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9th July 2021, 03:04 PM
Thread: Identification
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Thanks Brad, I think you nailed it. :D
Thanks Brad, I think you nailed it. :D
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9th July 2021, 09:45 AM
Thread: Identification
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Identification
Anyone have any ideas on this piece. A block I rescued from the dunp, heavy, hard and stable so far.497663497664 about 220mm dia. Thanks.
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13th June 2021, 10:21 AM
Thread: VM 100 Chuck
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N.S.W. What spindle thread / inserts.
What spindle thread / inserts.
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4th June 2021, 09:37 PM
Thread: Generic crushgrind.
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A few years ago, 5yrs? 7yrs?, I bought some...
A few years ago, 5yrs? 7yrs?, I bought some "crushgrind" mills from a local AU supplier, they came in plain packaging and had black adjusting buttons on the base, I now realize they were generic. I...
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31st May 2021, 05:41 PM
Thread: Generic crushgrind.
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Generic crushgrind.
It seems that Crushgrind are now around $18-$20 in Australia. "Designed in Denmark" so probably made in China.
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28th May 2021, 05:41 PM
Thread: Woodcut mill drill
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CWS were out of stock so bought from Queensland...
CWS were out of stock so bought from Queensland Woodwork Supplies. It arrived today and I ran it through some River Oak blanks.
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28th May 2021, 05:25 PM
Thread: Mystery lathe spindle attachments
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Also called a cup chuck.
Also called a cup chuck.
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24th May 2021, 09:56 AM
Thread: Woodcut mill drill
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OK, no offers, I'll buy a new one. Cheers.
OK, no offers, I'll buy a new one. Cheers.
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24th May 2021, 09:54 AM
Thread: Wanted Woodcut Crushgrind mill drill.
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WANTED:N.S.W.. OK, I'll buy a new one.
OK, I'll buy a new one.
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17th May 2021, 05:59 PM
Thread: Woodcut mill drill
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Woodcut mill drill
I'm going to buy a crushgrind mill drill and thought I'd check for a pre-loved one before buying new. I posted in the Wanted section. Thanks.
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16th May 2021, 10:21 AM
Thread: Wanted Woodcut Crushgrind mill drill.
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WANTED:N.S.W.. Wanted Woodcut Crushgrind mill drill.
Hi Before I buy a new one I'm just wondering if anyone has a used one they will sell. Price plus postage, Cheers.
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21st March 2021, 01:47 PM
Thread: Sharpening bandsaw blades
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Well, my 10 for $10 diamond wheels arrived and I...
Well, my 10 for $10 diamond wheels arrived and I into it, every thing worked as advertised, very light touch, shined up 3+mm on the top/back of all 147 teeth and she cuts much,much better, maybe as...
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12th March 2021, 05:55 PM
Thread: HAFCO BS16A manual and photo's
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I have the same saw but purchased 2008 and...
I have the same saw but purchased 2008 and appears to have the upgraded guides, but the guides on mine are less than ideal.
I have the manual, parts list, etc But H&F told me this week they no... -
12th March 2021, 11:49 AM
Thread: Sharpening bandsaw blades
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The diamond wheels still have not arrived but...
The diamond wheels still have not arrived but decided I needed a blade stop.
A couple of bits of wire, a 4inch nail and some old chainsaw fuel line
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11th March 2021, 08:03 AM
Thread: Sharpening bandsaw blades
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Neil, here's one,Sharpen Your Bandsaw With Harbor...
Neil, here's one,Sharpen Your Bandsaw With Harbor Freight Tool - YouTube A bit basic and I think it needs something ( a roller? ) to hold the blade down.
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10th March 2021, 12:33 PM
Thread: Sharpening bandsaw blades
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Yes Neil I thought about a stop but assumed that...
Yes Neil I thought about a stop but assumed that would entail a spring loaded Pawl to ensure that each tooth was held at the same height.
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10th March 2021, 12:15 PM
Thread: HAFCO BS16A manual and photo's
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What was the upgrade? Mine need something done....
What was the upgrade? Mine need something done. Thanks.
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10th March 2021, 07:40 AM
Thread: Sharpening bandsaw blades
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I cant see the logic of removing more metal from...
I cant see the logic of removing more metal from the back of the tooth, but if it doesn't work I'll change it.
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9th March 2021, 05:24 PM
Thread: Sharpening bandsaw blades
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Well I built the jig, just waiting for the little...
Well I built the jig, just waiting for the little diamond discs. Yes Bob, at $1 each i'm not expecting too many diamonds:U Henry Bro. told me they cannot be sharpened so I'll risk $10 to try.
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9th March 2021, 08:32 AM
Thread: Sharpening bandsaw blades
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Like this.......Easy Band Saw Sharpening Jig -...
Like this.......Easy Band Saw Sharpening Jig - YouTube
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7th March 2021, 04:51 PM
Thread: Sharpening bandsaw blades
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How do the little Dremil discs stand up to the...
How do the little Dremil discs stand up to the TCT? I have two of those 1" 1.3tpi both blunt, do I need to buy a box of discs? Thanks Phil.
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5th March 2021, 07:06 AM
Thread: Faceplate screws
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Perfect, thanks. Just what I'm after.
Perfect, thanks. Just what I'm after.
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5th March 2021, 07:04 AM
Thread: Faceplate screws
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Yes Crocy I'm sure, thanks. I've been using them...
Yes Crocy I'm sure, thanks. I've been using them for 15years with never a failure, and I use faceplates a lot.
