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20th February 2024, 02:56 PM
Thread: 9kg gas cylander tap stuck
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Out of interest, what was the problem?
Out of interest, what was the problem?
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19th February 2024, 05:27 PM
Thread: 9kg gas cylander tap stuck
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sounds likely cause. Or the tank is empty but...
sounds likely cause. Or the tank is empty but should be able to tell by the weight.
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9th December 2023, 02:13 PM
Thread: Password manager
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I have almost completed moving from a 3rd...
I have almost completed moving from a 3rd password manager to using the iPhone password manager. So much easier & it suggests passwords to use. Great because everything I log into has a completely...
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21st November 2023, 07:56 PM
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UNI-T seems to be common value for money clamp...
UNI-T seems to be common value for money clamp meter. Many of the others on the market look the same.
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20th November 2023, 08:02 PM
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What NCArcher said - it is the fence. i have one...
What NCArcher said - it is the fence.
i have one that was my fathers. He was a builder and took it onsite when building houses etc. Good part of old machines is they are simple & usually easy to... -
31st October 2023, 02:39 PM
Thread: What are good LED downlights these days??
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When we had our kitchen renovated, I purchased...
When we had our kitchen renovated, I purchased IC4 rated downlights so contact with non flammable roof insulation is ok. Not sure exact rules (leave that to electrician) so do your own research. ...
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31st October 2023, 08:47 AM
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I like the way this guy builds his shop draws as...
I like the way this guy builds his shop draws as the can be rearranged as required
https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=qtq41rF0Jyfj7AeJ&v=suCVWmYdvhI&feature=youtu.be -
30th October 2023, 01:52 PM
Thread: Destruction Testing of contractor saws
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Bugger. Have you tried to get it brazed or...
Bugger. Have you tried to get it brazed or welded. Apparently brazing works well on cast iron according to Keith Rucker on YouTube. He has interesting videos on restoring vintage machinery.
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23rd September 2023, 04:37 PM
Thread: Porta loos
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Search caravan composting toilets. Don’t know...
Search caravan composting toilets. Don’t know anything about them but they are becoming more popular for caravans & camper vans
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22nd September 2023, 06:55 AM
Thread: Polyurethane glues
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Looks like you can order up to 4 from ebay seller...
Looks like you can order up to 4 from ebay seller with postage staying at $16.50. Makes it more reasonable if it is any good.
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19th September 2023, 02:39 PM
Thread: Polyurethane glues
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thank you. Found it on eBay from seller with...
thank you. Found it on eBay from seller with 100% rating.
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10th August 2023, 09:09 PM
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Would be worth taking the door off & recoating...
Would be worth taking the door off & recoating the bottom edge. That assumes it was coated in the first place. None of the doors at my place were painter or coated underneath so front door, back...
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8th August 2023, 10:13 AM
Thread: Tpg email service closer!
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I moved to using gmail, hotmail (now outlook) or...
I moved to using gmail, hotmail (now outlook) or similar emails years ago as it makes it much easier to change ISP. Plus back when I was using TPG email they did not appear to be doing any...
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14th July 2023, 11:54 AM
Thread: Scheppach hf50 router table
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FREE: QLD Withdrawn
Withdrawn
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13th June 2023, 07:25 AM
Thread: Iveco Daily not starting help
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The primer pump is often build into the top of...
The primer pump is often build into the top of the filter housing. Something like this
Just a moment...
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10th June 2023, 08:27 PM
Thread: Iveco Daily not starting help
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I am no expert but Diesel in storage can get a...
I am no expert but Diesel in storage can get a bacteria that causes issues. Google it. You may need to drain the tank & change all fuel filters.
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31st May 2023, 02:43 PM
Thread: Scheppach hf50 router table
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FREE: QLD Scheppach hf50 router table
Originally given to me by JK_Qld (if I remember correctly).
Has been sitting in the shed unused for months so time for a clean out.
It worked last time I used it. However it is a very poorly... -
27th April 2023, 09:23 AM
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Same here. I have my fathers mitrebox sitting...
Same here. I have my fathers mitrebox sitting the shed to restore one day. The part that concerns me most is how to go about sharping the saw. Should have got my father to teach me but I did not...
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21st April 2023, 05:03 PM
Thread: Melany Wood Expo 2023
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I am planning to go whatever day my mate is...
I am planning to go whatever day my mate is available. Concerned about the traffic jam on highway with it being a long weekend & everyone heading to/from the Sunshine Coast. Wish it started Friday.
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11th April 2023, 03:59 PM
Thread: Used Kitchen Appliances
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Sometimes you can get old appliance taken away...
Sometimes you can get old appliance taken away when the new appliances are delivered.
Have tried giving away perfectly good plug in appliances to charities but they won’t take them. Guess too much... -
4th April 2023, 08:24 PM
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Interesting explanation on parallel clamps...
Interesting explanation on parallel clamps becoming parallel under pressure
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13th March 2023, 05:39 AM
Thread: Can you spot the issue here?
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One time use only. Then replace.
One time use only. Then replace.
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1st March 2023, 08:01 PM
Thread: Makita 3600BR switch
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I had a limited electrical ticket (now expired)...
I had a limited electrical ticket (now expired) from my trade so I understand what is needed but consider telling someone that needed to ask that question as irresponsible.
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1st March 2023, 07:23 AM
Thread: Makita 3600BR switch
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Job for an electrician or power tool repairer for...
Job for an electrician or power tool repairer for your own safety.
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2nd February 2023, 06:13 AM
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LED downlight instructions have clearance...
LED downlight instructions have clearance required around light. May need to select downlights to help work out batton size.
