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12th September 2018, 12:32 PM
Thread: Cordless drill batteries
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Bosch ECP has nothing to with individual cell...
Bosch ECP has nothing to with individual cell management and has no capability to do so due how the cells are wired(or lacking of required connections). The ECP only monitors temperature and limits...
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12th September 2018, 09:54 AM
Thread: Cordless drill batteries
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Bosch cordless packs(Coolpacks not the latest...
Bosch cordless packs(Coolpacks not the latest Core) does not have any 'smarts' in their lithium battery packs. Please explain.
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5th November 2017, 11:33 PM
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Do you have a radio or torch? If you know the...
Do you have a radio or torch? If you know the full runtime of the devices then put a timer and let it go for half the runtime. That should be near 50% charge.
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30th October 2017, 09:53 PM
Thread: Oribital Sander Recomendations
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I have a Makita, it's as good as it gets I can...
I have a Makita, it's as good as it gets I can pound on it all day long and it's very lovely tool but it's lacking the power. Got me a 600W Bosch GEX 150 dual mode, it switches the random orbital...
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5th October 2017, 11:37 AM
Thread: Supplier of Dremel 4000
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I have a Dremel 395 bought at least 10 years ago...
I have a Dremel 395 bought at least 10 years ago when Bunnings was in Bourke St Melbourne. It's second set of brush which I believe on its last leg.
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26th March 2016, 11:15 PM
Thread: Magnetic Bit Holders
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Hi, did you manage to find your screw retaining...
Hi, did you manage to find your screw retaining bit holder? If not Wera makes very nice bit holder called the Ringmagnet Rapidator or Wera 887. Its not cheap at around $28 but quality holder. I used...
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22nd January 2015, 03:47 PM
Thread: Power tool noise
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Noise from power tools remind you that it is not...
Noise from power tools remind you that it is not a toy to mess with. I am very excited about the new Makita oil filled impact driver that operates at 70ish dB.
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14th October 2014, 04:53 PM
Thread: Your favourite tooling supplier
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Sticky: I might give their shop a visit this week, I am...
I might give their shop a visit this week, I am pretty stock with their prices, maybe Christmas comes early this year :U.
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2nd September 2014, 07:30 PM
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Hi Andrew, The Dremel 575 right angle...
Hi Andrew,
The Dremel 575 right angle attachment is ~60mm from the top of the chuck to the back. If you trim your drill so it's shorter it will be very compact. The max size drill bit you can load... -
4th June 2014, 12:08 AM
Thread: An expensive place to live
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Hi Grahame I posted this as a reply to the '...
Hi Grahame
I posted this as a reply to the ' favourite tooling supplier' thread after reading how LPR toolmaker tried to justify their product price compared to similar products available overseas.... -
3rd June 2014, 02:40 PM
Thread: An expensive place to live
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OH&S here is an example of having too much of a...
OH&S here is an example of having too much of a good thing. A workmate of mine is getting paid in full for sitting at home because he sprain his back from lifting two slabs of drinks in the office...
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3rd June 2014, 06:45 AM
Thread: An expensive place to live
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An expensive place to live
I moved to Australia more than a decade ago and what shocked me was this country is quickly becoming expensive to live.
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3rd June 2014, 05:52 AM
Thread: batteries left in chargers
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The longer Lithium type chemistry stay fully...
The longer Lithium type chemistry stay fully charged(4.2v per cell) the faster the cells deteriorate. For a happy long life Lithium pack, don't let it sit fully charged for extended period of time.
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29th April 2014, 12:14 PM
Thread: Ryobi EBS800V variable speed belt sander
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Ryobi EBS800V variable speed belt sander
Hi all,
I have been busy sanding my deck lately, and I gave the sander a good workout. I quickly learned to appreciate good sanding abrasive. Anyway, I bought this ryobi sander thinking that I... -
3rd April 2014, 12:53 PM
Thread: ozito 18v lithium cordless driver
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For Bosch tools there is not such thing as...
For Bosch tools there is not such thing as 'Bunnings' version. The lawn green is the DIY range often available from many others retailers. Bunnings Bosch price is usually cheaper than other prices...
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1st April 2014, 01:21 AM
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I quite like their product variety different from...
