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7th March 2022, 12:13 PM
Thread: Please help understand the difference
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I am still searching for something...each day the...
I am still searching for something...each day the dust annoys me just that bit more to motivate me.
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22nd February 2022, 07:09 PM
Thread: Please help understand the difference
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@Aldav so what is the difference do you think? ...
@Aldav so what is the difference do you think?
@Bobl i have the room etc to put this outside, but i need to build some lean to on the shed, would need to look nice, i'm not sure. The only... -
21st February 2022, 09:02 PM
Thread: Please help understand the difference
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Ahh so thats where the higher CFM spec comes...
Ahh so thats where the higher CFM spec comes from, bigger bags? Its actually the exact same machine though isnt it?
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21st February 2022, 08:30 PM
Thread: Please help understand the difference
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Please help understand the difference
Whats the difference between these 2, they are both similar to look at and similar features and spec eg 3hp, 300mm fan but 1800 vs 2800cfm rating - i know this calc can be wildly inaccurate - is it...
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18th February 2022, 09:39 AM
Thread: Shed Lighting
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Thanks they do look nice, but a little spendy for...
Thanks they do look nice, but a little spendy for me.
The ones i have are approaching extreme lighting...i almost need to wear sunglasses in the shed now :) But i dont mind as my eyes appear to... -
17th February 2022, 08:16 PM
Thread: Floor Joist Material
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Floor Joist Material
Hi there, what are floor joists in Victoria typically made of. I think from either 1970s or 1980s house. Here is a pic.
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17th February 2022, 08:58 AM
Thread: Shed Lighting
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I like to buy used where possible, esp without a...
I like to buy used where possible, esp without a really strong recommendation for a specific product. You just end up buying twice, perpetuating more plastic and production of junk. So without being...
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16th February 2022, 04:20 PM
Thread: Shed Lighting
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I found some on facebook, all converted to LED...
I found some on facebook, all converted to LED with 5 tubes each. They bright and cheap!
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1st February 2022, 06:51 PM
Thread: Shed Overhaul
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I am ready to finish lining this wall and put...
I am ready to finish lining this wall and put some doors jambs in.
I have found some ply that even cheaper than yellow tongue and i was thinking of this for the other side. Is non structural 12mm... -
30th January 2022, 10:15 AM
Thread: Shed Overhaul
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Got 2/3 wall lined, framing the last 3rd today...
Got 2/3 wall lined, framing the last 3rd today and then doors later this week. Then i can concentrate on benches, tool stations and timber racks. I have 4m+ of shadow board on the right, i am...
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28th January 2022, 09:35 AM
Thread: Shed Overhaul
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No it was in the post in the middle of the wall...
No it was in the post in the middle of the wall with the 4 studs. But a little more anchoring and then the sheet and its solid, it was a tiny wobble.
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26th January 2022, 10:03 PM
Thread: Shed Lighting
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Thanks i have fair bit of shed to light up, 50 a...
Thanks i have fair bit of shed to light up, 50 a panel aint happening. if there is still nothing more cost effective and good as the old fluros i will stick with them.
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25th January 2022, 05:05 PM
Thread: C series Brad Nailer (air)
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Its definitely AUD and includes shipping.
Its definitely AUD and includes shipping.
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24th January 2022, 01:11 PM
Thread: Shed Lighting
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Shed Lighting
Wondering if there is shed lighting that everyone commonly users, not to expense, LED, covers the shed well? Is there a new standard that replaces the old fluro tubes?
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23rd January 2022, 08:27 PM
Thread: Tasmanian Oak Recycled Floorboards
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SOLD: Is there anyway one of you would sell me a cut...
Is there anyway one of you would sell me a cut down piece with the nice printing...its our family name...would be awesome in my workshop up on the wall.
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23rd January 2022, 11:40 AM
Thread: Cordless Platform Advice
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I went to totaltools because its walking distance...
I went to totaltools because its walking distance from home. But since it came up, here is some info.
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22nd January 2022, 08:34 PM
Thread: Shed Overhaul
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So i made the next bit and i got to the end and i...
So i made the next bit and i got to the end and i was looking at it laying on the ground and i thought "fug, i forgot the jack studs". So i screwed everything around the door. All of the studs above...
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22nd January 2022, 08:26 PM
Thread: Cordless Platform Advice
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I bought this MAKITA 18V Brushless 2 Piece 1 x...
I bought this MAKITA 18V Brushless 2 Piece 1 x 5.0Ah Combo Kit DLX2180T1 | Total Tools and an extra battery from TotalTools and there was a $25 tax for not travelling to SydTool where it was...
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21st January 2022, 06:13 PM
Thread: Cordless Platform Advice
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Thanks, i have watched these (and more) and i...
Thanks, i have watched these (and more) and i watched them again. I am gonna dive in tomorrow and start with the drills.
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21st January 2022, 04:53 PM
Thread: Cordless Platform Advice
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and is buying into the 18v range the old range...
and is buying into the 18v range the old range that is being replaced by the 40v range?
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21st January 2022, 03:39 PM
Thread: Cordless Platform Advice
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OK, i am convinced. Any thoughts on this...
OK, i am convinced.
Any thoughts on this before i grab it? MAKITA 18V Brushless 2 Piece 1 x 5.0Ah Combo Kit DLX2180T1 | Total Tools -
21st January 2022, 01:22 PM
Thread: Cordless Platform Advice
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I have got a range of corded tools, Bosch blue...
I have got a range of corded tools, Bosch blue and green, hitachi and metabo/hikoki on the way. I also still have my Dads orange black and decker from the 60s or 70s.
