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30th March 2022, 11:37 AM
Thread: Spalted wood.
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Spalted wood.
Is spalted wood harmful to us ?
In this case I have a few blanks of spalted Oak which I have turned and seem to be getting a re-action to it.
Is it just coincidence or is it harmful ?
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14th May 2020, 12:31 PM
Thread: Surprise Find
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Beautiful. Is it a burl root ball or a...
Beautiful.
Is it a burl root ball or a lignotuber which WA peppermints are renown for.
Cheeers
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25th January 2020, 10:58 AM
Thread: banksia pod vases
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Hi Ted, Can you please confirm that the...
Hi Ted,
Can you please confirm that the Banksia nut is cast in the upright position.?
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15th August 2019, 03:13 PM
Thread: Needed a rest or 2
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Thanks for comments. Bars & rods were heated in...
Thanks for comments.
Bars & rods were heated in the Jarrahdale fire until bright red & then I beat the hell our of them until they were the shape I needed.
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11th August 2019, 02:22 PM
Thread: Needed a rest or 2
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Needed a rest or 2
At last I got round to making an Internal & External rest for bowls.
As you can see, I am not a welder, but was very happy with the outcome.
8mm Flat bar with 13mm S/S rod welded on top. Both 300mm... -
22nd July 2019, 12:14 PM
Thread: Bottom Feeder Gouges
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Thanks for your replies & advice. ATM re-setting...
Thanks for your replies & advice.
ATM re-setting up my grinding assembly using the Woodcut jig.
Will be trying it out soon
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22nd July 2019, 12:10 PM
Thread: Trying out the Sorby Texturing tool
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Trying out the Sorby Texturing tool
Another comp item. Nest of 3 boxes.
Left - Olive, Centre - WA Peppermint, Right - WA She-oak.
I was pleased with them, but C & C welcome.
Col
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14th July 2019, 02:38 PM
Thread: Bottom Feeder Gouges
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Bottom Feeder Gouges
What is the general consensus on the angle of Bottom Feeder Bowl Gouges ?
Do you use them ?
What angle do you grind them ?
Do you grind a second / micro bevel ?
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13th July 2019, 12:29 PM
Thread: Second go at box making
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Yes, I agree by the grain, it doesn't look like...
Yes, I agree by the grain, it doesn't look like Jarrah.
But, you CANNOT tell Jarrah just by it's colour.
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18th May 2019, 01:06 PM
Thread: Amazing Olive
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Amazing Olive
Made these for a recent competition.
Both Olive, both with Australian Ebony finials.
I know that young Olive doesn't have the brilliant grain of the older timber.
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5th March 2019, 10:58 AM
Thread: New tool rack
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G'day Christos, The base is screwed down to...
G'day Christos,
The base is screwed down to prevent moving around.
There is over 500mm from base to chisel tips to grab & turn the base round.
HTH
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24th February 2019, 11:14 AM
Thread: New tool rack
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New tool rack
Not happy with old tool rack so finally decided to make a new one.
Bottom of pipe is angled to allow shavings out.
There is a Lazy Susan fitted to the base.
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9th January 2019, 11:25 AM
Thread: Segmented
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Good recovery Peter. Is that the tenon you used...
Good recovery Peter.
Is that the tenon you used on the base of the vase in the photo ?
What chuck were you using ?
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8th September 2018, 01:20 PM
Thread: I make.
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WANTED:QLD. Have you thought of visiting a Metal Fabrication...
Have you thought of visiting a Metal Fabrication company. I have found many similar pieces in their scrap bins.
Also metal scrap dealers.
HTH
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11th June 2018, 01:13 PM
Thread: Pencil Lead sizes in USA
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Thanks for that Pac-Man. Office Works 24...
Thanks for that Pac-Man.
Office Works 24 pieces for $4.92 all sizes. Timberbits 60 pieces for $1 all sizes.
After another heap of research I found that the pencil is an el-cheapo and from... -
10th June 2018, 11:49 AM
Thread: Pencil Lead sizes in USA
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Thanks for that Joe. I was hoping someone in US...
Thanks for that Joe.
I was hoping someone in US could give me a heads up on popular size.
