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    That really sucks, they were really good to deal...

    That really sucks, they were really good to deal with.
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    Most guys I know are now quoting in the 3-4K as...

    Most guys I know are now quoting in the 3-4K as material costs are still very stupid.
    We recently did a reno to our place with 2 young guys and this worked out at 2.5K only because I had been puting...
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    These were around about 30-35 years ago. Not a...

    These were around about 30-35 years ago.
    Not a very good lathe.
    One of the biggest problems was keeping the head and tailstock aligned.
    Be ok for spindle work as that is what they were designed to...
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    When you say still nothing, when you called them...

    When you say still nothing, when you called them to ask for the progress did they indicate anything like we are waiting for parts etc.
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    What ever you use for the stand, have the front...

    What ever you use for the stand, have the front legs with a 5 degree angle and the back legs with a 15 degree angle.
    With only 5 degrees at the front the legs wont stick out too far and become a...
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    Vicmarc Dedicated thread chucks.

    You have 2 choices of chucks with this lathe. It will all depend on the diameter of what you want to turn.
    Your main workhorse will be the VM100 Chuck with a range of jaws will do a lot of work for...
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    A better option is the Sherwood Spiral head...

    A better option is the Sherwood Spiral head thicknesser, as it has a proper spiral head not a segment head like others.
  8. I get a chuckle with claims that people would...

    I get a chuckle with claims that people would complain about glues manufactured 10 months ago, not taking into context that yes it was made 10 months ago. Then it sat in that warehouse for a month...
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    We both decided that we were both carrying a bit...

    We both decided that we were both carrying a bit too much weight .
    After listening to Dave Stanton and Jay Bates we realized that cutting back on the carbs was a good way to go.
    This is not a diet...
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    These lathes have just changed their numbers....

    These lathes have just changed their numbers.
    They were originally the M910 woodfast lathe.
    Nothing has really changed over the years still a very robust lathe.
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    You can get this locally out of Perth. Beyond...

    You can get this locally out of Perth. Beyond tools are the importers of the Woodfast Machinery so good local backup.
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    Have you considered this one 510mm (20") x 915mm...

    Have you considered this one 510mm (20") x 915mm (36") Heavy Duty Wood Lathe WL520A by Woodfast
  13. HEADS UP Hope the sale went well. Have not seen John &...

    Hope the sale went well.
    Have not seen John & Judy for some time. Hope they are both well.
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    Try Trend Timbers in Windsor, they used to stock...

    Try Trend Timbers in Windsor, they used to stock the tiles.
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    Finals weekend 2023

    We will still be open Friday 29th and Saturday the 30th of September 2023 normal hours.
    For us this is a normal weekend so for those getting out of Melbourne and heading down the coast now is your...
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    When using any of these machines, find a nice...

    When using any of these machines, find a nice spot outside that you want to lay down a layer of mulch.
    Will save a lot of clean up time in the shed.

    Nearly forgot, dont do this on a day when mum...
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    The chip deflector is more suited to the sanding...

    The chip deflector is more suited to the sanding attachment for dust extraction. Like all these things they work great if you are only using them one way but when sculpting you are moving in all...
  18. It is a very well done demonstration on how easy...

    It is a very well done demonstration on how easy it can happen.
    As shown it happens when least expected and at any time.
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    Brendan does not have you tube any more. Have a...

    Brendan does not have you tube any more.
    Have a look here at the woodcut web site for more info.
    Bowlsaver Coring System
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    Were back 2023

    Yes here we go again for a whole new year.
    We hope everyone had a safe and happy Christmas break.
    Now get back in the shed and onto those projects that did not get completed before the Christmas...
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    Christmas break 2022/23

    Christmas break 2022/23.
    Well it is finally here, Christmas is upon us.
    We are closing Friday the 23rd of December 2022 and will reopen Tuesday the 10th of January 2023.

    We want to take this...
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    Pentagon were a company that copied some of the...

    Pentagon were a company that copied some of the good tools of the day.
    Mostly were hitachi clones. Probably 30+ years old.
    The TR12 was a great router, very hard to kill, the pentagon version was...
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    How about this one CWS Store - Trend Airsheild...

    How about this one
    CWS Store - Trend Airsheild Pro Headband
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    Have never used that product. The builders bog...

    Have never used that product.
    The builders bog works for me every time.
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    Builders Bog will fix all this for you

    Builders Bog will fix all this for you
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    Yes you get both the 1/4" and 1/2" collets. One...

