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22nd January 2015, 12:51 AM
Thread: Query about forge welding
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Normally for mild steel I use fine clean and dry...
Normally for mild steel I use fine clean and dry sand.
For higher carbon or alloy steels I use borax and a as a general purpose version I mix one third borax and fine sand.
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22nd January 2015, 12:30 AM
Thread: Blacksmith supplies
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I was asking Marc because I like to forge railway...
I was asking Marc because I like to forge railway line to bar stock.
It is a nice tough material,medium carbon with high manganese content, I have to make a few trips to Sydney over the next few... -
15th January 2015, 11:51 AM
Thread: Knife Symposium 2015 March 14 & 15
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Places are filling fast, so if you wish to come...
Places are filling fast, so if you wish to come to this event you'd better get your application form in fast.
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The graphite crucibles used in Foundries were...
The graphite crucibles used in Foundries were made of a material called Plumbago as well.
I do not know if the were just graphite or graphite mixed with clay.
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15th January 2015, 11:41 AM
Thread: Blacksmith supplies
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Roughly what size is the head of the rail Marc?...
Roughly what size is the head of the rail Marc?
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13th January 2015, 03:58 AM
Thread: Blacksmith supplies
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Waterside Anvils
I have had the opportunity to use the anvils being imported by Waterside and I believe them to be very good quality. My understanding is that they a forged anvils and are marked as such (drop forged...
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11th January 2015, 11:56 AM
Thread: Knife Symposium 2015 March 14 & 15
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Knife Symposium 2015 March 14 & 15
Knife Symposium 2015 March 14 & 15
Hello Everyone,
Are you interested in Knives and particularly knifemaking? This weekend could be... -
11th January 2015, 11:52 AM
Thread: Knife Symposium 2015 March 14 & 15
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Knife Symposium 2015 March 14 & 15
Knife Symposium 2015 March 14 & 15
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11th January 2015, 11:47 AM
Thread: Knife Symposium 2015 March 14 & 15
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Knife Symposium 2015 March 14 & 15
Hello Everyone,
Are you interested in Knives and particularly knifemaking? This weekend could be for you!
A weekend crammed full of demonstrations by some of Australia's best knifemakers in a... -
30th October 2014, 08:09 PM
Thread: trip hammer
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Hello Ueee, Thanks for the plug on the...
Hello Ueee,
Thanks for the plug on the rolling mills, I have orders for three at the moment, two are finished and just need painting.
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20th June 2014, 09:22 PM
Thread: Are Chinese machines really improving?
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I would like to clarify my position in relation...
I would like to clarify my position in relation to my previous post regarding Chinese Machines, it has been suggested to me by a fellow forum member that my post could be viewed as I was touting for...
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19th June 2014, 03:45 PM
Thread: Are Chinese machines really improving?
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There are improvements
I am the Australian Agent for Anyang Power Hammers www.anyangaustralia.com.au , the machines are are robust and well made but there is room for improvement. They are an older design but sound.
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23rd December 2013, 01:01 PM
Thread: Initial Flat Top Trailer Planning.
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Thank you gentlemen for your time in setting me...
Thank you gentlemen for your time in setting me straight.
I do want a set up that is matched in capacity as well as possible, is safe and legal.
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22nd December 2013, 12:16 PM
Thread: Initial Flat Top Trailer Planning.
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Question on spring and axle matching
I have read with interest this build as it is very similar to my planned trailer.
Tandem 3200 kg , electric brakes 10 " on all wheels, break away system etc.
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16th December 2013, 05:55 AM
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Hello Styx, Thank you for the sketch and...
Hello Styx,
Thank you for the sketch and explanation.
It is all clear to me now.
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14th December 2013, 11:13 PM
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What is the correct way to attach the drawbar if welding across it is a no-no?
Hello , I have read many contributions from Yonnee and his knowledgeable band and it seems there is a really good pool of knowledge and experience here.
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8th September 2013, 06:14 PM
Thread: TIG Welding Aluminium back for more Q's
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G'day Gazza, I'm not too sure about the national...
G'day Gazza, I'm not too sure about the national welding mob, do they actually have a storefront?
If not get yourself to your nearest welding supplies store. If they sell good quality brands and... -
13th December 2012, 09:56 AM
Thread: tree project
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Update on the tree project pozible campaign
Things are rolling along nicely. The campaign finishes tomorrow.
If you can donate please do to this very worthwhile cause.
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12th December 2012, 10:01 PM
Thread: tree project
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Pozible campaign rolls on
An update on the pozible crowd funding campaign.
With less than forty hours to go the total is getting close to the target,.
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20th September 2012, 04:25 AM
Thread: Welding suppliers
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Hello Garry, I had never thought of buying from...
Hello Garry,
I had never thought of buying from the UK. Good idea. Did you end up buying an economiser? What did you pay inc. freight?
I have seen them being used in the US and thought they were a...