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25th April 2024, 10:28 PM
Thread: Ezycut table saw and planner.
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Not sure what you're meaning but suspect its the...
Not sure what you're meaning but suspect its the rail the fence slides along to limit the width of your cut.
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23rd April 2024, 07:19 PM
Thread: The end of Victorian Ash?
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Anthony I was naming a specific species that if...
Anthony I was naming a specific species that if you ask a quality miller here would know just what your dilemma is.
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23rd April 2024, 02:07 PM
Thread: The end of Victorian Ash?
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This, IMO is superb timber for fine furniture...
This, IMO is superb timber for fine furniture work.
Eucalyptus delegatensis, commonly known as alpine ash, gum-topped stringybark, white-top and in Victoria as woollybutt,
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15th April 2024, 06:03 PM
Thread: Eden relief map
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Impressive indeed. Curious what data you used to...
Impressive indeed.
Curious what data you used to create your terrain?
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14th April 2024, 12:11 PM
Thread: Belt sander belts
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As Bushmiller said there's printed arrows and...
As Bushmiller said there's printed arrows and like others they wear off.
I know I've run mine wrong way at odd times with used belts :C
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13th April 2024, 10:12 PM
Thread: Belt sander belts
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I get mine made by Pferd. They make to order but...
I get mine made by Pferd.
They make to order but in this case yours is probably a standard size.
Excellent, fast service.
Minimum of 10 belts I think.
And price is excellent.
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12th April 2024, 07:28 AM
Thread: Sawing black ash bird house lumber.
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Can't really comment on shrinkage of that timber...
Can't really comment on shrinkage of that timber but its more a concern as to the shrinkage in width
A 6" board could end up 5½" wide which would be more concern than a slight reduction in... -
10th April 2024, 07:36 PM
Thread: Shaker Lap Desk
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Very nicely executed, and beautiful grain. I...
Very nicely executed, and beautiful grain.
I like your pull. Interesting method.
I've used similar but never as you have.
I'd suggest 3 hinges. (trust a suggestion is in order)
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29th March 2024, 07:22 PM
Thread: Smart Box Maker Hardware
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They seem to have scaled back quite drastically ...
They seem to have scaled back quite drastically
They sent me their catalogue.
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28th March 2024, 08:54 PM
Thread: Smart Box Maker Hardware
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Last century I bought some brass cabinet hardware...
Last century I bought some brass cabinet hardware from Beardmores in UK.
They still exist but not sure what they offer now.
It was first class reproductions and I was very happy. -
27th March 2024, 07:57 PM
Thread: What is Wormy Chestnut?
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Delegatensis. Brings back memories Now that's...
Delegatensis. Brings back memories
Now that's series timber.
I used to make dining tables from solid 6" x 2" boards.
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I've used it and the blue tape. Latter good...
I've used it and the blue tape. Latter good brand, not El cheapo.
I'd recommend and yes press down well.
Tearings not a real issue, more an inconvenience.
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23rd March 2024, 06:32 PM
Thread: What is Wormy Chestnut?
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Never heard that term "chestnut" used here in...
Never heard that term "chestnut" used here in Tasmania
Many years ago when working at Strahan on our west coast (heartof the King Billy and Huon Pine) I'd call into an old time sawmiller Bob Crane.... -
19th March 2024, 05:39 PM
Thread: A Coffee Table With A Twist
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Not the best of photos. Taken on phone with too...
Not the best of photos. Taken on phone with too many reflections.
I should've dusted first! :roll:
It doesn't have felt or leather etc.
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19th March 2024, 08:49 AM
Thread: A Coffee Table With A Twist
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Can't help on your dilemma but interesting...
Can't help on your dilemma but interesting project.
We've one such item.
Dad had it made in Singapore from Teak.
Typically carved with Chinese carving.
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18th March 2024, 09:24 AM
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Have you considered tanalised pine, hardwood...
Have you considered tanalised pine, hardwood sleepers?
I gather from photo the land slopes in the direction of the concrete block wall.
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16th March 2024, 10:24 AM
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I've been talking to an English bloke there on...
I've been talking to an English bloke there on and off recently. Couple weeks ago last conversation.
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14th March 2024, 08:17 AM
Thread: Flooring before tounge and groove
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As a woodworker I cringe when I see sealant in...
As a woodworker I cringe when I see sealant in polished floors.
But admit its "a fix"
You could put a layer of that very tough plastic over joists, tightly laid and then your boards.