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4th March 2021, 06:57 PM
Thread: Faceplate screws
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Faceplate screws
Do any of you old blokes remember about 15 yrs ago someone was selling woodscrews with 4mm socket heads, They are the best faceplate screws I've used and lasted, well, 15yrs.
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1st March 2021, 08:26 AM
Thread: Durden Pacemaker
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SOUTH AUST No thanks, mine is working fine, just the on/off...
No thanks, mine is working fine, just the on/off switch. pm sent
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28th February 2021, 08:13 PM
Thread: Durden Pacemaker
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SOUTH AUST Yes China, I need the ON/OFF switch if you do...
Yes China, I need the ON/OFF switch if you do have to strip it for parts. cheers.
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27th February 2021, 07:23 PM
Thread: Brown Mallee
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The red one is 160mm X 45mm I started on the...
The red one is 160mm X 45mm I started on the small ones and will work up as I learn. Very sharp scrapers are the go.
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26th February 2021, 07:13 AM
Thread: Durden Pacemaker
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SOUTH AUST Hi China If your going to strip it for parts...
Hi China If your going to strip it for parts I'll probably have a use for the control switches. So after !/3/21 maybe you could come up with a price?
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24th February 2021, 07:28 AM
Thread: DURDEN Pacemaker UP10-600
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SOLD: SOLD, thanks for looking.
SOLD, thanks for looking.
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24th February 2021, 07:26 AM
Thread: Brown Mallee
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Thanks Mate, I'll persevere.
Thanks Mate, I'll persevere.
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23rd February 2021, 01:29 PM
Thread: Brown Mallee
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Just a question, I've been using Danish oil on...
Just a question, I've been using Danish oil on these ( my WOP has turned to jello) but after a few coats it's still a flat finish, I'd like a bit more gloss. So, do I just persevere with the DO or is...
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23rd February 2021, 01:22 PM
Thread: Brown Mallee
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And some more. 490258
And some more. 490258
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23rd February 2021, 06:59 AM
Thread: DURDEN Pacemaker UP10-600
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SOLD: Rise and fall on this one works well.
Rise and fall on this one works well.
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23rd February 2021, 06:57 AM
Thread: DURDEN Pacemaker UP10-600
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SOLD: Big and heavy, two strong young men would...
Big and heavy, two strong young men would struggle to load onto a ute, and I'm neither of those so bring help.
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22nd February 2021, 06:15 PM
Thread: DURDEN Pacemaker UP10-600
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SOLD: OK, so no interest in buying it. How about FREE...
OK, so no interest in buying it. How about FREE to good home?
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22nd February 2021, 06:33 AM
Thread: Brown Mallee
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Top and bottom of same piece.
Top and bottom of same piece.
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20th February 2021, 11:44 AM
Thread: Brown Mallee
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Brown Mallee
Nice chunk of burl, only first coat of DO489872489873
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17th February 2021, 12:07 PM
Thread: DURDEN Pacemaker UP10-600
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SOLD: DURDEN Pacemaker UP10-600
Was working well but just went to start it and it just hums. Not rust, the red in the photo is Rosewood dust. A few extra saw blades go with it.
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17th November 2020, 08:57 PM
Thread: Old Vicmarc lathe.
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could it be a number 1 morse taper?
could it be a number 1 morse taper?
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17th November 2020, 04:31 PM
Thread: Old Vicmarc lathe.
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I have an old (1989) VL175sh and the hole in the...
I have an old (1989) VL175sh and the hole in the quill starts at 17.7mm. all my M2 tapers fit perfectly. Is it possible that the end of the quill has been bashed and formed a 1.5mm "lip" on the...
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11th October 2020, 06:50 PM
Thread: Is wattle anyy good for turning?
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Blackwood is Wattle Acacia
Blackwood is Wattle Acacia
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9th October 2020, 08:24 AM
Thread: Is wattle anyy good for turning?
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Post some pics for ID, lots of Blackwood planted...
Post some pics for ID, lots of Blackwood planted in Vic.
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Well, thank you for that advice Gentlemen I'll...
Well, thank you for that advice Gentlemen I'll have a play with it green and not be too upset when it falls to bits.:). Phil
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Macadamia
Just heard of some 30yr old tree being pushed out. Has anyone turned Macadamia? Being a nut tree I thought it might be good ?
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20th March 2020, 04:04 PM
Thread: Timber ID Help Please
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Looks a bit like that Leyland Cypress they...
Looks a bit like that Leyland Cypress they planted everywhere as windbreaks 80years ago, not too heavy and a distinctive smell, could be.
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29th December 2019, 04:16 PM
Thread: Mulberry colour change.
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Oh no, I'm quite happy with the colour, just...
Oh no, I'm quite happy with the colour, just thought it was interesting, and maybe instructive for people colour matching or using the dreaded woodfiller. :) Phil
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29th December 2019, 08:57 AM
Thread: Mulberry colour change.
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Mulberry colour change.
Made this Mulberry bowl 2years ago. It,s never been in direct sunlight. Finish is WOP.466297466296
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9th November 2019, 11:10 AM
Thread: to many adds
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I've been supporting Ubeaut and sponsers for...
I've been supporting Ubeaut and sponsers for 15yrs, spent thousands, but when the ads get too much the blocker comes on. Cheers.
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8th November 2019, 08:28 PM
Thread: to many adds
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Change your ad blocker. I'm getting a banner on...
Change your ad blocker. I'm getting a banner on each forum ( Carrols Woodcraft) for the woodturning, then nothing, no banners, nothing in the right hand columns.
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8th August 2019, 07:04 PM
Thread: Spindle Workout 2
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Lovely, what sort of stain? Phil.
Lovely, what sort of stain? Phil.