Yes, I can buy a box of each size. But what I don't need will just be thrown out.
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8th June 2018, 02:45 PM
Thread: Pencil Lead sizes in USA
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Pencil Lead sizes in USA
A few years ago I entered a "Pen Swap" with members on this forum.
I received some blanks plus a pen & pencil set from a guy in USA. Very happy.
I now need some more leads.
The pencil looks... -
20th May 2018, 12:07 PM
Thread: Razor sharp or with a burr ?
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Razor sharp or with a burr ?
After a heap of reading & watching Youtubes I have a question.
Skew chisels are very sharp with a honed cutting edge.
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16th May 2018, 11:57 AM
Thread: Meat Bandsaw Guides ?
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Meat Bandsaw Guides ?
I have been using an old Meat saw as a Bandsaw for my larger logs etc.
Until now I have been replacing the 30mm x 12mm x 12mm mild steel guides which are just screwed to the framework.
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15th March 2018, 03:01 PM
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SWAP ANYWHERE: Well.....I have some 125 m flexi & metal spiral...
Well.....I have some 125 m flexi & metal spiral ducting but I think it is too far for you.
BUT....you did say anywhere:)
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20th January 2018, 07:58 PM
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Please explain. Col
Please explain.
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20th January 2018, 06:43 PM
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Just forget it. |Col
Just forget it.
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9th January 2018, 11:14 AM
Thread: Banksia nuts
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Yes, just trying to have a bit of fun with the...
Yes, just trying to have a bit of fun with the Banksia tree I saw at my mates house.
Pieces glued together with Tightbond 2 & filled with resin.
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25th December 2017, 01:47 PM
Thread: Banksia nuts
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Banksia nuts
This has received a fair bit of interest from the general public since I made it.
Nuts all from my 5 acre bush block.
I sliced up 27 of them to make this. 426566426565
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15th December 2017, 02:54 PM
Thread: Coating the inside of pepper grinders
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Like many others I give the inside a coat of...
Like many others I give the inside a coat of sanding sealer, allow to dry then sand with 240 & 320 grit & seal again.
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11th December 2017, 10:53 AM
Thread: Ubeaut products
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Have you thought of Timberbits ? They have great...
Have you thought of Timberbits ?
They have great prices & only charge basic postage which is often less than cost of your fuel
HTH
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24th October 2017, 03:39 PM
Thread: Timber ID
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Correct Kidbee, Grows in SW of WA, More of a...
Correct Kidbee,
Grows in SW of WA,
More of a large shrub than a tree.
I have some with trunk about 150mm diameter, but the very flaky bark is about 25mm thick.
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25th September 2017, 11:28 AM
Thread: Cherry Platter
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Nice work Bruce. Haven't seen Cherry that...
Nice work Bruce.
Haven't seen Cherry that size & especially some that hasn't split or cracked.
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3rd September 2017, 03:19 PM
Thread: 1st public demo
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Good luck Dave, Turn some Camphor laurel,...
Good luck Dave,
Turn some Camphor laurel, sandalwood or any timber that is scented, that will bring them in.
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16th August 2017, 03:08 PM
Thread: treez id please
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Stevo, You would probably get more response if...
Stevo,
You would probably get more response if the photos showed a close-up of the leaves & bark, plus flowers if available.
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8th August 2017, 03:24 PM
Thread: Perth Wood Show
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Yes, I do have some photo's. Only what was in...
Yes, I do have some photo's.
Only what was in the competition & display by members of WAWA & their affiliated groups.
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6th August 2017, 02:41 PM
Thread: Is This Worth Considering ?
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I can't see this working, unless it was really a...
I can't see this working, unless it was really a comprehensive programme.
Two popular timber in WA are She-oak & Jarrah.
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5th August 2017, 01:10 PM
Thread: Suggestion
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DONE Suggestion
Several guys at our group are getting into Air Brushing.
Would a forum on Spray finishing & Air Brushing get enough responses??
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5th August 2017, 12:25 PM
Thread: Perth Wood Show
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Good to meet you inn person & have a chat Fri....
Good to meet you inn person & have a chat Fri.
Very popular as each time walked past you were very busy with guys.
Will send you photo od that peppermill we spoke about.
