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  1. N.S.W. Planer / Thicknesser combo - Elektra Beckum HC260

    I am parting with my very reliable and very trustworthy Elektra Beckum HC 260.

    The Elektra Beckum HC 260 is one of the classic jointer-planer combinations. Whilst an older machine it is an...
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    Problem solved

    I forgot to update you all and close the thread. But good news....I end up getting a new split link from an engineering company. It fit perfectly and only cost a few dollars. After a re-oil of the...
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    Great idea. Thanks, I’ll look into where.

    Great idea. Thanks, I’ll look into where.
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    Elektra Beckum HC260 - help request

    Hi all,

    I have a nice old jointer / thicknesser that has been very reliable. Yesterday the thicknesser table decided to break. After winding the thicknesser handle to about 55mm it got a little...
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    Wonderful feedback. Thank you.

    Wonderful feedback. Thank you.
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    Oh thank you so much. Does the bow tie need to be...

    Oh thank you so much. Does the bow tie need to be across or with the grain?
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    Thank you for your suggestions. I’ll try and cut...

    Thank you for your suggestions. I’ll try and cut one out and see how we go.
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    Bow tie inlays - can anyone help?

    I have a side table project I’m working on. One side has a crack at the base and to ensure it doesn’t continue to split, I’d like to put a bow tie inlay across the current crack to stop it moving.
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    Thanks all for your support. I end up going with...

    Thanks all for your support. I end up going with BOSCH 6 x 400mm Spade Bit - DAREDEVIL XTREME | Total Tools.
    The drill bits are great options too. And thanks for the tip on McJing's - I've not...
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    Thanks Paul. I'm drilling a hole through...

    Thanks Paul.
    I'm drilling a hole through hardwood that needs to be a minimum of 150mm, however the standard 150mm spade bits have a widened shank toward the end, so they really only give you about...
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    6mm x 400mm long spade bits

    Can anyone advise where I can buy 6mm (or 1/4") thick by 400mm long spade bits in NSW / Australia. Everything seems to be from overseas.

    Thanks

    Dave
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    SOLD: Was this sold? If not, please let me know. Thanks

    Was this sold? If not, please let me know.
    Thanks
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    Inox

    It doesn't need to be soaked for too long - just spray on and wait for a minute or two. It's very fast reacting. Some nails may need a little longer.
  14. Thanks for the recommendation about Oyster Bay...

    Thanks for the recommendation about Oyster Bay Cubby House @Crowie. I went down last Saturday and joined. Fantastic facilities and a great crowd.

    Dave
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    Haha - yeah there's definitely a bit of extra...

    Haha - yeah there's definitely a bit of extra work, but it looks great. I've found INOX to work really well for rusty nail removal.
  16. Hi @Crowie, I have added one project (the window...

    Hi @Crowie, I have added one project (the window frame) in more detail here: https://www.woodworkforums.com/f40/lockdown-project-shed-window-244001#post2257920.

    I'll add further posts in time.
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    Thanks Lance. I carried this deep window frame...

    Thanks Lance. I carried this deep window frame throughout the house in all the windows I added upstairs so it only seemed right to include it here. I'll definitely get a tour going when I get some...
  18. Thanks for jumping in Alan. I'd love to come down...

    Thanks for jumping in Alan. I'd love to come down to Oyster Bay to have a look.
    Dave 👍
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    Lockdown project - Work shed window

    I'm new here, so thought I'd share one of my recent projects.

    My woodworking space is under the house. There has been a boarded up window for far too long making this a dark room, so during...
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    What a beautiful stand

    You should be really proud of yourself. The stand looks very elegant. A great choice of timber too, very beautiful.
    Sorry to read about your accident. Wishing you a speedy recovery. And thanks for...
  21. Thanks all for the warm welcome!

    Great to know I can share some photos and details about my projects - most people I tell fall asleep or find a distraction within the first 5 minutes (non-woodworking people...).

    Crowie, can you...
  22. Looking for skills, tools and inspiration.

    Hi all, I'm a newbie. Great to find this forum and have other like minded folk to learn and be inspired from.
    I've done woodwork for many years, but only as a hobby. I've built windows and doors,...
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