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17th May 2024, 06:17 PM
Thread: Invisible wooden hinge jig kit
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SOLD: Hi Paul, yes please. 1/4" and 3/8". PM incoming.
Hi Paul, yes please. 1/4" and 3/8". PM incoming.
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14th May 2024, 06:24 PM
Thread: Home workshop clearance/clearout
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N.S.W. $10K might be a little steep for the EzyCut Combo...
$10K might be a little steep for the EzyCut Combo but it does have full instructions AND was made in Moorabin.
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7th May 2024, 08:06 PM
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You dont need a CB before the VFD. The CB is to...
You dont need a CB before the VFD. The CB is to protect the cable and is taken care of in the switchboard. The VFD will current limit and protect the motor.
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6th May 2024, 06:21 PM
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Either one will work. Go for the 2.2kW version. A...
Either one will work. Go for the 2.2kW version. A 10A plug will be fine.
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24th April 2024, 06:01 PM
Thread: RCD sub-board regulations
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If you alter the circuit it has to be brought up...
If you alter the circuit it has to be brought up to current standards. That includes the requirement for all circuits to be protected by residual current devices.
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20th April 2024, 07:30 PM
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Hi Paul, I'd be interested in 1/4" and 3/8". I...
Hi Paul, I'd be interested in 1/4" and 3/8". I have a veritas dowel maker kit so I can make any size dowel I want. Being Nth American, it's imperial. I can adjust it to make metric dowels but it's...
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18th April 2024, 09:00 AM
Thread: Help needed
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You can buy a shaped changing pad. Get the...
You can buy a shaped changing pad. Get the dimensions of one of those and make the table to suit. That's what I did, many years ago. Make a comfortable height to work at with a shelf underneath to...
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4th April 2024, 06:38 AM
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Welcome to the forum Ross, rewiring is not an...
Welcome to the forum Ross, rewiring is not an option.
Changing the motor for a single phase is the least hassle as long as you match the mounting and shaft sizes.
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7th March 2024, 07:57 PM
Thread: Various Items
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N.S.W. I'll take it. Send me payment details. I'll...
I'll take it. Send me payment details. I'll transfer the cash and organise pickup.
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7th March 2024, 01:41 PM
Thread: Various Items
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N.S.W. Hi Ruddy, How much for just the multistand? I'd...
Hi Ruddy,
How much for just the multistand? I'd take the lot but I just don't have room for it. I already have a Workmate and a Multistand but a second Multistand would be very handy. -
25th January 2024, 06:49 AM
Thread: TOOL storage beyond Peg Board’s!!!!!
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I love my French cleat wall. It's fun making all...
I love my French cleat wall. It's fun making all the tool holders as well.
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17th December 2023, 06:55 PM
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VICTORIA I don't need another K4 but I will take the...
I don't need another K4 but I will take the screws and the clamp.
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14th December 2023, 06:34 PM
Thread: Sawstop CTS
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Dave Stanton has a number of videos on it. He...
Dave Stanton has a number of videos on it. He reckons it's pretty good.
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12th December 2023, 09:38 PM
Thread: Possible failed capacitor?
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For a 3 HP motor a run capacitor of between 60uf...
For a 3 HP motor a run capacitor of between 60uf and 80uf, 440V should work. I calculated 74.2uf
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12th December 2023, 09:00 AM
Thread: Possible failed capacitor?
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What size (?kw) is the motor?
What size (?kw) is the motor?
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6th December 2023, 06:45 PM
Thread: Luna Combination machine advice
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I think I know the machine you are thinking about...
I think I know the machine you are thinking about Brett. If it's the one common to our location it is in very good condition. I haven't run it but had a good look at it a couple of times.
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6th December 2023, 06:09 PM
Thread: Wood fast Band saw upgrades.
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The on/off floor switch is not a good idea. If...
The on/off floor switch is not a good idea. If it's plugged in, anyone who inadvertantly steps on the switch starts the saw blade moving. A dead man is a better idea. You have to be standing on it to...
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6th December 2023, 05:55 PM
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I wouldn't pin them. Cut your round M&T as per...
I wouldn't pin them. Cut your round M&T as per test pieces. Add a dowel a decent length into each for safety. Can be a bit of steel pipe or similar. Bore for the dowels by making a guide on the lathe...
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23rd November 2023, 09:54 AM
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If it was a big tree its probably more than 60...
If it was a big tree its probably more than 60 yrs old, i.e it was there when they installed the cable.
Firstly look on the inside of your meter box. A small chance but you never know. There should... -
21st November 2023, 06:45 AM
Thread: Tanner Thicknesser
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DONE: Was gone the next day.
Was gone the next day.
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20th November 2023, 07:37 PM
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Thats how you move the fence in and out. Theres a...
Thats how you move the fence in and out. Theres a steel rod (you can see it in the photo) that the fence slides on. I had one for a while. They are a good solid little machine. Fairly simple, not...
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20th November 2023, 07:24 PM
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Defence Dept. WWII
Defence Dept. WWII
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20th November 2023, 08:34 AM
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DBYD is a subscription service. You have to pay...
DBYD is a subscription service. You have to pay to have your plans included so there are pretty much zero private property service maps in the system. It's more for supply authorities, telcos and...
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18th November 2023, 08:11 AM
Thread: WIP- Sharpening bench
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That Silky is pretty spectacular. I like the...
That Silky is pretty spectacular. I like the contrast of the wedges too.
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18th November 2023, 07:56 AM
Thread: How do you store your combination plane?
