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17th March 2024, 12:51 PM
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I still have Jim's videos on video cassette...
I still have Jim's videos on video cassette stored away ,have considered sending them to the local men's shed with a VCR that I have.Perhaps now is the time to do it whilst it is foremost in my...
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22nd February 2024, 12:47 PM
Thread: New large shed - lighting help
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What full functions do you intend for your barn...
What full functions do you intend for your barn style workshop? Presumably besides working with wood are you anticipating metal working or mechanical type outfitting ?
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13th December 2023, 11:43 AM
Thread: Ignorant newbie
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The first lathe I bought was a Technatool TL 1000...
The first lathe I bought was a Technatool TL 1000 , it facilitates an outboard function which i like it also has a capability to turn at a lower speed rather than the Jet Lathe I have as well.I have...
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11th December 2023, 02:03 PM
Thread: Enclosed TV Cabinet
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Nice Cabinet Graeme.Have you given thought to it...
Nice Cabinet Graeme.Have you given thought to it possibly being a mobile unit? We know how our women folk like to rearrange the furniture from time to time!
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8th December 2023, 03:24 PM
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SOLD: Totally agree with the views expressed here .I...
Totally agree with the views expressed here .I have a couple of lathes but my go to is always the heavy built Jet that I have had since 2009 .The person who availed him/herself of this lathe would...
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24th November 2023, 12:42 PM
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Black friday history
An account on the history of Black Friday, What’s the Real History of Black Friday? | HISTORY tells the reason behind it.
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8th November 2023, 06:36 PM
Thread: Pocketholes in 16mm melamine?
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The only pocket holed build I did was using...
The only pocket holed build I did was using Robertson (square Drive) screws in 19mm plywood in an old cabinet ages ago .It was still holding up when we gave the cabinet away.
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19th September 2023, 12:12 PM
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It's good to have natural air flow through timber...
It's good to have natural air flow through timber preferably in stick as if in an open ended storage but roofed to keep harsh weather off. I have mine all under cover but with heavy builders black...
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17th September 2023, 07:09 PM
Thread: The late Great Watson
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I met Noel Briefly at a Melbourne Woodworking...
I met Noel Briefly at a Melbourne Woodworking show, a person who you felt an immediate connection to. I recall that I had a pkt of TimTams in my backpack that he helped in devouring.This man had...
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17th September 2023, 01:53 PM
Thread: Timber ID
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NZ Honeysuckle/REwarewa
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it could be this not dissimilar to a piece I picked up whilst over in NZ many years ago for woodturning. Known as Rewarewa by the locals but termed NZ Honeysuckle.Part of the... -
26th August 2023, 05:51 PM
Thread: Chainsaw Blade for a Brushcutter?
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I have one of those long polesaws Chinese...
I have one of those long polesaws Chinese made,they do the job on smaller branches Ok .If doing heavier branches they can start to become unwieldy if you're not physically up to the task.Can be...
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3rd August 2023, 02:53 PM
Thread: Fixed base routers in Australia?
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I sill have a D handle Makita 3601B fixed base...
I sill have a D handle Makita 3601B fixed base router sitting unused .I bought it many years ago to do a job I was tasked with ,however managed to achieve that job without having to use the D handle....
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17th July 2023, 04:48 PM
Thread: Australian made Stanley Chisels
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Landsakes
To accentuate Ian's point on Lands have a look at at this as an example.My lands! You shouldn't buy just any chisels - FineWoodworking
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7th July 2023, 12:01 PM
Thread: Leigh FMT pro mortice and tenon jig
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WANTED:QLD. Sorry Glenn, I do not have the Pro version of...
Sorry Glenn, I do not have the Pro version of this FMT Jig.
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6th July 2023, 06:35 PM
Thread: Leigh FMT pro mortice and tenon jig
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WANTED:QLD. Got one here,how soon are you needing it Posting...
Got one here,how soon are you needing it Posting from South west of WA going to take about a week!
