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28th April 2013, 06:04 PM
Thread: Lathe Drilling Problems
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Thanks guys for the advice on using Araldite and...
Thanks guys for the advice on using Araldite and other similar products and to edblysard for the info on differences between drill and tube sizes, it's all greatly appreciated. I've saved the two...
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27th April 2013, 09:36 PM
Thread: Lathe Drilling Problems
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Maybe I can use Araldite in leiu of CA to take up...
Maybe I can use Araldite in leiu of CA to take up the slack between the tube and blank until I prefect my technique.
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27th April 2013, 08:54 PM
Thread: Lathe Drilling Problems
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Lathe Drilling Problems
In dire need of some hints and tips regarding drilling acrylic pen blanks with my MC900 lathe because despite my best efforts, I keep drilling oversize. My procedure:
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6th January 2013, 07:36 PM
Thread: Troublesome Day
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Pic
Here's the promised pic, it's a Dayacom Sienna Chrome Click kit from Gary Pye with a Bull-Oke turning. Not a bad looking blank for a tree I treat as a weed species.
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4th January 2013, 11:24 PM
Thread: Troublesome Day
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The defect is a tiny white spot. I sanded...
The defect is a tiny white spot. I sanded longitudinally with 600 to remove any CA ridges (lesson learnt pre-xmas). Thanks all for the tip on recovering the tubes, they're cheap but still a waste if...
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4th January 2013, 09:17 PM
Thread: Troublesome Day
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Troublesome Day
Still new to pen turning (all turning really) and have managed to produce a few nice looking Sierras and Slimlines in both timber and acrylic. Gave the pen intended for my fathers xmas pressie to my...
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29th December 2012, 07:59 PM
Thread: Makita 1/2" Plunge Router vs AEG router
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FWIW I just bought the AEG router from Bunnings...
FWIW I just bought the AEG router from Bunnings for $199 2 days ago to replace a 3 year old Ozito with a bung plunge mechanism, I think the equivalent Makita version was around $500. Only tried out...
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28th December 2012, 10:22 PM
Thread: Stihl Chainsaw Decision
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SWMBO bought me a Stihl MS181 Mini-Boss for...
SWMBO bought me a Stihl MS181 Mini-Boss for Fathers Day for delimbing trees I felled with my MS441 Magnum. It's a 31cc with a 14" bar and I think we paid $399 for it. I'm pretty happy with it.
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25th December 2012, 01:28 PM
Thread: First Acrylics - Xmas Pens
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First Acrylics - Xmas Pens
Tried my hand at acrylics for the first time today, hoping they'll be good enough for xmas presents. I'm pretty happy with the outcome, thanks to all who contribute here for their hints and tips....
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4th November 2012, 06:56 PM
Thread: A Few Firsts
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A Few Firsts
Just thought I'd post some pics of my first cutting board (Jarrah / Camphor Laurel) and first pen (Gold / Titanium Sierra with Black Wattle body) made over the weekend. The cutting board has...
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14th October 2012, 10:10 PM
Thread: It''s Finally Happening RETIREMENT
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I'm not quite there yet but hopefully staring...
I'm not quite there yet but hopefully staring down the barrel. I tried resigning earlier this year, in April, but got talked into taking long service leave on half pay to extend 3 months leave into 6...
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26th August 2012, 12:29 PM
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Thanks John, your efforts are greatly appreciated...
Thanks John, your efforts are greatly appreciated and admired by me and the lucky birthday boy recipient. We made it back home with just enough time to dress and leave for the party (that's me...
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25th August 2012, 02:15 PM
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URGENTLY WANTED 25/8/2012 Brisbane Northside
Hi Guys
I'm in urgent need of a pen for a gift for today Saturday Aug 25 pickup somewhere Brisbane northside. I don't like slimline pens, I prefer the heavier styles so I think I'm looking for a... -
26th March 2012, 09:16 PM
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Got to agree that I think Buloke is an...
Got to agree that I think Buloke is an under-rated timber for it's appearance. Not that I've done a lot with it and even though I treat it as a weed on my property (near Roma) because it interferes...
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15th February 2012, 01:41 PM
Thread: Whipper Snipper Fuel/Oil mix
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FWIW, I run 50:1 in all my small engines, both 4...