I quite like their product variety different from bunnings, hope they pull through.
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2nd March 2014, 11:46 AM
Thread: 9" Angle grinders - Safety problems ?
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Who wants to bet how long more it takes the...
Who wants to bet how long more it takes the nannies to ban or law, giant grinders for DIY use?! :o
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28th February 2014, 09:13 PM
Thread: Ryobi package deal
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I would not worry too much about the battery...
I would not worry too much about the battery quality, Ryobi always been ridding on Samsung cells. The Ryobi battery management system BMS is built into each pack, takes care of the battery health....
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17th February 2014, 11:18 PM
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Hi, If you have a few spare battery packs my...
Hi,
If you have a few spare battery packs my suggestion is NOT to "store fully charged" for long period of time. Shelving a fully charged pack will accelerate performance deterioration which is why... -
3rd February 2014, 10:41 AM
Thread: bosch driver - dying power packs
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Hi Rob, Like I said, I used a hobby charger to...
Hi Rob,
Like I said, I used a hobby charger to charge my repacked batteries. On top of that, I have a smoke alarm installed on the shelf, where all the charging activities are done. Lithium... -
2nd February 2014, 12:05 PM
Thread: bosch driver - dying power packs
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Below is a cheap 18V power tool fitted with high...
Below is a cheap 18V power tool fitted with high current connector. I dislike the original slide/clip clamp on spring connectors I think they create a resistance. It's a hassle to unplug the battery...
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1st February 2014, 11:39 PM
Thread: bosch driver - dying power packs
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If taking the DIY approach to rebuilding your...
If taking the DIY approach to rebuilding your battery packs, please note that there are different types of 18650 cells. Shooting for 3000mAh cells designed for laptop packs is not what you want, they...
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14th January 2014, 02:26 PM
Thread: drying a motor
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Spot test by rubbing a little bit of cleaner you...
Spot test by rubbing a little bit of cleaner you are going to use on the winding enamel, if its friendly then you are safe to proceed. I would use citrus based degreaser along with a paint brush to...
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9th November 2013, 08:19 AM
Thread: The prices we pay
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This price gouging has been going on for quite a...
This price gouging has been going on for quite a while. It is not only for products that are sold but also for services and etc. There are may pros and cons living in this beautiful country. I have...
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2nd November 2013, 04:53 PM
Thread: Ordering from Little Machine Shop in the U.S
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They even refund shipping cost if they manage to...
They even refund shipping cost if they manage to ship it cheaper.
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31st October 2013, 08:59 PM
Thread: Chinese Black Nuts, Bolts & Washers
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This is excellent question, I happen to have some...
This is excellent question, I happen to have some rusty chrome plated wheel nuts to attack.
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31st October 2013, 12:16 AM
Thread: Carbide inserts for lathe tools
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I use tools from this store for many years. They...
I use tools from this store for many years. They have TCMT in the size you want. You did not mention what type of carbide insert there are different coating for turning different materials. I think...
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19th October 2013, 12:13 AM
Thread: 3D printed Titanium Horseshoes
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Must be the cup racing fever again.
Must be the cup racing fever again.
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11th October 2013, 10:24 AM
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Look at the size of the swarf. So no women...
Look at the size of the swarf. So no women allowed?
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7th October 2013, 07:56 PM
Thread: todays tools gloat
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Just get those Chinese made wrist watch crystal...
Just get those Chinese made wrist watch crystal press, they come with several nylon cups but none would probably fit since most watches are too small diameter. Just turn a suitable piece with the...
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This is interesting jigsaw table for someone with...
This is interesting jigsaw table for someone with limited space for tools. It turns any jigsaw into a scroll saw? I think it's rather limited without the extension, I built one ages ago but not as...
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5th October 2013, 09:53 AM
Thread: Best Jigsaw
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Just check out youtube how little vibration the...
Just check out youtube how little vibration the Bosch jigsaw produce. I share a Bosch jigsaw with my dad but its mostly with him since I bought a cheapo $19 XU1, it still works after so many years....
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3rd October 2013, 03:19 PM
Thread: Feedback on Aldi products
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Saw a fella builder in typical soiled shirt and...