    Yes you get both the 1/4" and 1/2" collets.
    One advantage of this system is that the bit change is above the table, so no getting down on your knees to change bits.
    This is the same as the triton...
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    It was standard on the cobra lathe. They had the...

    It was standard on the cobra lathe.
    They had the awkward way of undoing some bolts in the head stock to allow you to rotate the head.
    it was always a bugger to realign perfectly though.
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    They were a good lathe, 6 speed swivel head....

    They were a good lathe, 6 speed swivel head.
    Some did not like the round bars, but it is still very serviceable.
    The 1hp motor is a good motor.
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    Gregory machinery in Brisbane have the Carter...

    Gregory machinery in Brisbane have the Carter replacement tyres.
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    Woodfast WL1220 Lathe back in stock

    Yes finally after a very long wait the Woodfast WL1220 Midi lathe is finally back in stock.
    This is the most popular of the midi lathes on the market due to having 300mm swing, 500mm between centres...
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    An easy fix for this is to clean the taper and...

    An easy fix for this is to clean the taper and the recess and then rub chalk on the taper.
    Then do as before tap the chuck back in place,
    I am not sure the exact science behind this but it does...
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    CBN wheels dont need the flanges to work...

    CBN wheels dont need the flanges to work properly.
    Just push the wheel right up to the shoulder on the shaft and tighten up there.
    If there is runout there may be a problem with the shoulder or...
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    WITHDRAWN: Just to clear up a couple of points of...

    Just to clear up a couple of points of misinformation
    The Woodcut bowlsaver can be purchased with quite a few toolposts.
    They generally come with 2 blades.
    Bowlsaver
    Most bowl blanks up to 350mm...
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    There is a bear in there.

    Our latest addition to our Beaver Craft beginners kits is the Bear kit.
    The kit comes complete with all the parts you will need to carve your first Bear.
    This gives you a chance to dip your toes in...
  35. As it is chain drive bring it out regularily and...

    As it is chain drive bring it out regularily and blow out as the dust will build up in the chain if left alone.
    Use Dry lube like they use for Zips
  36. We had a guy buy one of the elipse masks and he...

    We had a guy buy one of the elipse masks and he reported back that it was really good but as a heavy sweater it had a lot of build up from sweat.
    His fix was to put a tissue in the bottom and...
  37. Saw one of these at the last Melbourne wood show...

    Saw one of these at the last Melbourne wood show and was very underwhelmed by what I saw.
    As others have indicated the M33 thread is not the norm here M30x3.5 is more the standard as you can get...
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    From what I am hearing this morning it has been...

    From what I am hearing this morning it has been cancelled, again.
    Unable to confirm these details, just what is on the grapevine today8/7/22
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    The square base one was made in WA and the wider...

    The square base one was made in WA and the wider base one made in Melbourne, They were all copying the style of Vicmarc and woodfast to get a larger base for more stability, then nova come along and...
  40. Flat and level make for setting up machines and...

    Flat and level make for setting up machines and benches so much easier, spend the time now to sort out and will make going forward so much easier.
    Yes you can use the same material they use for...
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    Acellerator back in stock

    Finally after a long time QA-6 NCF Accellerator is back in stock. For those wanting a top up look here. CWS Store - Hot Stuff QA-6 NCF Quick Accelerator
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    SOLD: John I will take those of your hands.

    John I will take those of your hands.
  43. It all depends on what you are using it for. If...

    It all depends on what you are using it for.
    If just breaking down rough timber then you can live with it.
    If you want precise cuts then a gentle tap with a hammer may fix some of the issue, but...
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    Vermec and Vicmarc no longer stock the collet...

    Vermec and Vicmarc no longer stock the collet chucks, pity as they were a very good option for a lot of different jobs.
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    Your garage is already to small if you want to...

    Your garage is already to small if you want to work on a car as you need at least 6m wide x 8m long, so just extend your workshop straight back from there with another 8m lenght making it 16m long on...
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    Not sure if Timbecon have one set up in their...

    Not sure if Timbecon have one set up in their shop.
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    Works really well, very happy with the setup. As...

    Works really well, very happy with the setup. As you indicate you do need a bit more room on the right hand side.
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    Yes have seen him get more comfortable doing what...

    Yes have seen him get more comfortable doing what he does, and now engaging more with the crowd, compared to that young kid who would rarely lift his head. Confidence is a big thing.
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    Was a good day out, good crowd and plenty to see.

    Was a good day out, good crowd and plenty to see.
  50. DONE: Doesn't look like he makes a 4" anymore, 45...

    Doesn't look like he makes a 4" anymore, 45 Degree Markers – HNT Gordon & Co. Classic Planemakers Australia
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