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    Success after three attempts

    Thanks to everyone who provided a variety of suggestions. I tried a few different things as some of you suggested using cheap timber.
    Finally success after plenty of false starts and lots a...
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    Appreciate your help but they aren't what I would...

    Appreciate your help but they aren't what I would describe a tridod legs Rob.

    I've decided on a different approach. Still making the legs as per the photo and adjusting the angles to get the top...
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    Thanks Robert, yes you're correct there are...

    Thanks Robert, yes you're correct there are plenty of images however I'm after some specific drawings with dimensions.
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    Coffee Table - Tripod legs

    Wondering if anyone can assist me please?

    I'm after a plan/instructions for some tripod legs for a small circular coffee table. Approx 600 diameter. I've searched the www and asked around but to...
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    I'll have to try it sounds good. Thanks

    I'll have to try it sounds good. Thanks
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    Seems there is a small discrepancy with the plan....

    Seems there is a small discrepancy with the plan. The firewall shows the steering column running through the firewall at an angle of 30 degrees and on the base the hole for the column is at at 45...
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    That is an option but everything on his plan is...

    That is an option but everything on his plan is spot on so I'm keen to know why this is not right.
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    That is some fine work right there. Thanks Crowie...

    That is some fine work right there. Thanks Crowie



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    That is some fine work right there. Thanks Crowie
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    Me too Crowie it is giving me the irrites trying...

    Me too Crowie it is giving me the irrites trying to fathom what I've done wrong.
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    D B Gatto plan for 1930 Antique Roadster

    Hi everyone,
    I'm making a Dan Gatto (plan) 1930's Roadster.
    The details in Dan's plans are amazing and very accurate. Some of the American terminology took a little to get my head around but that...
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    Crowie many thank for these. They proved useful...

    Crowie many thank for these. They proved useful and I'm certain saved some false starts had I not seen them.
    Thanks for your generous time. I'll post some photos as I get further along the roadster...
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    Walnut substitute

    Making a Model A Roadster with a set of plans that specify Walnut timber. Here is my thought bubble.

    I sadly have no walnut and imagine here in Aust it would not be inexpensive. On that basis I'm...
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    Model A Roadster

    I recently bought a set of plans for a Model A Roaster from D. B. Gatto in the USA.
    Having never made this particular car before and the supplier not offering an email address I have a question...
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    VICTORIA Nathan, I have several of Terry Gordon's planes...

    Nathan, I have several of Terry Gordon's planes and none have any markings on the actual blade. Based on the detail on the HNT website my belief is that it's the TS, however I cannot guarantee that.
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    VICTORIA HNT Gordon Trying Plane FOR SALE

    I have a beautiful HNT GORDON trying plane I want to sell. I bought it 5 years ago and have used it occasionally. It is in as new condition and comes with the original blade and packaging.

    They...
  16. Thread: Quadrant hinges

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    Thanks for the clarification.

    Thanks for the clarification.
  17. Thread: Quadrant hinges

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    - - - Updated - - - Is that with a router I'm...

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    Is that with a router I'm assuming?

    Thanks Kerry
  18. Thread: Quadrant hinges

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    Quadrant hinges

    Generally I use butt hinges however a while back I thought I'd give some quadrant hinges from Anti Gerner a run.
    Not easy to fit. I literally broke through the rear of my box trying to make the slot...
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    Oh they are nice. Yes the needles proved...

    Oh they are nice. Yes the needles proved difficult to thread through on occasions. I've much to learn. Those were the ones given me at Leffler's so I just went with them but will kit up with a packet...
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    Hi Yanis well I made the shears a pouch and now...

    Hi Yanis well I made the shears a pouch and now I've made two more pouches for my wooden plane blades. I'll take some photos and add them. I also made a leather pony. Waiting for an awl to be...
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    Yanis You've convinced me to have a go. Mainly...

    Yanis
    You've convinced me to have a go. Mainly because I've discovered the biggest leather supplier in Melb is not too far from me here. You tube here I come.....again.

    Thanks for taking the time...
  22. Thread: Clear glue

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    Thanks everyone

    Thanks everyone
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    Clear glue

    I'm looking for suggestions for filling knots and cracks in timber being used for making jewellery boxes. So no load on it simply looking for a clear translucent finish. Not after a quick dryer per...
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    Pouch for shears

    I'm a woodworker looking for a Melbourne based leather worker? I'm looking to get a leather pouch made for a pair of Japanese high quality shears I bought a few years ago at the Melb wood show.
    Any...
  25. Thread: Gidgee

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    That makes sense thanks Paul

    That makes sense thanks Paul
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    Crowie Greg found me a piece which suits the bill...