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13th March 2024, 10:09 PM
Thread: Flooring before tounge and groove
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In "activity stream" I can see you've posted...
In "activity stream" I can see you've posted three additional comments but they don't appear here.
If you don't want T&G or can't machine you could cut the edges on a 10 to 15° bevel and still butt... -
13th March 2024, 08:31 PM
Thread: Flooring before tounge and groove
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Rammed dirt floors, cow poo and something else....
Rammed dirt floors, cow poo and something else.
My wife's G'ma had such a house as did her dads first house.
Our house, around 1860, has pit sawn timber studs, split rafters, dovetailed wall... -
4th March 2024, 08:44 AM
Thread: Wheelie Bin Dust Separator
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I've decided to give it a crack. Put a lid on...
I've decided to give it a crack.
Put a lid on it and play with in/outlets and hook it upto my Dawn blower.
It might be too powerful and just clean the bin out.
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3rd March 2024, 12:43 PM
Thread: Wheelie Bin Dust Separator
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Thanks for input I've used this for mulch for...
Thanks for input
I've used this for mulch for years and hadn't seen it compact.
But I'd mainly have buzzer/thickneser shavings (not helical).
Oh and plenty of bark from the gum trees.
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3rd March 2024, 09:53 AM
Thread: Wheelie Bin Dust Separator
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I'd just wheel outside and add to the mulched...
I'd just wheel outside and add to the mulched native garden.
I appreciate the dilemma if no such option.
One of the things that attracted me to the idea was it's portability.
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3rd March 2024, 08:28 AM
Thread: Wheelie Bin Dust Separator
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Old saying "Praise where praise is due" I have a...
Old saying "Praise where praise is due"
I have a perfectly good wheelie bin minus the lid.
Thought it'd make a perfect receptacle for wood shavings.
Searched here for wheelie bin and voila
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24th February 2024, 06:05 PM
Thread: Are these carbide knives?
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Agree all round My French machine has identical...
Agree all round
My French machine has identical looking blades
20 x 2.5mm
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23rd February 2024, 06:17 PM
Thread: AEG Battery Tools
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:D Well that wasn't intended :U But how...
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Well that wasn't intended :U
But how sarcastically true :U:U
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Truly amazing. Very nicely executed....
Truly amazing.
Very nicely executed.
Fascinating work.
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21st February 2024, 01:43 PM
Thread: AEG Battery Tools
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Bought into AEG when renovating daughters...
Bought into AEG when renovating daughters kitchen.
Had a very nice Metabo drill but Metabo was too expensive and by then made in China
Bought a signature kit.
Can't complain but.
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18th February 2024, 09:13 AM
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I borrowed my daughters ¼ sheet Makita The...
I borrowed my daughters ¼ sheet Makita
The changes to new clamping method over my old ⅓ sheet sander is a backward step.
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15th February 2024, 03:55 AM
Thread: How to do accurate miter joints
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Interesting read. Off topic now but... In...
Interesting read.
Off topic now but...
In reply to Mobyturns
As I wandered through the post I thought "I'd know how I'd tackle that" only to see another surveyor has same thinking.
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13th February 2024, 09:21 PM
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Thanks for the input I'm aware the best option...
Thanks for the input
I'm aware the best option isn't a mitre saw but she has intentions on other uses also.
I've made decent frames on my radial arm but she's not akin to working wood, and I... -
13th February 2024, 07:34 PM
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240v Mitre saw suitable for picture frames
My daughter asked about a powered mitre saw to help her make frames for her paintings, and using smallish mouldings. Largest I've seen her use would be 30mm wide.
She doesn't want a guillotine. Has... -
11th February 2024, 03:56 PM
Thread: F-clamp restoration
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As burraboy said but if you want to add a bit of...
As burraboy said but if you want to add a bit of design, use 3mm (or other size) bronze welding rod.
It's soft enough to peen over.
Don't leave too much protrusion but don't cut to short.
Allow... -
10th February 2024, 09:23 PM
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It's a "numbered drill size" Drill SizesDrill ~...
It's a "numbered drill size"
Drill SizesDrill ~ Inch ~ mm
11 ~ 0.191 ~ 4.85
10 ~ 0.193 ~ 4.90
9 ~ 0.196 ~ 4.98
8 ~ 0.199 ~ 5.05
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10th February 2024, 01:44 PM
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Did a bit of googling forums Couple comments...
