoken to Carbatec and I understand what I have isnt ideal and I would need a fair investment of time and money to have everything... -
5th June 2020, 09:47 AM
Thread: Carbatec new suppliers for Laguna
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A recollection from my conversation with Gregory...
A recollection from my conversation with Gregory Machinery.
Years back I was talking to the son (Warrick, I believe) at small industry event where he was showing off some machines. He said they... -
22nd May 2020, 08:01 PM
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Is it possible to change my Name/Account on this forum
Hoping someone can point me in the right direction.
I choose a silly name years back when I was on the hunt for some info when I was purchasing a metalworking lathe.
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22nd May 2020, 07:16 PM
Thread: Carbatec CTJ-650 Table Saw
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QUEENSLAND If the new buyer is wondering, Carbatec still...
If the new buyer is wondering, Carbatec still sell spares for this machine. I purchased the same model a few months ago for a similar price. It was a bit rougher than this looks but I was able to get...
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29th December 2019, 08:30 PM
Thread: Opportunity to purchase??
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I have the same machine in what looks like fairly...
I have the same machine in what looks like fairly similar condition. There was a home made guard on mine but it broke on the way home after picking it up. It was mostly particle board and not very...
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26th September 2014, 11:58 AM
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Thanks for sharing your knowledge
Thanks all for sharing your knowledge around this subject. This is the only forum that I have ever asked a question on and I am very grateful for the amount of responses and suggestions. I am going...
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25th September 2014, 09:52 AM
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Not off to a good start
Hi All and thanks for your posts.
I have decided to stick with the single phase option as I had already committed to purchasing a motor.
I had an electrician try and get this going for about 90... -
7th September 2014, 08:02 PM
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Single phase and adding a reversing switch
Hi All,
I am a new hercus owner. ATM 260. I have a metal trade background but have had limited experience with machining. So very much a beginner. I have organised a electrician to supply and...