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The Sargent 1080 fits nicely into the original...
The Sargent 1080 fits nicely into the original wooden case with the blades all in the small canvas roll. Both the case and the roll need a bit of refurb. I'll get there.
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8th November 2023, 09:45 AM
Thread: dog holes for end vice
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I've been using that system for years and...
I've been using that system for years and wouldn't change it. It just works. I've got Prarie Dogs in areas that are blocked underneath and they work great.
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7th November 2023, 06:59 AM
Thread: New Tablesaw Mitre Gauge Recommendations
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I agree, you can't go wrong with an Incra. Even...
I agree, you can't go wrong with an Incra. Even the cheaper ones are miles ahead of the ones that come with the saw.
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31st October 2023, 08:39 PM
Thread: Auto On Dust Collection Options
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Pricing added to website
Pricing added to website
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29th October 2023, 07:33 PM
Thread: 3 phase switch problems .
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Basically yes. It is a 3HP motor and with...
Basically yes. It is a 3HP motor and with efficiencies and power factor mixed in it will draw 4.7A while doing 3HP worth of work. If you overload it and try to do, say, 4 or 5HP worth of work, there...
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29th October 2023, 03:02 PM
Thread: 3 phase switch problems .
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I wrote a big long explaination about Thermal...
I wrote a big long explaination about Thermal Overloads but clicked close before I sent it :doh:
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28th October 2023, 10:13 AM
Thread: Auto On Dust Collection Options
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It's very new, I haven't worked out the price...
It's very new, I haven't worked out the price yet. I'll try and get that done in the next couple of days.
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28th October 2023, 06:45 AM
Thread: Auto On Dust Collection Options
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Have a look here. Auto Blast Gates PTY LTD...
Have a look here.
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24th October 2023, 06:38 AM
Thread: African tongue drum kit
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WANTED:N.S.W.. Scally on this forum.
Scally on this forum.
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15th October 2023, 05:29 AM
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Start cap = start capacitor. The reason Russ has...
Start cap = start capacitor. The reason Russ has given is the only thing I can think of that will reverse a single phase motor. Seeing the photos in the other thread, I think he might be right....
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14th October 2023, 10:12 PM
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Reversing the Active and Neutral on a single...
Reversing the Active and Neutral on a single phase motor will not make it go in reverse.
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3rd October 2023, 03:54 PM
Thread: Can anyone suggest what to do?
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Lie Nielsen Twin screw vice...
Lie Nielsen Twin screw vice
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23rd September 2023, 09:28 AM
Thread: Wanted: Triton Hose Connector
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DONE: DONE. A fitting is on the way, thanks Hodgo. And...
DONE. A fitting is on the way, thanks Hodgo. And thanks to everyone who responded.
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22nd September 2023, 06:10 PM
Thread: Wanted: Triton Hose Connector
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DONE: Thanks guys. I'm looking for this one 530771...
Thanks guys.
I'm looking for this one
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Or possibly this one, which I think is a later one but might still fit
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22nd September 2023, 07:48 AM
Thread: Wanted: Triton Hose Connector
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DONE: Thanks for looking Chief
Thanks for looking Chief
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22nd September 2023, 07:47 AM
Thread: Wanted: Triton Hose Connector
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DONE: Thanks for that. I never remember to look for a...
Thanks for that. I never remember to look for a 3D print. I can get one printed at work but thanks for the offer.
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22nd September 2023, 07:42 AM
Thread: Wanted: Triton Hose Connector
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DONE: I had a look at Adamtools but nearly $50 for just...
I had a look at Adamtools but nearly $50 for just the fitting. I'll keep that as a last resort
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21st September 2023, 06:34 PM
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Designed and pre-set to work perfectly with the...
Designed and pre-set to work perfectly with the Carbatec RT-RPU2400 24000W Router Power Unit....from the detailed description.
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20th September 2023, 03:50 PM
Thread: Wanted: Triton Hose Connector
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DONE: Thanks Chief, The fitting is all I'm after.
Thanks Chief, The fitting is all I'm after.
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20th September 2023, 08:01 AM
Thread: Wanted: Triton Hose Connector
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DONE: Wanted: Triton Hose Connector
Due to space restrictions I am using a Triton 2000 as my main table saw. And its quite capable for the small amount of work that I do.
However, the dust extraction is pretty poor.
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15th September 2023, 08:24 AM
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That looks to be a very nice VFD. Full...
That looks to be a very nice VFD.
Full functionality and a very concise manual.
See what the Lenze guys have to say, but I would first check that the motor details are still entered correctly C0087... -
14th September 2023, 05:56 PM
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What VFD is it?
What VFD is it?
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13th September 2023, 02:31 PM
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Check that the pulleys are firmly connected to...
Check that the pulleys are firmly connected to the shafts
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7th September 2023, 03:32 PM
Thread: Tanner Thicknesser
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DONE: I'd love to save it but I just don't have...
I'd love to save it but I just don't have anywhere to store it.
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6th September 2023, 06:58 PM
Thread: Tanner Thicknesser
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DONE: Tanner Thicknesser
Just saw this on the side of the road in Katoomba NSW. Seems to be all there. Needs a clean up but looks pretty good.
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4th September 2023, 01:43 PM
Thread: Estate sale
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Estate sale
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Estate Sale in Wentworth Falls in the Blue Mountains, NSW.
The Luna is a combination machine.
I went through the workshop with the owner a little while ago and provided some guidance as...