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25th January 2023, 09:08 PM
Thread: industrial Chemist needed.
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I have used bicarb & superglue to create a fillet...
I have used bicarb & superglue to create a fillet to strengthen a joint. Works well.
Here is a test using just water:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikEXNtvjQw8&feature=youtu.be -
22nd January 2023, 07:50 AM
Thread: Ply vs mdf vs melamine for shop cabinets?
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Also check out Dave Stanton. He has a good...
Also check out Dave Stanton. He has a good YouTube videos on making melamine draws using pocket holes. I used this when making draws (15 of them) for our walk in wardrobe. The 16mm melamine draw...
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17th January 2023, 03:20 PM
Thread: CF 80 Weaco fridge / freezer Fault
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Is the lead faulty? Does the 12v cable still...
Is the lead faulty? Does the 12v cable still have the cigarette lighter type plug? If yes, I hate them & replace with an Anderson plug for reliability.
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22nd December 2022, 03:42 PM
Thread: Going tp tassie in february
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Spent 2 weeks in Tassie end of November. Highly...
Spent 2 weeks in Tassie end of November. Highly recommend a tour of the Wooden Boat Centre.
The Wooden Boat Centre - Tasmania
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13th December 2022, 10:06 AM
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This may give you some ideas: DIY Carport...
This may give you some ideas: DIY Carport Makeover Part One - YouTube
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10th December 2022, 06:53 PM
Thread: Help - Removing grinder bushing
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What about welding a washer onto the sleeve &...
What about welding a washer onto the sleeve & using a bearing puller. The heat from the welding may help as well.
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9th December 2022, 07:57 AM
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My father had many falls & it was mainly his head...
My father had many falls & it was mainly his head that that seemed to hit things on the way down.
Consider one of the personal medical alarms that hang around her neck. She can use it to call for... -
2nd December 2022, 04:58 PM
Thread: Christmas 2022 prize draw # 136
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NEW INFO I’m in
I’m in
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16th November 2022, 06:40 AM
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I have read that some people use eBay or similar...
I have read that some people use eBay or similar digital temperature controller when they have faults like this. Would be checking the temperature sensor first as Mike48 suggested
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2nd November 2022, 12:50 PM
Thread: Multifunction table (MFT)
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This looks like a option except I don’t think the...
This looks like a option except I don’t think the holes are 30mm
NEW V2 MFT 20mm Hole Jig - For Use With Router, Includes Expandable dogs. | eBay
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2nd November 2022, 12:34 PM
Thread: SWMBO has departed this mortal coil
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Sorry for your loss. Great to hear you have the...
Sorry for your loss. Great to hear you have the support from family, friends & neighbours
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22nd October 2022, 08:57 PM
Thread: Oct/Nov PRIZE DRAW #135
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DRAWN & CLAIMED I’am in
I’am in
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28th August 2022, 08:49 AM
Thread: Brisbane Timber Suppliers?
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Have been told Mathews Timber at Northgate are...
Have been told Mathews Timber at Northgate are good. I plan to get there one day.
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27th August 2022, 08:04 PM
Thread: Which whirly bird should I buy?
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Are you sure the mould is not from a leaking...
Are you sure the mould is not from a leaking roof?
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27th August 2022, 07:58 PM
Thread: Sept/Oct 2022 - PRIZE DRAW # 134
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DRAWN & CLAIMED I'm in
I'm in
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25th August 2022, 08:10 PM
Thread: Relocating ceiling plasterboard
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With the plaster method you will need to hold the...
With the plaster method you will need to hold the sheets up & flat until the plaster dries.
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25th August 2022, 07:01 PM
Thread: Alternative to Festool doomino
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Peter Millard - YouTube 10 Minute Workshop - is...
Peter Millard - YouTube 10 Minute Workshop - is selling an interesting loose tenon jig:
Loose Tenon Jig Plus [video 493] - YouTube
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21st August 2022, 07:20 PM
Thread: Changing colour of existing grout
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Agree removing & re grouting is best solution. ...
Agree removing & re grouting is best solution. You may be able to lighten the colour using bleach or similar.
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20th August 2022, 12:49 PM
Thread: Cleaning Painted Gyprock Walls
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2nd sugar soap. And I always wash previously...
2nd sugar soap. And I always wash previously painted walls with sugar soap before I repaint.
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13th August 2022, 05:40 PM
Thread: Spiral Flush Trim Bits
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You can order direct from Carbitool. You may get...
You can order direct from Carbitool. You may get free shipping depending on the price. Or most good tools shops will order them in for you.
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12th August 2022, 05:02 PM
Thread: plug it conversion/vac hoses
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C19 are higher power that the usual C13 on most...
C19 are higher power that the usual C13 on most equipment. The C19’s aren’t too hard to find. The high powered equipment the data centre I sometimes worked in (before retirement) used them.
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11th August 2022, 12:37 PM
Thread: Archer biscuit joiner
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SOLD: I will take it if you do not accept other offer. ...
I will take it if you do not accept other offer. Can pick up.
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7th August 2022, 08:19 PM
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Maybe find an electronics club, amateur radio...
Maybe find an electronics club, amateur radio club or similar. Being from the 70’s it is more likely repairable than modern equipment if you can get parts.
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3rd August 2022, 07:11 AM
Thread: Triton Powered Respirator
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Try resoldering wire joints as an easy first...
Try resoldering wire joints as an easy first step.
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11th July 2022, 02:49 AM
Thread: Computer Turns On and Off
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Try running chkdsk on the Hard disk & see what it...
Try running chkdsk on the Hard disk & see what it finds. It is part of windows & can be run from gui or command line. Been a while since i used it so not sure about the windows10 options. Google...