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5th May 2020, 12:40 PM
Thread: May 2020 - PRIZE DRAW - # 127
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26th August 2018, 09:24 PM
Thread: September Prize Draw # 125
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23rd April 2018, 04:28 PM
Thread: April/May 2018 - PRIZE DRAW # 123
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13th March 2018, 11:32 PM
Thread: MARCH/APRIL2018 - Prize Draw # 122
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11th October 2017, 07:03 PM
Thread: NOVEMBER 2017 - Prize Draw # 120
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13th January 2017, 10:53 PM
Thread: New York City Woodworking outlets?
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Woodcraft Honolulu...
Woodcraft Honolulu
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15th September 2016, 05:46 PM
Thread: Second Hand electric motors
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Try your local council recycling / tip shop. I...
Try your local council recycling / tip shop. I recently purchased a clothes dryer for about $10. Perfect working condition, have set the motor aside for a future project.
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25th July 2016, 11:33 PM
Thread: Router problem
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GMC made many routers. If you provide more...
GMC made many routers. If you provide more details (picture if possible) someone may be able to help with a parts source. Or they may have a dead one with a good switch.
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11th November 2015, 09:49 PM
Thread: Bandsaw - what the heck is this!?
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This looks a lot like the Clarke CBS355 bandsaw,...
This looks a lot like the Clarke CBS355 bandsaw, minus the disk sander.. You can download a copy of the manual here.
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30th October 2015, 11:52 AM
Thread: URGENT: Small thickness sander build
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Found this on Pinterest, it may be a solution to...
Found this on Pinterest, it may be a solution to your problem.362424
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3rd April 2015, 08:21 PM
Thread: Carbide turning tools - need help
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Here is one option ...
Here is one option
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Pretty sure that's Macassar Ebony. Looks...
Pretty sure that's Macassar Ebony. Looks identical to the pieces I have in the shed. About 2 pen blanks worth there, so about $5-6 as already stated.
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10th November 2014, 11:18 PM
Thread: What Size Chisels do I Need?
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Don't forget Japanese chisels.:oo:
Don't forget Japanese chisels.:oo:
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30th October 2014, 11:19 AM
Thread: Legendary Timberbits Service
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Legendary Timberbits Service
These guys just seem to have the model RIGHT.
Placed an order on their website yesterday at 12:20.
Received my goods in Hervey Bay this morning at 10:10.
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24th October 2014, 09:09 AM
Thread: A Very Pleasant Surprise
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So did you tell them off for sending stuff you...
So did you tell them off for sending stuff you didn't order? http://d1r5wj36adg1sk.cloudfront.net/images/smilies/standard/biggrin.gif
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24th October 2014, 12:09 AM
Thread: A Very Pleasant Surprise
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Yes, the photos I posted were taken with a mobile...
Yes, the photos I posted were taken with a mobile phone. I can assure you that the ringed gidgee I received looked every bit as good in person as it did on the website, and the bonus pieces (ringed...
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23rd October 2014, 10:14 PM
Thread: A Very Pleasant Surprise
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A Very Pleasant Surprise
A couple of weeks ago a posting in the marketplace advertising ringed gidgee for sale caught my eye. Here is the link.
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6th October 2014, 10:24 AM
Thread: name for collection of chisels?
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Thesaurus.com gives 58 synonyms for "group". ...
Thesaurus.com gives 58 synonyms for "group". Here are my top ten from that list (as they apply to chisels):
accumulation
bevy
cluster
clutch
covey
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8th August 2014, 10:11 AM
Thread: Hervey Bay Men's Shed
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Good idea. As I recall the two clubs opening...
Good idea. As I recall the two clubs opening hours (days) are different, so that will keep you busy.
Reason I asked is that the Woodcrafters club doesn't advertise itself very much, and there are... -
8th August 2014, 12:22 AM
Thread: Hervey Bay Men's Shed
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Just to clarify, Hervey Bay has both a...
Just to clarify, Hervey Bay has both a Woodcrafts Club and a Men's Shed (or at least they did a year ago when I moved up here). I thought the Woodcrafts Club was by far the better organised and...
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8th July 2014, 11:37 AM
Thread: CWS 2 Thumbs Up for Great Service
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CWS 2 Thumbs Up for Great Service
Too often we complain about poor service, and forget to acknowledge great service.
Placed an order on the CWS website yesterday just before noon. This morning before 9AM an Australia Post courier... -
1st February 2014, 12:30 AM
Thread: Tool shops in Hawaii
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I went to Hawaii about 4 years ago for a holiday...
I went to Hawaii about 4 years ago for a holiday and found Woodcraft very good to deal with. They told me they have a number of Aussie customers who come every few years and load up on tools. A...
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30th January 2014, 04:54 PM
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There are several ways (as above posts prove) to...
There are several ways (as above posts prove) to run a 15 amp saw on a 10 amp circuit. But you can expect that your warranty will be void if you do so and the motor fails (for any reason).
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16th January 2014, 12:50 PM
Thread: Brain teaser.
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Happy to Doug. As long as you follow Monty's...
Happy to Doug. As long as you follow Monty's rules.:D
I included the second puzzle because it illustrates the trap of using logic rather than math. You are correct, the chances of getting heads... -
16th January 2014, 12:31 PM
Thread: Brain teaser.
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Is that the goat from Jurassic Park? If so, you...
Is that the goat from Jurassic Park? If so, you might want to get the kids out of the room..:C
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16th January 2014, 12:15 PM
Thread: Brain teaser.
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Doug, I stand by my analysis because it is...
Doug, I stand by my analysis because it is mathematically correct.