Saw a fella builder in typical soiled shirt and pants, at the green shed today he was in and out in no time, in this trolley was three boxes of Ozito rotary hammer. No doubt it's a great tool.
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1st October 2013, 12:37 AM
Thread: Cordless Impact Wrench for driving screws?
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I find impact drivers very noisy especially...
I find impact drivers very noisy especially working in a small shed where the noise pound on your ear drums but the drilling 2Ks rpm speed before the impact mechanism kick in is incredible. I always...
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30th September 2013, 03:29 PM
Thread: How to buy Nuts and bolts
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Found this today, local online store Bolts Nuts...
Found this today, local online store
Bolts Nuts Screws Online |bolts-screws-decking screws-rivets-stainless steel-socket head cap screws- Stainless Steel-High Tensile bolts-screws-socket... -
28th September 2013, 01:47 AM
Thread: Kincrome & Sidchrome vs the rest
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Buy your measuring tools from the companies who...
Buy your measuring tools from the companies who specialised in them. The Kingkong and Sickchrome tools are monkeys trying to pry your wallet in exchange for their overpriced stuff. They offer...
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Get yourself a pack of German made Jigsaw blades...
Get yourself a pack of German made Jigsaw blades for $7 each at Aldi supermarket. There are 10 different blades with various teeth profiles for different jobs. 7 for wood and 3 bi-metal for metal.
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22nd September 2013, 01:58 PM
Thread: Recycling batteries
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Hi, please take precautions when experimenting...
Hi, please take precautions when experimenting with charging primary cells. Keep an eye on them while they are being charged. High charging rates can cause explosions if the internal vents fail. Fire...
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Look carefully at the edges, it's not finished...
Look carefully at the edges, it's not finished well. The burrs are not removed, doesn't look very sharp at all. If you know how to sharpen a drill, great buy but many of these cheap center drills are...
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18th September 2013, 11:44 AM
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That's some heavy parts, need only side clamps to...
That's some heavy parts, need only side clamps to hold them down. Putting together the crankshaft is amazing compared to the tiny regular car one piece crankshaft.
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18th September 2013, 09:52 AM
Thread: Australian machine tool history
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Why did all these have to stop? Imagine we are...
Why did all these have to stop? Imagine we are still doing it today how advance would it be?
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17th September 2013, 08:49 AM
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There was some videos on turning a TCT saw into a...
There was some videos on turning a TCT saw into a few pieces of parting tool. Find it on YouTube.
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15th September 2013, 10:38 PM
Thread: How to buy Nuts and bolts
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I find the big green shed has a limited number of...
I find the big green shed has a limited number of fasteners. What I want is usually out of stock or not the right length, I now shop at local nuts n bolts individually owned shop.
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Buy any* 18V Bosch Blue Cordless Kit minimum 2...
Buy any* 18V Bosch Blue Cordless Kit minimum 2 batteries, get an extra bonus Battery. Good through 31st OCT 2013.
BOSCH Blue Battery Redemption
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4th September 2013, 02:59 PM
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I am in my early 30s. If I had more allowance...
I am in my early 30s. If I had more allowance when I was young I would have started much earlier. Also, I didn't have a shed for my metal machines until I got a house. I started electronics when I...
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19th August 2013, 12:28 PM
Thread: todays tools gloat
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281698 I think most people should already have...
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I think most people should already have the locally made Fischer StorPak binning system, I went to Aldi and got this German made bins for $15.00 its too hard to pass for this 14 bins of three... -
16th August 2013, 10:50 PM
Thread: bushing or not bushing
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Video required!!! :thumbup:
Video required!!! :thumbup:
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16th August 2013, 10:46 PM
Thread: Why you need an air micro die grinder
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How does the diamond burrs wear without water...
How does the diamond burrs wear without water lubrication? I know diamond tools works well on stones and granites but does diamond work as well on metal?
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27th July 2013, 12:09 AM
Thread: anything better then a dremel?
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Proxxon - your welcome.
Proxxon - your welcome.
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21st July 2013, 11:12 AM
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If Bunnings is your only choice, they sell Sutton...
If Bunnings is your only choice, they sell Sutton cutting oil, and nobody know it is there you have to look hard its usually near the drill bits away from other lubes, placed high on the shelves.