    Crowie Greg found me a piece which suits the bill perfectly. Thanks for the help mate.
    Whats the big attraction with Gidgee for charcoal? And then what do they use it for do you know, I'm sure you...
  27. Thread: Gidgee

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    Gidgee

    Anyone got a small piece off Gidgee I'm looking to make my own spokeshave?

    1” x 1 ½” x 12”
    and how much inc postage please? That’s to Melb


    Thanks, Kerry
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    Why can I see only the Headline and no content?

    Why can I see only the Headline and no content?
  29. Thread: A few boxes

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    Wow that is some beautiful wood and well made...

    Wow that is some beautiful wood and well made boxes too. Very nice work.

    John what do you mean when you say......
    "Mitred corners with a vertical spline , something different to the corner...
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    That's beautiful. The pics don't do it justice...

    That's beautiful. The pics don't do it justice till you enlarge them. Thats some nice work right there.
  31. Thread: Cement truck

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    Cute and sturdy too!

    Cute and sturdy too!
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    Thanks for that Rob

    Thanks for that Rob
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    There is a piece on You Tube on him but I'm no...

    There is a piece on You Tube on him but I'm no expert on him or Rocking Horses

    Thanks Daniel
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    Thanks for that. It is a Ces Hockley

    Thanks for that. It is a Ces Hockley
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    Transport firm

    Wondering if anyone can suggest a good transport firm to ship a Rocking Horse in Australia?
    I'm based in Melb and until such time as the horse is sold I've no idea to where it might need to be...
  36. Thread: My Mistake

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    My Mistake

    I placed a post in Woodturning Forum instead of Woodworking General can I shift it or do I need to have a facilitator do it?

    The Title is: Where to buy these screws
    Apologies, Kerry
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    Where to buy these screws

    Anyone suggestions where I might buy these screws and some nuts? I’m in Melb not that it matters with online.
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    Wow have been watching the Ishitani YT videos....

    Wow have been watching the Ishitani YT videos. Now reading all things Kumiko. Such nice work.
    Thanks for sharing.......

    Kerry :U
  39. Thread: Lattice work

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    Taken me a while get a handle on this craft. I've...

    Taken me a while get a handle on this craft. I've found a great introductory piece others may like to read.

    Create Kumiko at the table saw:...
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    Yeah now I can see what you mean. Just paused it....

    Yeah now I can see what you mean. Just paused it. By george I think he's got it.......
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    I've added the YT link so people can see what I'm...

    I've added the YT link so people can see what I'm on about. I don't think that is what he is doing??
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    Lattice work

    Have been watching Japanese furniture maker Kumiko Ishitani make a music stand. I love watching him as it is all about the craftsmanship and the item he is making.

    He uses a table saw sled to...
  43. Thread: Walnut Box

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    Though they looked expensive. I agree, I've...

    Though they looked expensive. I agree, I've always admired his hardware but not purchased any todate.

    Cheers Kerry
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    Brian I just spotted this beautiful piece. That...

    Brian I just spotted this beautiful piece. That is truely gorgeous, where did you get the hardware?
    Thanks for the various explanations on technique.

    Cheers
  45. Thread: Jewellery Box

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    Thanks Brian

    Thanks Brian
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    Thanks Rob. I've sent you an email to the last...

    Thanks Rob.
    I've sent you an email to the last email address I have for you. Please let me know if you never got it? Sent last night.
    I've a new e address after NBN connection plus wanted to see...
  47. Thread: Jewellery Box

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    Thanks Paul. Got my inlay at Creative Finishes...

    Thanks Paul. Got my inlay at Creative Finishes stand at the last Melb wood show. It was in a strip of about a metre or so. I got three or four of them all different but got only one and a half left....
  48. Thread: Jewellery Box

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    Jewellery Box

    Latest project made for my wife. Simple box with no compartments. NZ Beech which was good to work with. 90 degree hinges and two pin catches. Bottom lined with felt. A small inlay across the top and...
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    Is it possible to fit a spiral head to the Aldi...

    Is it possible to fit a spiral head to the Aldi one?
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    Model T - Money Box

    This is the third of these I've made.
    Each time I've gained some new ways to do things. For example:


    You can make a rear door way cheaper than the online metal option.
    Attach the hinges and...
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