Initially there are 3 possible outcomes. But because Monty always eliminates a door with a goat, there are 4 outcomes, as shown... -
16th January 2014, 11:30 AM
Thread: Brain teaser.
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Yep, read that. The analysis is flawed, because...
Yep, read that. The analysis is flawed, because as shown in my proof above, it ignore the fact that there are 4 possible outcomes where you have initially selected the correct door, and only two...
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16th January 2014, 11:06 AM
Thread: Brain teaser.
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I stand by my earlier post. Here's the proof. ...
I stand by my earlier post. Here's the proof.
To simply things I've only included the scenario where the car is behind door 1, and goats are behind doors 2 and 3. But if you work through D2 =... -
16th January 2014, 09:18 AM
Thread: Brain teaser.
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Sorry to burst your bubble, but your math is...
Sorry to burst your bubble, but your math is wrong. You outline 3 scenarios, there are actually 4.
In the case you selected the correct door to begin with, Monty can do one of 2 things. He can... -
10th January 2014, 05:31 PM
Thread: Where to buy pre-drilled holes?
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My local Bunnings usually has them (out of stock...
My local Bunnings usually has them (out of stock at the moment). In the same isle as the round tuits.
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4th January 2014, 07:38 AM
Thread: Zero voltage knee press emergency stop
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If you search ebay using "emergency switch", you...
If you search ebay using "emergency switch", you get a few options. Even a few in Oz. :U
Also Jaycar has this on their website.
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If you are looking at the Weber Q you should also...
If you are looking at the Weber Q you should also consider the Ziggy from Barbecues Galore. I bought one 6 months ago after looking closely at the Weber, and haven't regretted it.
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17th December 2013, 04:12 PM
Thread: Table saw recommendations (Sub $750)
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Option 1: Look for a good quality second hand...
Option 1: Look for a good quality second hand saw.
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8th December 2013, 04:31 AM
Thread: Cost of Dado blades - U.S. vs Australian
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You could take your first sentence and substitute...
You could take your first sentence and substitute almost anything for "dado blade", and the sentence would still be true.
Except maybe wine...:cool:
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6th December 2013, 04:26 PM
Thread: Woodfast bandsaw - Good Buy?
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A couple of years ago I needed to replace the...
A couple of years ago I needed to replace the motor in my table saw, and learned two things:
1. Chinese motor power ratings are optimistic. I think Chinese horses are quite a bit smaller than... -
5th December 2013, 04:44 PM
Thread: Pen turning tools in Perth
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One of the best sources for pen turning tools and...
One of the best sources for pen turning tools and materials is Timberbits. Good prices, good selection, and very quick shipping.
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2nd December 2013, 09:13 AM
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.. Yup, like most people around here I...
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Yup, like most people around here I routinely pass over great products because I prefer to be miserable.
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1st December 2013, 11:39 AM
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Methinks someone has invoked the Jam rule. ...
Methinks someone has invoked the Jam rule.
"The rule is, jam to-morrow and jam yesterday – but never jam to-day."
"It must come sometimes to 'jam to-day'," Alice objected.
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23rd November 2013, 05:45 PM
Thread: Chisels how many do you really need??
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I just need two more. Honest. Then I'll stop.
I just need two more.
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23rd November 2013, 01:37 PM
Thread: McJings website????
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Does anyone know if they are back up? I clicked...
Does anyone know if they are back up? I clicked on their link and something was downloaded to my computer. I deleted it without opening it, but wonder what's going on.
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26th September 2013, 05:20 PM
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I've just had my first try with the water based...
I've just had my first try with the water based product on a dining table and I'm very impressed. Dries to the touch quickly, so very little trouble with runs. Virtually no smell (important for me...
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23rd September 2013, 05:18 PM
Thread: Best way to glue blackbean timber?
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Been watching Norm again, have you?
Been watching Norm again, have you?
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19th September 2013, 09:02 PM
Thread: KFF Bandsaw
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I upgraded the guides on a similar bandsaw about...
I upgraded the guides on a similar bandsaw about 4 years ago and got mine (upper only) from Timbecon. :C
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19th September 2013, 08:55 PM
Thread: Driving Canberra to Brisbane
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+1 for David Linton and Mullimbimby Woodworks. ...
+1 for David Linton and Mullimbimby Woodworks. Both worth the time. Also might consider Lazarides timber. A bit pricey for my liking but you might find a bargain, especially for turning.
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19th September 2013, 08:46 PM
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It depends on how many coats, and the look you...
It depends on how many coats, and the look you want to achieve.
I made a desk out of New Guinea Rosewood about 8 years ago which I finished with 4 coats of wipe on poly. I chose satin because I... -
8th September 2013, 01:39 PM
Thread: Woodman 14' Bandsaw Parts
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Firstly, I'm guessing it's a 14", not 14'. :U ...
Firstly, I'm guessing it's a 14", not 14'. :U
As you are new to the forum you probably can't post pictures, so I'll ask if your bandsaw looks like the one in this post.
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2nd September 2013, 02:25 PM
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I always thought "want" was halfway between...
I always thought "want" was halfway between "like" and "need"...
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7th August 2013, 09:00 AM
Thread: There are three kinds of people
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There are ||| kinds of people...
There are ||| kinds of people...
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24th July 2013, 12:02 PM
Thread: Ebay Droppings Thread.
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Perhaps it's a rare Japanese pushknife...
Perhaps it's a rare Japanese pushknife...
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22nd July 2013, 01:02 PM
Thread: There are 10 kinds of people
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If you decide to do nothing, then you have done...
If you decide to do nothing, then you have done something (made a decision). And you are finished.