FWIW, I run 50:1 in all my small engines, both 4 and 2 stroke and have done for over 10 years without any degradation in performance on the 4 strokes. My reasoning being that I only need to maintain...
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30th January 2012, 03:46 AM
Thread: Maloof inspired low back dining chair.
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I'm a fan of George Nakashima but really I'm...
I'm a fan of George Nakashima but really I'm liking this thread, keep the pics coming :2tsup:
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18th January 2012, 01:43 PM
Thread: The Second Stanley Plane Blade Order
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My extra spokeshave blade is in the post today...
My extra spokeshave blade is in the post today and being returned to Thumbsucker for redistribution.
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21st December 2011, 03:20 PM
Thread: Jacaranda Stand Table
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Looks great, well done !
Looks great, well done !
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19th December 2011, 01:38 PM
Thread: Carbatec jointer and thicknesser
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I'm watching this thread with interest, I have...
I'm watching this thread with interest, I have the same items in mind. Just waiting for Santa to bring more gift vouchers. I did pretty well ($400) for my birthday back in November :)
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13th December 2011, 09:19 PM
Thread: Beginner's box
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Hi Michael, Congrats to you both, and from...
Hi Michael,
Congrats to you both, and from personal experience I know he couldn't ask for a better teacher!
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12th December 2011, 07:33 PM
Thread: The Second Stanley Plane Blade Order
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Well well well, imagine my utter surprise when my...
Well well well, imagine my utter surprise when my wife rang me and said a heavy package had just been delivered, sent from the same person who I received a parcel from last Friday. Two * 2 3/8"...
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11th December 2011, 09:08 PM
Thread: The Second Stanley Plane Blade Order
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Time to add my 2c worth, after maintaining...
Time to add my 2c worth, after maintaining extreme tolerance and great restraint for the past 2 years.
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25th November 2011, 10:37 PM
Thread: My Birthday Today
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My Birthday Today
Just thought I'd share a few reflections on my 51st birthday today that I planned to have the day off and do a few personal things ......
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8th November 2011, 09:55 PM
Thread: Outdoor table / chair build
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Interesting series of pics and looking forward to...
Interesting series of pics and looking forward to see more pics as it progresses.
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23rd October 2011, 09:29 PM
Thread: Blade Drift - What's happening here?
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I had a similar problem a month or two ago. Tried...
I had a similar problem a month or two ago. Tried all sorts of adjustments with the guide only then I checked the actual squareness of the table to the blade. Note to self .....
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9th October 2011, 01:19 PM
Thread: Birthday for Mic-d
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Hi Mick Happy Birthday and have a great day !...
Hi Mick
Happy Birthday and have a great day !
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7th October 2011, 08:00 PM
Thread: Deleting Bookmarks in Firefox
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Highlight the bookmark, right mouse-click to...
Highlight the bookmark, right mouse-click to display the pop-up submenu. There is a Delete option there on my Firefox.
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24th September 2011, 10:09 AM
Thread: What is the best Tom Waits album
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Wow, I'm impressed to see so many Tom Waits fans...
Wow, I'm impressed to see so many Tom Waits fans here :) Most of my TW is on vinyl so hasn't been played in a long time. Blue Valentine's "Red Shoes" for me. I remember him appearing on the Paul...
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11th September 2011, 12:08 PM
Thread: bandsaw blade suppliers in Brissy?
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I get mine from Combined Saw and Knife - Saw and...
I get mine from Combined Saw and Knife - Saw and Knife sharpening services Brisbane Australia, they're close by in Deception Bay and I find their service very good.
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11th September 2011, 11:22 AM
Thread: First crack at a Slab
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+1 :2tsup: A great idea for my BILs bar and...
+1 :2tsup:
A great idea for my BILs bar and games room.
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20th August 2011, 11:21 PM
Thread: Eco building groups in QLD?
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None that I know of, maybe try the Ausbale...
None that I know of, maybe try the Ausbale (Ausbale - News) website. I did a Strawbale course with Huff N Puff (http://strawbale.archinet.com.au/) and a Cordwood course with Rob and Jacki (Earthwood...
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7th August 2011, 11:06 PM
Thread: Wood splitting and cracking
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The easiest suggestion I have is to pack the...
The easiest suggestion I have is to pack the piece away wrapped in the fresh green shavings.
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26th July 2011, 08:13 PM
Thread: Cadel & the TDF
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Having watched the TDF for the past few years,...
