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13th October 2023, 10:34 PM
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Campbelltown (NSW) Steam & Machinery Museum rally, this weekend (14/15 Oct 2023)
We are back!
Steam engines
Small gauge train ride
Trailer ride behind traction engine
Trailer ride behind tractor
Woodturners club
Mower racing
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8th July 2021, 08:06 PM
Thread: Unknown old band saw needs motor added
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Very nice unit, Nick! I'd consider your motor...
Very nice unit, Nick!
I'd consider your motor bracket to be swung off the wheel base.
I have a big (32" ?) 'Premo' (also by Makers Unknown), that needs re-motoring. I swing between fussing over... -
23rd June 2021, 03:00 PM
Thread: Are old compressors worth rescuing?
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I have rashly accumulated a bunch of old air...
I have rashly accumulated a bunch of old air compressors (accumulated accumulators?), when an engineering friend pointed out their explosive potential...
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FREE ANYWHERE: Thanks, as always Bob! It will go towards a...
Thanks, as always Bob!
It will go towards a project like this: ... -
FREE ANYWHERE: Hi Bob, "I'll take it", How would you like to...
Hi Bob,
"I'll take it",
How would you like to be paid for the postage (to Sydney)?
cheers,
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22nd October 2020, 09:33 PM
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Hi Clinton, Sounds like the beginning of an...
Hi Clinton,
Sounds like the beginning of an interesting project.
I have Jim Tolpin's book, and it is full of useful considerations, modern and traditional techniques.
'The Toolbox Book; a... -
22nd August 2020, 11:06 AM
Thread: September - PRIZE DRAW - #128
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CLAIMED I'm in
I'm in
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31st July 2020, 10:27 PM
Thread: Wolfenden Table Saw
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variants on the theme and design
Good to see another Aussie machine rebuild.
I'm looking at pictures of Wolfenden saws 'cos I recently bought a 'Premo' (brand name used by Goodalls & Co), that looks the same design. Most Premo... -
29th July 2020, 10:43 PM
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Interesting idea, Scott. These guys in Melbs...
Interesting idea, Scott.
These guys in Melbs do a vaguely similar scheme. The 'membership' fee is $210 per year. Workshop access is Tuesday evenings 6:00-9:30pm...
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27th July 2020, 01:01 PM
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Hi Paul, What a cracker of a machine! I'll...
Hi Paul,
What a cracker of a machine!
I'll say up front that I don't like to do valuations, unless I have the money to offer ;)
Looks like it would do real good work. Is the motor 415v / 3... -
13th September 2019, 09:22 AM
Thread: Habco homeshop advice needed
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For future reference I'll paste these photos from...
For future reference I'll paste these photos from Gumtree;
"Combination Surface Planer & Saw/Sander" it is a Habco, 'Homeshop'
https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/wlsAAOSw8VFdcyxz/s-l800.webp ... -
16th February 2019, 07:33 PM
Thread: Let's see you egg beater drills
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Wheelinround took this photo of a great display...
Wheelinround took this photo of a great display idea that lives at Lake Goldsmith;...
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19th January 2019, 02:05 PM
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Tell us about the Pope flat spanner set. Where...
Tell us about the Pope flat spanner set. Where there a/f and Whit sets? How many in each?
'Aspirational' collection!
cheers,
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15th November 2018, 09:01 AM
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L. Goldie & Sons, Engineers. 354 Norton Street,...
L. Goldie & Sons, Engineers. 354 Norton Street, Leichhardt.
photo of machine tag (by Karen Novello), from a 'table' sander, Facebook market place.
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26th August 2018, 09:47 AM
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WANTED:WA Bob, Keep an eye on 'The Old Machinery...
Bob,
Keep an eye on 'The Old Machinery Magazine', also. Our local library actually gets it.
Engines For Sale
cheers,
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30th November 2017, 04:46 PM
Thread: PE McManus Scroll Saw
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Hi GAza, I think the bench saw 'without serial...
Hi GAza,
I think the bench saw 'without serial nos' is the one I bought- deceased estate via TTTG.
Cute ting, still haven't got it running yet (to make a bespoke portable stand for it)....
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31st January 2017, 09:42 PM
Thread: Servian Drill Press Rebuild
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Okie Doke, pics, pics, pictures.. where did I...
Okie Doke,
pics, pics, pictures.. where did I leave them?
First two, a Premo branded d.p. Not mine, but basically the same. Tables are different, mine is a square unit, fixed/ one piece with the... -
31st January 2017, 11:58 AM
Thread: Servian Drill Press Rebuild
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I doubt there was ever much in the way of manuals...
