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They look sensational.
A whole next level compared to what we have had before.


I almost couldn’t resist - but being more metalwork orientated, I bought a Milling machine…. For now.

My friend is keen on a Nova drill press. He wants the fully featured one, the Voyager.
Nova Voyager DVR Drill Press | Carbatec

He is unable to see one in person before buying and is worried, that...

58yo
Got the Pfizer vaccine.
Went MTB riding the same day as both injections (Not really recommended by the Med people. Drinking lots of water is.)
Total side effects - sore arm at injection site....

I recently bought a Jet long bed jointer, and a 15” Carbetec thicknesser, both with carbide cutters fitted. Both 240V. Both second hand. Around $1500 each.
The jointer in particular is delightful to...

This one, although not cheap, appears to be designed along the lines suggested in the giant “Dust thread”

https://www.timbecon.com.au/sherwood-industrial-2hp-dust-collector

No hose between...

I get this advice pretty often.
I have easy access to a commercial sliding panel saw when required.
I also utilise my Makita Rail saw for some sheets.

I just want a nice, accurate table saw....

Thanks guys - all good and useful info.
If it’s cheap enough, it will probably suit me to make a start in the Table Saw use world.
With an intention to know more when I upgrade. - I’ve been going...

Any clues on what a fair price for this older saw would be?
“Carbatec” brand.
Made in Taiwan.
No dust extraction.

Had a similar delightful cafe breakfast - (but not quite as good. No Sourdough) in Stanthorpe QLD recently. At 6am preceding a great weekend of motorcycle racing. “The Big Chill” is the name of the...

I’m lazy - It’s a gas Weber.

Don’t know about health benefits, but Chilli/Garlic Cabana sliced and cooked on the Webber goes exceptionally well with a beer.
Being an open grill, I’m clinging to the likelihood of some fat...

This ^ !!

When I was looking for a coffee grinder I came across the slogan - “You can buy a Mazzer, or wish you did!”.The Mazzer (Mini) has been grinding a few Kilos of beans a month for about...

My very limited experience agrees with rod1949:
Long bed
Helical Carbide cutter head
Width is up to you - but “next size up”, isn’t just a good idea - it’s the law! :)

I was in a Carbatec store looking at the Cabnet Saws. The “Salesman” “didn’t know much about them” - self admission. (And even less about the thicknessers).
I actually went back, and got a...

What size is the table attachment?
47mm?
I bought one of these - great GP table, esp for metal work. It’s 47mm, and needs “shimming” to fit the 48mm hole in my Trade Tools Pedestal Drill (Who’d...

Makes sense - thanks.
Maybe the next size up? - $630/3hp/2300CFM/twin bags (claimed by H&F) 1800CFM (claimed by identical looking/priced Carbatec)
Should be “better”? Disadvantages only size/cost...

Most of the time, in most places in Australia we have it pretty good. With some pretty harsh procedures in place to keep Covid out/“at bay”.
This is one of the reasons that the take up of...

I’m on a steep learning curve - be gentle.

I’m just a “hobby/occasional” woodworker.
I’ve been super impressed with the results of hooking up a shop vac to my Makita Track saw/Biscuit...

Thanks guys.
Found this: Can’t see a recommendation for oil but the 80w90 as per the grizzly would be a safe bet.

The pages are really clear, except for the parts list. (Where they might...

I’ve purchased a used thicknesser - CTJ-381X
Would be interested in changing the gearbox oil.
Any information would be appreciated.

Thanks for your input.
Can you give me an example or two of Short Stroke panel saws you’d recommend?
Are there any disadvantages? Things they can’t do, like limited ripping length? (Stroke based?)...

Thanks for the replys.
From what I can tell, the Harvey seems as “good” as anything in this price range.
I want something that is accurate and nice to use.
I’m in a position where I have access to...

Quickly my interest in buying a $1500 table saw has progressed to $5500. Not that unusual.
I’m not in a capital city (1.5hrs from Brisbane) so personally inspecting machines is not easy - many not...

Hi Bob,
I’m sure I would find some kindered spirits on the metalwork forum.
I’m currently teaching myself TIG welding.

But I enjoy wood work, even though I’m a bit basic at it, so here I am....

Simon
Jack of several trades. Master of none.
Moving to a bigger shed. Expanding my machines. First job: Convert offices into living quarters. (See “Moving to a bigger shed”)
I’ll be seeking...