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21st January 2022, 10:32 AM
Thread: Cordless Platform Advice
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Thanks i will use some corded tools. But i do...
Thanks i will use some corded tools. But i do like the battery saw as i try and do the breaking down outside. But i get the point, makes sense to used corded inside where you can.
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21st January 2022, 08:47 AM
Thread: Cordless Platform Advice
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Cordless Platform Advice
I have Dewalt 14.4 Lithium based platform, many are still like new and i intend to keep using them. But nothing modern is compatible, so i am not really bought into any of the current systems. I have...
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21st January 2022, 08:44 AM
Thread: C series Brad Nailer (air)
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Might be a little but help the next person. These...
Might be a little but help the next person. These are 160 at Totaltools (under Hikoki) and 96 delivered on Amazon right now. Metabo HPT Brad Nailer Kit, Pneumatic, 18 Gauge, 5/8-Inch up to 2-Inch...
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19th January 2022, 10:29 PM
Thread: Shed Overhaul
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Thanks, i will be having a go at this frame...
Thanks, i will be having a go at this frame either thurs or fri, i get what you're saying, so this is the right way to do this no problem?
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18th January 2022, 10:31 PM
Thread: Shed Overhaul
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Yep, doors are second hand. I even tried to beg...
Yep, doors are second hand. I even tried to beg the door company for 'seconds'. I am a good scrounger :)
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18th January 2022, 09:49 PM
Thread: Shed Overhaul
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I am about to make the next section of wall that...
I am about to make the next section of wall that will have double doors. I have the doors, 2040 high x 920mm wide each. How wide and tall do you make the frame opening. I have sourced or even thought...
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18th January 2022, 06:54 PM
Thread: Shed Overhaul
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Made a little progress. Making the 9x3m workshop...
Made a little progress. Making the 9x3m workshop section. Bought the doors, built and installed 1st stud wall section...will finish the next 2 stud wall sections (each is 3m) and have it lined this...
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14th January 2022, 02:27 PM
Thread: Simon's New Shed
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Nice build. Any thoughts on how to seal the gap...
Nice build. Any thoughts on how to seal the gap between the top of the roller door and the front of the shed?
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11th January 2022, 06:12 PM
Thread: Woodworking machines for sale - Werribee
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SOLD: Would you accept 1000 if I take the air cleaner...
Would you accept 1000 if I take the air cleaner and the router table?
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11th January 2022, 08:39 AM
Thread: Woodworking machines for sale - Werribee
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SOLD: Hi there, i'd like the router table. I'll message...
Hi there, i'd like the router table. I'll message to coordinate a time
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10th January 2022, 07:33 PM
Thread: Shed Overhaul
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Thanks. I have made some final decisions. I will...
Thanks. I have made some final decisions. I will do normal swing out doors. 1 set of doubles and 1 personal access door. I was getting too fancy with sliding (slower and more costly). I intend to...
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9th January 2022, 12:23 PM
Thread: Shed Overhaul
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Thanks i dont want rollers. I am keen for a...
Thanks i dont want rollers. I am keen for a timber solution.
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8th January 2022, 05:40 PM
Thread: Shed Overhaul
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I've done a little bit of a plan for the space. i...
I've done a little bit of a plan for the space. i have decided against the L shape, the other 2/3 of my shed has other purposes.
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30th December 2021, 08:39 AM
Thread: Shed Overhaul
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Thanks mate that is crazy cheap compared to wood....
Thanks mate that is crazy cheap compared to wood. I have seen these so many times on office builds i worked on (I am in IT) and didnt think of it for this. I watched a video on using it, i will...
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29th December 2021, 09:31 PM
Thread: Shed Overhaul
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Shed Overhaul
My shed is 9m x 9m. Its chokkas with stuff and all of that stuff gets covered in dust or sparks everytime i work in there.
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29th December 2021, 08:34 PM
Thread: Lining shed walls
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Thanks, i was just double checking. I am getting...
Thanks, i was just double checking. I am getting started and will start a shed build thread.
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28th December 2021, 11:43 PM
Thread: Lining shed walls
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Sorry to drag up an old one, but makes sense to...
Sorry to drag up an old one, but makes sense to continue.
I have the colourbond shed with horizontal hat style purlins.
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27th December 2021, 07:39 PM
Thread: Table saw mobile cabinet
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Thanks. So i guess its personal preference based...
Thanks. So i guess its personal preference based on what type of projects you are working on. Since i don't really know, is there a sensible default? I feel like the 1st version, on the end, means i...
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27th December 2021, 10:02 AM
Thread: Hey from Melbourne
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Thanks. I have actually been around woodworking...
Thanks. I have actually been around woodworking for decades and completed heaps of wood working projects, but always kind of considered it building. I have a 9m x 9m shed and i have half built a work...
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27th December 2021, 09:54 AM
Thread: Table saw mobile cabinet
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Just in case i am not making much sense. I am...
Just in case i am not making much sense. I am asking about landscape vs portrait, eg
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26th December 2021, 11:53 PM
Thread: Table saw mobile cabinet
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Table saw mobile cabinet
I am building a movable cabinet to home the dewalt table saw and a router table and associated bits n pieces. I am looking at features from lots of pictures and putting together my own design. I am...
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24th December 2021, 11:34 PM
Thread: Whole workshop sale
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SOLD: Hi Tony, is the table saw still available? Many...
Hi Tony, is the table saw still available? Many thanks
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24th December 2021, 11:23 PM
Thread: Hey from Melbourne
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Hey from Melbourne
I joined because i like forms better than facebook.
I am setting up from scratch to make things from plywood.
I will start with a good cart/workbench and tools and go from there.