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Hi woodywoodpecker,

I asked Richard some time ago if he did tuition and I think he prefers to teach people with a little experience (though don't quote me on that, I could be wrong). He's...

Hi all.

I'll shortly be spending a week at Umina Beach, just nth of Sydney near Woy Woy, Brooklyn, etc.
Do any of you know of any woodturning galleries/shops etc in this area worth visiting?
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Has anyone turned Poplar? A friend has just given me 5 very large pieces that will make nice large bowls. I just wondered if anyone had turned this wood before and if there's anything I should be...

What method do you all use to place info (such as your name, type of timber, etc) on finshed products?

For those that may be interested....it seems fixed. Yaaay.

Just as well, too. My wife was getting sore arms spinning it manually for me....

For those of you that might be interested....

I gave my C1000 motor and pulleys to my Father-in-Law who is a Fitter & turner/engineer type. He took the pulleys off and found that the hole for the...

I have a problem with my Woodfast C1000 and just wanted to know if others have had the same problem.
I cannot seem to stop vibrations in my lathe. I have bolted it to the floor, but it still seems...

Hi all.
I posted this question on the 'turning newsgroup, but thought I'd try for more Aussie responses....
A question for those of you who are experts at turning pens....
How do you keep from...

Hey Tim.

You didn't tell us when it is! Or where, exactly!

Hey Hew.

Make sure you also visit Brads Burls. They (last time I was there) have an excellent range of burls and craftwoods in lots of different timbers. Last time I visited I ended up with a car...

Can anyone point me in the right direction to get some info on wet sanding? I have seen it mentioned many times but never really explained. Do you use water, oil, or what? Any advice or personal...

Hi Bruce (and others).

Perhaps I should not have been quite so specific and say just Brisbane. We will be travelling down to the Gold Coast and up to the Montville/Maleny area. Does that open it...

Hmmm.

Nobody has a favourite haunt in the Brisbane area. That surprises me a little. I have a few shops that I know I will be visiting, but I thought that there might be some that are not so well...

Hi all.

I will be travelling to Brisbane for xmas and would like to know if there are any galleries/shops in the Brisbane area which are a 'must' for a turning enthusiast.

Ta

Has anyone ever heard of, or have information regarding a KITY 633 wood lathe?

To those of you that are lucky enough to sell some of your turnings, how do you work out how much to charge? And do you charge differently if you sell to a retailer who is then going to sell to the...

Hi all.

Is there any web based info on making pens? I have not yet bought any kits and am unsure as to whether they come with any sort of instructions/tips.
Also, what glue is best for securing...

Speaking of the Rotary Sander, how does it compare with the drill mounted foam pad/velcro type? Can you use the smaller drill mounted pads, etc, on the Rotary Sander?

I have often seen references to people using sanding sealer on their work. What does it do and in what circumstances is it used?

Thanks.

Thanks John.

I also use EEE Creme and, like you, have found it to be a great product. I've been using oil on timbers such as Jarrah burl, though as it tends to have cracks, knots etc and if I were...

Hi All.

Recently I have been using Danish Oil on a few turnings but I find that the smell is quite overpowering. Does anyone know if it is possible to add anything to it to change the smell? Or...

I'm heading to the Blue Mtns this weekend and wonder if there are any galleries displaying turnings that are worth visiting while I'm there...

Thanks.

My father has the following lathe for sale, in Albury. It would probably best suit a beginner or someone wanting a second, smaller lathe.

WOOD Lathe, Durden L500, 4 speed, 1/2hp, 25cm swing, 107cm...

I have just purchased an 8" bench grinder only to find that the wheels seem to be considerably out of round. When I try to grind a tool, it just bounces rather than staying on the grinding surface....

I have a magazine that has an article in it where Ray Key tests the Kel McNaughton system. I could send you a copy if you'd like.

Hi Brett.

Thanks for your reply. I found it very useful. I would like to discuss with you further about this topic. I am interested to know how old your Woodcut tool is. Could you email me direct...

I'd like to get anyone's opinions on the various hollowing tools that are on the market. I saw the Woodcut tool demonstrated at the Sydney WWW show on the weekend and then was able to use a previous...

Hi all.
Can anyone suggest easy ways of determining nice shapes to turn. I know that there are books available which give examples of bowl shapes but would like to know if there are any web sites...

Thanks .
Obviously buying a 6 inch grinder will save me a few bucks which will both keep my wife happy and also leave me more money to spend on wood!

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Steve W.

Hi guys.
This line of conversation has prompted me to ask a few questions in relation to sharpening turning tools.

1. What size grinder is the best 6 or 8 inch?

2. What grit wheel is best?
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