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Thanks for that. I'll dig into the set up parameters and see what I can find. I have been into the electronics field for 50 odd years however this is my first time I have done anything with VFD's...

No I didn't. At very low revs on one of the the two pulley speed combinations when the torque is low I was able to stall it and after several seconds the VFD cut out. Restarting the VFD all was...

The motor I used is 1.5hp - 1.1kw

I had not heard of the Powertran brand. I believe they are quite a good unit I wanted to convert my wood lathe. The speed change was with 5 stepped pulleys and a 1.5hp single phase motor. You...

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Thanks chaps for the responses. Freehand work is the requirement. I'll investigate the routers mentioned.

I am looking for advice on the purchase of a 1/4" router. Some of the brands look a bit "junky" and the plunge is not very smooth. I would like something around 750 to 1000 watts, reasonably...

A few years ago I turned a gear knob fo my 1929 Rugby. I used a metal insert that threaded onto the gear lever. This came out of the original bakelite knob. I drilled a hole in the knob and glued...

I have a Delta 12" unit. This has been in use a few years now without any problems. I am happy with the unit. The blades are double sided so you throw them away after you use the second side up. ...

For keeping off machines with cast iron or bright iron surfaces I use Johnstons paste floor wax abailable from Wollies etc. It contains no silicon and works well. Just rub it on with a clean cloth,...

I use BP end grain sealer available from BP depot for abotu $75 for 20 ltrs

Keith

Blisters on hand

Hi Tom

I would appreciate a Word doc as well
Many thanks
Keith

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I wish to finish a radio cabinet with NC laquer. Nice job Shane on the radiogram. I have finished several radio cabinets with NC without a problem. This cabinet is a little different in that has...

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That is a very good site Shane, thanks. it certainly is excellent for the beginners. it explains the techniques extremely well. Thanks
again
Keith

Hi Shane
Read with interest the debate on the Hiclone device. I think some of the claims made should be taken with a very large grain of salt. I have been following the same debate on a...

I have purchased the new router table and find it an excellent product, much more versatile than the previous models. A word of warning. The new router table WILL NOT FIT, nor is it useable on the...

Hi Al
I also would like a photo

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Many thanks

Keith

I once carried 90 8" concrete blocks home in a 1965 Bedford (Vauxhall Viva)panel van. Every time you hit a small bump in the road the rear number plate hit the ground and the front wheels just...

I need help. I have not used a laquer finish before. I wish to finish a a timber radio cabibnet with nitro celeous laquer. It currently finished with poly. Not happy with this finish. It was not...

I have had a Dewalt Biscuit Jointer for a while now. No problems with a moderate amount of work. I have a Makita 235mm circular saw that has done very little work. just stripped a gear in the gear...

Can anybody tell me where in Australia I may purchase mini "T" channel This is used by many American woodworking projects. I wish to make a router table using the channel for hold down clamps,...

Thanks Ian

I appreciate your response. It has given me the answer I need to know. I will search the Web as well. Why didn't I think of that before. thanks again

Congratulations on the new Forum. I trust it will work out well. Question. How is moisture measured in timber, and what is used as a reference (0%) to calibrate the "black box" meters. Is the...