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30th June 2023, 02:09 PM
Thread: Excellent warranty support from Stihl
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My brother had a Stihl outlet some years ago (...
My brother had a Stihl outlet some years ago ( long since retired now in his 80's) whilst he of course endorsed his product ,he also said he liked the Husqvarna as good saw.
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30th June 2023, 02:03 PM
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It's not easy to think of gifts for senior people...
It's not easy to think of gifts for senior people as they usually have what they want.This is an inspired gift with thought to presentation & functionality, that I am sure your father will enjoy...
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2nd June 2023, 05:11 PM
Thread: Cheap tools - are just that!
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The only drills I have bought from Aldi are the...
The only drills I have bought from Aldi are the small sets of twist drills ,they dont break the bank in cost & usually Ok for limited use .These are merely to compliment my other better quality sets...
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1st June 2023, 06:34 PM
Thread: Aldi 20V plunge saw
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Bunnings as well as Total Tools are showing...
Bunnings as well as Total Tools are showing available 115mm saw blades DeWalt or Craftmaster are 2 that came up in a search.
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1st June 2023, 01:15 PM
Thread: Table Leg Attachment
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Bunnings also have different sizes according to...
Bunnings also have different sizes according to their website.
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24th May 2023, 03:35 PM
Thread: Victoria to end native logging
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WA to shut down forrest logging from next...
WA to shut down forrest logging from next year.Going to play Devils advocate now that China has once again allowed Australia to export timber into their country are they just going to be taking Pine...
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23rd May 2023, 06:52 PM
Thread: Waldo’s Grandfather clock
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Been watching with interest Waldo,a fine piece of...
Been watching with interest Waldo,a fine piece of craftmanship applied to to what surely will be an heirloom to be passed on to the family.
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23rd May 2023, 06:36 PM
Thread: History time
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2 caps 2 polo shirts 2 other shirts that have...
2 caps
2 polo shirts
2 other shirts that have a lining across the shoulders.
Have had all the above for a number of years now got the caps very early on as with the polo shirts.
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14th May 2023, 02:46 PM
Thread: The little drawer
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Derek, have you considered the use of a spring...
Derek, have you considered the use of a spring loaded catch for the small drawer?
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20th March 2023, 01:23 PM
Thread: Not a joke. Just a bit of fun Mk XX
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Sticky: Bunnies:roll:
Bunnies:roll:
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13th March 2023, 03:57 PM
Thread: Can you spot the issue here?
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it's unique only one made of that model.:U
it's unique only one made of that model.:U
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12th March 2023, 06:36 PM
Thread: Not a joke. Just a bit of fun Mk XX
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Sticky: gloves
gloves
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15th February 2023, 02:37 PM
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My Bosche 1300 ACE also was getting to the point...
My Bosche 1300 ACE also was getting to the point of being sticky on using the plunge function .I stripped it down & gave the plunge posts a light rub with WD40 & 1200 sanding paper.Been ok since...
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10th February 2023, 02:50 PM
Thread: A close call on a table saw .
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Wake -up call about a casual approach to workshop...
Wake -up call about a casual approach to workshop machinery for sure obviously lacking in safety training as far as he is concerned.
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10th February 2023, 02:44 PM
Thread: Router for Leigh Jigs
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I still have my Leigh D24 jig with which I use a...
I still have my Leigh D24 jig with which I use a Bosche 1300ACE router as well as a Festool OF1400 router both capable routers in that usage.
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10th February 2023, 02:24 PM
Thread: Festool Kapex 120 - clicking sound
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Barry, Ilooked on the FOG site, guy there...
Barry, Ilooked on the FOG site, guy there replacing the motor on Kapex120 .theres a PDF there that can be downloaded its showing the gears after the motor is removed so that may be the noise re gears!
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10th February 2023, 02:07 PM
Thread: Festool Kapex 120 - clicking sound
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Other than the clicking noise is the saw running...