Did a bit of googling forums
Couple comments below
Stanley planes are notorious for non standard thread sizes
Based on my observations I wonder if this screw is in fact a 10-28. Stanley may... -
10th February 2024, 01:26 PM
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Mine is a No 45 Checked all wing nuts. All same...
Mine is a No 45
Checked all wing nuts. All same
No BA or Witworth equivalent
I tried all options.
Nearest size whitworth tap had No 10 stamped on it. Drill size?
It started and kept going but... -
10th February 2024, 11:15 AM
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I've found Bunnings, and other places sell...
I've found Bunnings, and other places sell imperial bolts poorly cut.
I've one, will have a look later when going to workshop.
It'd be imperial.
Is there a chance the thread is cactus? Reason the... -
7th February 2024, 07:04 PM
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Is there any chance the belt touches the bottom...
Is there any chance the belt touches the bottom of the V on the pulley?
My understanding is there should be slight clearance. Only surfaces touching are the sides?
You'd checked pulley but is... -
30th January 2024, 07:23 PM
Thread: Help identifying hardwood decking
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You have 2 photos in your original post. I...
You have 2 photos in your original post.
I looked up hardwood decking and its available if you want to pay!
Can't speak for new timber but my concern would be how long before it looks like your... -
30th January 2024, 08:41 AM
Thread: Router Direction
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Edit. Just reread what you're doing. I can't see...
Edit. Just reread what you're doing.
I can't see a difference there as both flutes are hitting the timber at same time, assuming they're accurately ground
Instinctively I think I'd still do what... -
29th January 2024, 01:14 PM
Thread: Some Canadian woodworking
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Certainly looks like craftsmanship woodworking ...
Certainly looks like craftsmanship woodworking
Some big timber pieces by the looks.
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29th January 2024, 12:57 PM
Thread: Help identifying hardwood decking
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Have you considered composite decking? Fusion...
Have you considered composite decking? Fusion wood, other names.
137x23mm 5.4m colours that look similar to photos
Quite realistic in appearance.
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27th January 2024, 02:01 PM
Thread: Hegner Scroll saw Multicut 2 for sale
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N.S.W. Not offering to buy, but I've one the bellows...
Not offering to buy, but I've one the bellows croaked ages ago.
I wouldn't be put off by lack of blower.
Banana Fish if you'd prefer I'll delete
For any interested I fitted mine to my air... -
24th January 2024, 08:20 PM
Thread: Clear coat advice needed for tabletop.
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I wouldn't guarantee it would save sassy from...
I wouldn't guarantee it would save sassy from doing its usual.
I've worked with a lot of sassafras and its disappointing how it changes.
Being hall it won't get harsh light I imagine.
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23rd January 2024, 10:11 PM
Thread: Clear coat advice needed for tabletop.
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realise you're covering a painted surface but...
realise you're covering a painted surface but share following
I used this CFP Water Based Floor Finish | Cabot'''s matt finish, on a Tasmanian Blackwood dining table I made.
I debated, mulled... -
29th October 2023, 07:05 AM
Thread: Timber size to avoid sag
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115² sounds a very strong post. When I added to...
115² sounds a very strong post.
When I added to my previous house in 1987 I used 100² clear Oregon for 2 corner posts.
One supports the corner of a 3.5 wide carport, the other the verandah corner... -
28th October 2023, 08:40 AM
Thread: Box made from bubinga
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Magnificent. Very nicely executed It's a very...
Magnificent.
Very nicely executed
It's a very striking timber
I share your pain with your brass screw incedent!
Like you I drive a steel screw first.
I take the hinge off and return the... -
5th October 2023, 01:36 PM
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Brian as mentioned use Pythagoras But I'd...
Brian as mentioned use Pythagoras
But I'd measure width and length and calculate the diagonal over the longest side. More accurate and then no need to be concerned for bowing of that long length.... -
29th September 2023, 07:38 PM
Thread: French Rolling Pin
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Interesting reading and a worthwhile labour of...
Interesting reading and a worthwhile labour of love.
I'd second clear sassafrass, or Huon.
Here Huon was used traditionally used for mangles, washboards, rolling pins, bread boards (we've two... -
25th September 2023, 09:29 PM
Thread: Flattening Veneers
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How thick will your substrate be? Is that ply,...
How thick will your substrate be?
Is that ply, mdf, or solid?
If thick can you veneer individual leaves and trim, and edge join each "board"?
I was thinking narrower strips maybe (maybe) easier...