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Thanks for posting. What a great video. :2tsup:

Hi Alex, I have the Carbatec 10" combination machine and have used it for years. Works great and I would recommend it. I started out in a small 6 x 9 shed so space was important so it suited me....

Yes I get a very good finish on the Earlex but it is only a mid range type of spray system. With my Iwata and binks gun I can get a better finish but there is so many variables like compressor, air...

My Earlex is the HV5500. I bought it from Red tool box on Ebay. They are in England but it was much cheaper than anyone in Australia by over a hundred dollars, it arrived within about 5 days and all...

I use an Earlex turbine system. Even though I have binks spray guns, Iwata w400 gun and several other good guns my Earlex is my go to gun . In saying that my main issue is that my compressor is under...

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:iagree: I have a truck and bobcat for moving larger logs but some times I just use two ramps and a small winch to roll smaller logs onto my trailer. My winch is only a alcheepo electric that you can...

Lost one of my pegs on the way to a job one day. Turns out a 300mm 3/4 socket extension works just great :D

doubt they have anything they own !!! :(( These are not the actions of someone working hard during the week and getting drunk on the weekend and trashing someones machine. They are just wasted space...

Yes unfortunately it was him. when i bought my needle and tips from him he didnt have many left and that was probaly over six months ago. There is some sellers on ebay selling tips.

I purchased my Earlex 5000 from this ebay seller and i would highly recomend them. Great to deal with and super fast postage. The Earlex is a great unit. I spray mostly nitro and poly. I couldnt find...

I am in the market to buy a new spray gun. I am currently looking at the Iwata W400.

My questions are ~ Is this gun a good recomendation for using on 2 pac poly and single packs like nitro, acid...

Has anyone used the Mirotone water based Polyurethane ? I have been looking at the Mirotone WB 8052 clear. I currently use a 2 pac poly but like the sound of the water based version. I have not got...

Thanks Toby,

Did a search for Blackburn tools and come up with nothing but didn't realise he was a member.

Just purchased some parts for a Earlex spray system from Blackburn Tools in Th U.S and thought it was worth putting up a link here to his web site as he has some realy nice saws even though not much...

Hi Stewart, More info needed. Do you have a chainsaw or a bandsaw? You can split it down to smaller manageble sections to be cut with a small bansaw or table saw. If you have some one near by with a...

Just a heads up to anyone needing any needle/tip kits for the Earlex spray units. I just ordered a couple of smaller needles for my new HV5000 unit for finer spraying and this U.S bloke was cheaper...

Very cool. :2tsup:

Thank you all for your good ideas. The etching on brass or aluminium has caught my eye. Might do some more searching on the net and try some tests.

Thanks...Mark

What do you put on your furniture for business logo? Looked into brass ovals with my business logo on a while ago but the cost of getting the die cut put me off and found it hard to justify. Would...

Thanks Phil but I have already had a chat with SB but he hasn't tried his out yet. He gave me a contact for buying a unit from him if I go that way.

Thanks....Mark

I have outgrown my current budget HVLP spray gun that I use for spraying furniture. I am not totally satisfied with my finishes and want to get better results so I'm on the hunt for a new gun.
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Thanks Pete and tankstand for the replies and yes Pete I found out by testing it that it is a one way valve between the Input in and Pressure valve. I did some more test on the controller but cant...

As mentioned in a previous post I am putting together a Log splitter. All has worked out fine except I'm having problems with the part I was less concerned about being the control valve. My first...

I am the type of person that tries to do the right thing and shop local as much as I possibly can and if not local than Oz made but I am sick of getting riped off.

Case in point I have started a...

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First off I would try to identify the timber as that may have a factor in which way you cut the timber. Cut a few green slices quartersawn and backsawn. Look at the feature of the timber to see what...

I would be cutting stock at minimum 2" thickness then cutting veneers once dry. Will you be drying natural or kiln? If you are drying natural you will have 2 years plus drying time especially if the...

Can anyone tell me if there is anyone in Australia that sells the Matchmaker or any type of similar machine for cutting Tenons and Mortice's? This machine looks more user friendly than the Leigh jig...

Hi Bob, I use 16. Don't go 13 as the strapping alway brakes. Sometimes when you are strapping timber up it brakes or when you move packs of timber it can brake. Only know this as last time I went to...

I have the extensions on my lucas for longer logs. I just measure the longest log and allow a bit extra between the frames. Mill the log then lower mill onto wheels and remove the rail that is on the...

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No remotes on the tractor. I have aux on the front of my bobcat but not keen on running it all day while I cut wood.

Im in the design stage of building my own log splitter so I am watching this thread intently as I like your design Dean.


I came across this design on Youtube that is very similar but I want...

Cutting yourself Ramps or getting someone in to mill for you?

If you have a mill/chainsaw setup of your own then yeh cut it up. I think you will get little recovery out of it as by the photos it...

What I do with my flitches is similar to what you are saying. I take the cut out of the log like you have drawn but then put the flitch directly onto the bed log and screw a couple of 25mm wooden...

Thanks everyone for your replies. Yeah I think you might be right Steve and Allan and the #2 maybe the way to go.

Come across this for sale and may be worth checking out....

Thanks for that Mike but freight would be a killer on that one. Always good to know if desperate.

Thanks to all the other replies as well. Definitely food for thought.

While at my workshop...

As I'm sure there is a lot of swing bladers like myself that ask the same question on re-sawing of timber I would like to know what is a good way of re-sawing timber.
I cut a lot of larger dimension...

How consistent is your kiln Nifty in relation to seasonal changes and getting down to 12%? I would assume that summer time would be difficult to not get to hot and getting temp up in winter would be...

Big thumbs up for the Woodwork forum and its members. I have been a member for a few years and in that time I have received a wealth of info, great support and nothing but positive replies to any...

HI Woodslab, welcome to the forum. :2tsup: You will find this forum very informative and like myself don't hesitate to ask any questions as there is a wealth of info out there and no shortage of...

Local bloke came across this big Marri log blown over on a cockys farm in Bridgy. Asked the owner how much for it and got a reply "Mate of mine thinks its worth a lot and we worked it out at...

Every 2nd call I get is a timber exchange deal. :oo: I work on 50/50 but the log needs to be something special and easy location or forget about it. Owner on site so all fair and no one feels ripped...

Hi Bob, Rose gums and Sydney/Tas Blue Gums etc that are predominately fast growing Eucalyptus plantation type trees around here. I have just been spoilt with selection of timber here in Bridgy with...

I have just milled up a large Rose Gum about six weeks ago. We dont get many millable Rose gums here in WA due to size but this one sounds simular to your size log. 1.3m at the butt and tappered down...

Hi Nifty,

I gave up milling and suppling timber to companies about 2 or 3 years ago as I found it harder and harder to source logs on a regular basis. Like you I now cut up logs for other people...

How heavy is the 2070 Nifty and what can it lift? Mine weighs about 3.3 ton but can lift over a ton. My problem is I only have a 3 ton truck and by the time I have ramps and bucks etc It would be...

T Bars great. Put your knee on it and lean back to enjoy the ride. Don't do what I did today and roll it over. I was cleaning up some trees and burnt logs on my farm when i reversed up hit a hole and...

I have a Mustang 2060 Bobcat that I bought about a year ago. Weighs 3.3t and can lift just over the ton. 2nd best invesment I ever made (1st is the Lucas :U ). Use it for my milling but use it around...