I doubt there was ever much in the way of manuals or parts lists, for these. Hopefully my eventual photos will confirm the similarity. Does yours have a depth stop rod on the opposite side to the...
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31st January 2017, 09:18 AM
Thread: Servian Drill Press Rebuild
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Hi bennyteee, are you really in Northern...
Hi bennyteee,
are you really in Northern California, with an Aussie made drill press??
Anyhow, welcome to the forum.
I scored a 'Premo' branded version of these Servian (made?) machines, last... -
20th January 2017, 08:57 AM
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Yes, a website would be convenient. Something...
Yes, a website would be convenient.
Something like;
A. Mansukhlal & Co. - Striking Tools Handles
Replacement Handles - Vaughan Manufacturing
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13th January 2017, 12:46 PM
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Bueller, Have you come across McPherson's...
Bueller,
Have you come across McPherson's catalogues other than 1966?
I've just posted a pdf scan of the instruction book for the universal woodworker, in the new 'manuals' sub-forum under... -
12th January 2017, 09:00 AM
Thread: Sydney Tool Sale 26/2/2017
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Sydney Tool Sale 26/2/2017
Sydney's 'must attend' second hand tool sale is on again!
Hosted by TTTG.
Sunday 26th February, 2017
Thornleigh Brickpit Sports Stadium
Doors open 9am, for buyers.
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12th January 2017, 07:42 AM
Thread: Make your own Conversion Tables
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SOMETHING NEW! I'll second crowie's sentiment! The pulley and...
I'll second crowie's sentiment!
The pulley and belt speed calculator is my go-to for re-motoring machines.
Blocklayer, there are a couple of mathematics lecturer jobs going at a local University,... -
19th December 2016, 01:11 PM
Thread: Pirate Cannon Base Plans Required
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Hi David, That looks good enough to play with...
Hi David,
That looks good enough to play with these guys;
Welcome To - Home
Here are naval style pics that I took for a friend (also doing a carriage). Place is Eureka stockade memorial park,... -
9th December 2016, 01:32 PM
Thread: big Premo bandsaw
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Brooks motor plate
Yes that was the hope!
However, my motor's plate has about the least info I have ever seen;
Next step, study the junction box etc.
regs,
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26th November 2016, 11:59 AM
Thread: big Premo bandsaw
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The bottom one (with name), is cast iron, the top...
The bottom one (with name), is cast iron, the top is fab sheetmetal.
"my old project, have none fitted"
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26th November 2016, 11:56 AM
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Try Roy at Leura The Leura Bodger...
Try Roy at Leura
The Leura Bodger
I think he might do courses.
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22nd November 2016, 04:37 PM
Thread: big Premo bandsaw
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big Premo bandsaw
Hi ol machine buffs!
A recent purchase was this Premo bandsaw. Probably 1940 to 1960?? No actual makers name; Premo appears to have been a name used by Goodall's on bespoke machines.
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21st November 2016, 01:42 PM
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G'day Mick, I'm a bit of a Premo owner also!...
G'day Mick,
I'm a bit of a Premo owner also!
From 'Trove' (the National Library digitised newspaper) website I have learnt the following;
Goodall's and Co (1890 - 196??) were Sydney tool... -
21st November 2016, 09:13 AM
Thread: Scrutton planer/ jointer by Haigh
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Gold images, Gentlemen! So probably a 4-1/2" dia...
Gold images, Gentlemen!
So probably a 4-1/2" dia x 4" pulley on the cutter head, to run the shaft at ~3000 - 4000 rpm.
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18th November 2016, 02:32 PM
Thread: Scrutton planer/ jointer by Haigh
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You have me going now, camoz! Early foray into...
You have me going now, camoz!
Early foray into Trove reveals; "RL Scrutton & Co" early mention- 1884.
"RL Scrutton & Co. and WB Haigh" mentioned; July 1890.
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18th November 2016, 05:43 AM
Thread: Scrutton planer/ jointer by Haigh
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My pleasure, bueller. Dating is a bit...
My pleasure, bueller.
Dating is a bit interesting, first research has fenced it in between c.1880 and c1920 care of the following;
Graces Guide,
W. B. Haigh and Co
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17th November 2016, 02:54 PM
Thread: Scrutton planer/ jointer by Haigh
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Scrutton planer/ jointer by Haigh
G'day all,
Just thought I should post up these pics of a success that The Traditional Tool Group had recently- finding a home for a worthy old machine.
A lovely lady offered her late husband's... -
17th October 2016, 10:26 PM
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I was given one (single belt model), and it is...
I was given one (single belt model), and it is great.