Other than the clicking noise is the saw running true?
Could be brushes or bearing issues.
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25th December 2022, 03:25 PM
Thread: Not a joke. Just a bit of fun Mk XX
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Sticky: 150kph
150kph
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22nd December 2022, 01:44 PM
Thread: Knife Roll
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That's a terrific gift Paul , something hand made...
That's a terrific gift Paul , something hand made with personal attachment is more likely to be appreciated than a store bought item.
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19th December 2022, 04:29 PM
Thread: After 51 years it has died
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That's a good innings for a tool of that age...
That's a good innings for a tool of that age Rod.Obviously gave good service over the years for you.I might suggest that you might find an old well used one for parts as an option for you.
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18th December 2022, 03:26 PM
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VICTORIA He will be once he gets his hands on these.
He will be once he gets his hands on these.
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18th December 2022, 03:09 PM
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I have a WA sheoak one as well as a Jarrah one...
I have a WA sheoak one as well as a Jarrah one (Cutting boards) have had them for years with no ill affects,touch wood.
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9th December 2022, 01:50 PM
Thread: How to mark centre of 12mm hole
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8pcs Dowel Centre Point Pin Set 6/8/10/12mm Dowel...
8pcs Dowel Centre Point Pin Set 6/8/10/12mm Dowel Tenon Center Set Transfer AU | eBay
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5th December 2022, 06:37 PM
Thread: SWMBO has departed this mortal coil
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Bob, Perhaps a visit to those mens sheds where...
Bob,
Perhaps a visit to those mens sheds where you have have had so much input ,a chance to spend some time away from home for a few hours. -
19th November 2022, 03:58 PM
Thread: ETS Shock and wont work
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I have the same sander never had an issue like...
I have the same sander never had an issue like the one you have ,nor with any other Festool tools I have .Can only suggest you contact Festool for a response to your issue.
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12th November 2022, 03:50 PM
Thread: Keep getting logged out
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I also have to log in again but its because I...
I also have to log in again but its because I delete history on a regular basis .
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11th November 2022, 01:24 PM
Thread: How do you trim inlay banding width?
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ignore the above post ,I misread the intial ops...
ignore the above post ,I misread the intial ops post.
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11th November 2022, 12:23 PM
Thread: How do you trim inlay banding width?
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Then theres the expensive option Festool OFk700...
Then theres the expensive option Festool OFk700 Festool OFK 700 EQ-Plus Laminate Trimmer with Systainer 574452 or the 500 but you're better off with the previous suggestions.
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4th November 2022, 06:22 PM
Thread: SWMBO has departed this mortal coil
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My most sincere condolences to you & your family...
My most sincere condolences to you & your family in this time of sorrow Bob.When we lose someone we hold dear ,we are left with memories of heartfelt moments shared in the times we shared together...
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4th November 2022, 03:57 PM
Thread: Wanted record holdfasts 146
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WANTED:WA Wanted record holdfasts 146
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28th September 2022, 06:06 PM
Thread: Sept/Oct 2022 - PRIZE DRAW # 134
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DRAWN & CLAIMED Probably helping the Cats celebrate.
Probably helping the Cats celebrate.
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25th September 2022, 07:44 PM
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It looks like its similar to my small Jet moulder...
It looks like its similar to my small Jet moulder that I have at the back of my shop.
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20th September 2022, 07:06 PM
Thread: Stumbled Over This
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Certainly not for the faint hearted!
Certainly not for the faint hearted!
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18th September 2022, 08:21 PM
Thread: Mulberry as a stain medium
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Thanks Skew it was merely a rhetorical question...
Thanks Skew it was merely a rhetorical question in possibly thinking of applying it to turned material!Most turned material would not necessarily be in direct sunlight I would assume .I have some...
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17th September 2022, 01:34 PM
Thread: Festool PS 300 EQ plus
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SOLD: Sold
Sold