Having watched the TDF for the past few years, all the lost sleep finally seems worth it. A great effort and a great race.
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26th May 2011, 04:16 PM
Thread: What is the free trim of pine logs?
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My best guess, is that the logs are priced to...
My best guess, is that the logs are priced to 5.8m but an extra 10cm is added to allow you to trim off any damaged or checked ends so that you end up with 5.8m worth of usable timber.
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23rd May 2011, 02:19 AM
Thread: Chair Bodging
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Here's me making a Windsor chair leg with my pole...
Here's me making a Windsor chair leg with my pole lathe and the finished product. I used bloodwood and damn it was hard work! I haven't done much else with it since partly because I cannot find...
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18th May 2011, 01:18 PM
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THANK YOU I'm going Friday but only for an hour or two...
I'm going Friday but only for an hour or two during my lunch break (I work just up the road) and can't commit to spending time on the stand and looking around as well. If the situation changes then...
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12th May 2011, 12:15 PM
Thread: New "bowl"?
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Wow, that is beautiful ! :2tsup:
Wow, that is beautiful ! :2tsup:
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8th May 2011, 11:55 AM
Thread: curved mango slab coffee table WIP
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I'm looking forward to seeing how this...
I'm looking forward to seeing how this progresses. It looks like a great start :)
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26th April 2011, 09:03 AM
Thread: planter box
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I like it :) What timber did you use ?
I like it :) What timber did you use ?
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22nd April 2011, 11:11 PM
Thread: Where to learn to tow a tralier?
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I've always used 7*5 trailers because they are...
I've always used 7*5 trailers because they are visible in the side mirrors, anything smaller is a pain to reverse when rearward visibility is limited. I've towed and reversed parked trailers, boats...
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30th March 2011, 12:30 PM
Thread: Wanted: Wheelwright
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Try Jondaryan Woolshed...
Try Jondaryan Woolshed
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30th March 2011, 12:29 PM
Thread: Hardwood shingles
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Try Stan Ceglinski at The Billinudgel Wood...
Try Stan Ceglinski at The Billinudgel Wood Working Company
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7th March 2011, 12:21 AM
Thread: QLD Power Poles
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There's a place here in Narangba that recovers...
There's a place here in Narangba that recovers poles. All metal components are removed, checked by metal detector, then the poles are bucked to the required length, finally cut into decking, posts,...
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28th February 2011, 01:49 PM
Thread: Storing Chainsaw Fuel Mixes
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I only ever have 2-stoke fuel in plastic fuel...
I only ever have 2-stoke fuel in plastic fuel containers. I then use the same fuel for my 4-stroke mower, 4-stroke snipper, 4-stroke pumps and 2-stoke chainsaws. I've done it this way for years and...
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17th February 2011, 10:47 PM
Thread: Queen size Mango bed
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Loved the Studio table and looking on with great...
Loved the Studio table and looking on with great interest at what you do here.
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8th February 2011, 03:44 PM
Thread: Yasi is a huge, dangerous cyclone
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Jill, If you're on Facebook, search for Ergon...
Jill,
If you're on Facebook, search for Ergon Energy and join their page. They have lots of information on the progress of the restoration effort and can answer your questions. I'm not associated... -
4th February 2011, 08:07 AM
Thread: Sheoak hall/entrance table
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+ 1 wow, that's beautiful
+ 1 wow, that's beautiful
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1st February 2011, 01:44 PM
Thread: Yasi is a huge, dangerous cyclone
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Stay safe Cliff and Jill, my SIL in Mackay is...
Stay safe Cliff and Jill, my SIL in Mackay is getting warning and evacuation SMS messages and thats miles from the expected epicentre. So, yep it's going to be a rough ride. All the best.
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21st January 2011, 01:00 AM
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Checkout my home made "Triton Slabmaster"...
Checkout my home made "Triton Slabmaster" (https://www.woodworkforums.com/f187/mango-coffee-table-wip-127595/) for a simple idea using angle iron and a router.
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15th January 2011, 09:57 PM
Thread: Another Side Table
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Thanks everyone for your kind words, it's...
Thanks everyone for your kind words, it's appreciated :)
Jill, I think you could get the same finish by wiping on, leaving soak and wiping off before the oil dries. The slab needed further fine...