...However, it has had a 240v / single phase motor put under the original rear pulley and it wasn't a good job. I only use up to the half... -
31st August 2016, 09:49 PM
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HELP SOMEONE ELSE! Hi Grahame, There appears to be a few efforts of...
Hi Grahame,
There appears to be a few efforts of this kind, below are suggestions I recently made (I don't own carving stuff!).
"The Aust Blacksmiths Assoc (Victoria) did this aricle about a... -
31st August 2016, 12:32 PM
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Looks good. " tool collecting and restoration "...
Looks good.
" tool collecting and restoration "
I hope you guys do traditional hand tool use, as well?
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10th July 2016, 10:28 PM
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G'day all, Sydney Knife show is coming back,...
G'day all,
Sydney Knife show is coming back, bigger and better; 6th & 7th August 2016 at Rosehill Gardens Racecourse (near Parramatta, NSW).
For the important details, see; Home
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25th June 2016, 10:10 PM
Thread: Growing Black Wattle
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Hilarious. Cava, how on earth did you remember...
Hilarious. Cava, how on earth did you remember the thread?
I'm chimong in merely to spread the word that black wattle (the one I know) also has a bark that is excellent for tanning leather. ... -
25th June 2016, 10:03 PM
Thread: Blacksmiths Post Drill - Bits
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Ah, you are a sick puppy, Vann. I'll be...
Ah, you are a sick puppy, Vann.
I'll be resorting to attached 1/2" 'sleeves'- haven't even found the bright steel bar yet...
BTW a horizontal dowel borer we have at 'Men's Shed, also takes 1/2"... -
13th May 2016, 02:29 PM
Thread: I know Matty likes the old Motors
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Wow, good stuff bueller. That book looks very...
Wow, good stuff bueller.
That book looks very useful, and relevant to the old gear.
I don't know about over your way, but little fractional Pope motors are common over here.
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13th May 2016, 10:52 AM
Thread: How lucky, or well off are we?
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The story of your visitors is a nice eye opener,...
The story of your visitors is a nice eye opener, thanks artme.
Reminds me of the following SMH articles;
Tool that compares your income shows most Australians are out of touch
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18th April 2016, 01:31 PM
Thread: Old Joinery workshop open day 16/4/2016
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These photos are of the site c.1929/30 when the...
These photos are of the site c.1929/30 when the workshop burnt down. They show how the flat belt line shafting was originally arranged. The (gas?) engine and machines were on tall plinths to lift...
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18th April 2016, 01:22 PM
Thread: Old Joinery workshop open day 16/4/2016
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In my ignorance I would call this a thicknesser /...
In my ignorance I would call this a thicknesser / planer, but note it has edge cutters (fearsome square heads!),
so I don't know the proper name...
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18th April 2016, 01:14 PM
Thread: Old Joinery workshop open day 16/4/2016
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Spindle moulder for the LS Barker fans; 377085...
Spindle moulder for the LS Barker fans;
377085
377086
Very nice machine, well kitted out, they it use a lot.
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18th April 2016, 01:10 PM
Thread: Old Joinery workshop open day 16/4/2016
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So I took some photos with the trusty 'phone. ...
So I took some photos with the trusty 'phone. Sorry about the poor angles and composition- it was rather crowded!
I concentrated on machines I'd consider 'out of the ordinary'.
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14th April 2016, 04:29 PM
Thread: Old Joinery workshop open day 16/4/2016
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Old Joinery workshop open day 16/4/2016
G'day All,
A Sydney event that may interest some;
The Traditional Tools Group (Inc.) -- View Workshop
"Tour and Open Day at Brinsley's Joinery Shop
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8th March 2016, 08:15 AM
Thread: Kyneton Lost Trades Fair
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I hope to see you on the Saturday. HTPAA had an...
I hope to see you on the Saturday.
HTPAA had an interesting diverse display, good effort!
The pre-paid tickets are via; https://www.trybooking.com/Booking/BookingEventSummary.aspx?eid=157186
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5th March 2016, 09:02 PM
Thread: Moving - Give Away Free Items
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Yes, that is a great job. Thanks for showing us,...
Yes, that is a great job.
Thanks for showing us, Ray.
Would your mate be interested in bringing it to the next Steam and Machinery rally at Menangle? It will be 14th & 15th of May.
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27th February 2016, 10:17 PM
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Hmm, I think I've packed everything... See you...
Hmm, I think I've packed everything...
See you all in the morning!
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23rd February 2016, 11:28 AM
Thread: Moving - Give Away Free Items
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Have you got a Sher drill for it? I can keep an...
Have you got a Sher drill for it? I can keep an eye out, once we know what model.
A.