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2nd August 2017, 04:11 PM
Thread: Perth Wood Show
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They usually put on a great show....
They usually put on a great show.
BUT.......There is just too much temptation to buy even more tools, timber and burls.:U
Hope to see you there Brendan.
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27th July 2017, 04:09 PM
Thread: Triton spares - I am frustrated
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Triton spares - I am frustrated
G'day guys & others,
I am after an Armature for my T305DBSMS, it is a Double Bevel Sliding Mitre Saw with 305mm blade.
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25th July 2017, 04:12 PM
Thread: Axe handles
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Apologies, I should have said that the timber is...
Apologies, I should have said that the timber is green (it was pushed over last year ) Tuart or Eucalyptus gomphocephala.
We have now ripped it down the centre & took out the pith, the guy is going... -
14th July 2017, 03:50 PM
Thread: Axe handles
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Watching this post with interest. A mate wants...
Watching this post with interest.
A mate wants to make axe handles also.
I have a 300mm diameter log we are going to process & use.
We will see what happens.
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30th March 2017, 12:58 PM
Thread: Vacuum chuck system build WIP
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Steve. Very good plans & description of methods...
Steve. Very good plans & description of methods used.
I am watching with interest. I am off for a few weeks but will get into it when we get back.
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12th March 2017, 11:17 AM
Thread: Tool rest adjustment screws
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I bought mine from ...
I bought mine from https://mcjing.com.au/categorybrowser.aspx?categoryid=144
Great selection & Very happy
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27th February 2017, 03:40 PM
Thread: Cheap cordless chainsaw at masters
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Found an email address for Masters returns,....
Found an email address for Masters returns,.
After a few emails the saw was returned with a pre-paid label supplied by Masters.
Money was reimbursed in full. Thank you Masters.
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29th January 2017, 11:39 AM
Thread: Furniture grade plywood - Perth
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G'day Dazm, Have you thought of M&B Doors. I...
G'day Dazm,
Have you thought of M&B Doors.
I know the store in Greenfields, Mandurah has a good selection.
HTH
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14th January 2017, 03:23 PM
Thread: Drawing circles..DIY
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Drawing circles..DIY
There are heaps of large compasses with an ordinary pencil fitted, but they are not very good on burls or rough wood.
So I came up with these prototypes which will take a Carpenters pencil which... -
11th January 2017, 03:30 PM
Thread: Timber Supply in Perth
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Don't know if you have sorted it out by now. ...
Don't know if you have sorted it out by now.
If no you could try Djarilmari Timber Products | From Denmark in the SW.
HTH
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24th December 2016, 02:50 PM
Thread: Cheap cordless chainsaw at masters
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Dragging up an old post. Update :- After about...
Dragging up an old post.
Update :- After about 12 charges it has suddenly stopped, won't run at all.
Battery fully charged & bar oil always topped up before using.
Waiting to hear from Masters.
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17th December 2016, 03:17 PM
Thread: Sherwood M-320 lathe
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I have a Sherwood, although mine is a 1642,...
I have a Sherwood, although mine is a 1642, before that I had the 900 & then the 1200.
Lathe is good, just no backup service for parts etc.
The service for these in WA is non-existent.
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1st December 2016, 03:31 PM
Thread: Marri bar top milling
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G'day Bob. OK, now you have the logs cut, how do...
G'day Bob.
OK, now you have the logs cut, how do you go about getting it planed and / or sanded ready for finishing ?
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1st December 2016, 03:20 PM
Thread: Willy has a new lathe!
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G'day Willy, Knowing how busy you are I don't...
G'day Willy,
Knowing how busy you are I don't suppose you have time for photos.
Not to keep us in suspense can you at least tell us what make & model you bought.:)
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19th November 2016, 04:14 PM
Thread: Stinky Easterner Weeds
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Beautiful colour & grain there Willy. Will make...
Beautiful colour & grain there Willy. Will make a nice change from turning burls:)
You say you have made more racks for this. Are the racks in the shade ?
Do you have them under retic' ?
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21st October 2016, 03:26 PM
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Hi Dave Photos as requested .397699397700397701...
Hi Dave
Photos as requested
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C&C welcome
Col