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Thanks guys

What I've done for now is lift the grinder up, but not by the full amount. The jig base is in the right position, but I can't push the sliding part back in all the way. I'm hoping I...

I just managed to get through to the (very helpful) supplier who says it will still work if I lift it that much.

I'd still be interested in hearing from anyone who has had the same problem. I hope...

frustration plus!

I spent all morning setting up the new lathe (my first!).

I've spent all afternoon installing a new grinding wheel on the grinder and redesigning my grinder stand to accept...

i agree it was a strange way to start the thing, but not really dangerous. what made me flinch was him putting pressure on the left hand side of the board as it passed through the saw - far too much...

i've never tried it but what about van dyck crystals -they may not make the wood dark enough though - probably more a dark brown - it's a natural water based dye made from walnut husks

It would be unfair if it were not true. I merely stated a fact.


Small companies only turn into bigger companies if they respond to customer enquiries.

Yes, I could call - but as I work long...

Trent is obviously busy and doesn't need/want any more customers.

I never got a reply to my email request for a full product/price list a few months ago. The website is tantalising but not...

I'll be there!

Thanks Bob - looks like I'll have to try again, but I'm pretty sure last time I looked at the dremel collets several years ago) they had a slightly different shaft size and din't fit into the Triton.

I've recently - intermittently, over the last month - been flattening the back of a 50mm Titan using a green King stone - 300grit - or maybe its 280grit.

I have to agree the stone is not up to the...

My timing was way off.

I purchased a Triton 5 in 1 Spin Saw when they first came out. (Yeh, I must be one of about five, but I do find it very useful,especially the small router.)

The Spin Saw...

I had a chisel that had been belted with a hammer (by previous owner) and the end had split at the top on one side. Not being a turner, I decided to clean up the splintered wood - and pack out the...

that's it

My apologies.

I should have said "Lee Valley" not Veritas, as I was thinking of your non-premium planes - and recalled a old post talking about reducing manufacturing costs by going offshore. ...

i'm waiting on the skew version

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thanks for the laugh scribbly

I use Ian Kirby's tool rest. It's simply a a round bar set on two uprights about 5mm from the wheels. It is set onto timber posts using a couple of copper pipe saddles. I use a solid stainless bar we...

Hi Jeremybnz - welcome.

I can lead off with a few thoughts. The roughness of the cut will depend on the blade as well as the timber and whether you are ripping or cross-cutting (obviously with a...

If he also snapped at the Vet, I'd say there is a high chance he will snap again (child or adult). If he is on a property, I would expect him not to get another chance after that. (He wouldn't have...

sweet - it's sure pretty

Even Veritas outsource some planes to Asia (can't remember whether it is China or Taiwan).

... and, for me, the proof is in the pudding, not the cook ...

I'll keep an open mind and decide for...

They appear to have put some effort into redesigning the planes (such as the frog and body of the no. 4 being one part with the lateral adjustment carrying the blade advance mechanism) or should I...

Thanks keju - for myself, I agree about the desirability of natural timbers, but I actually think children respond to colours - and for what I'm making (educational toys), the colour adds something...

Thanks guys - that's great advice.

I don't know why I hadn't thought of the Ubeaut dyes - probably only because I've never used them before. I prefer that type of finish to paint. So I'll give it...

Yep - same here.

We were pricing granite for an outdoor BBQ area and he happily gave us a 'sample'.

It's 600 x 300 x 20 - just right for three waterstones and either a sheet of wet and dry...

Sorry about the delay in replying.

I don't have access to a digital camera at the moment - so sorry.

It was in the section near the indoor gardening stuff and the rakes/spades/pots etc.
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Hi all

There's some great toys on this forum - you're a clever bunch!

I've been planning to make some wooden toys as well, and am wondering about appropriate finishes for them.

The types...

Hi wsal

Welcome to the forums! I hope you stick around - you can learn lots here.

I'm sorry I can't help you, and I hope that someone else can.

jas

I'd be interested in seeing some rough prices.

Hi Phil

I really have no idea why they might be doing this, other than that they have noticed your acts of kindness and find it so rare they need to talk about it amongst themselves.

Anyway,...

I picked up a seized up Carter 78 for $5 at a local flea market a few months back and finally got around to cleaning it up and fettling.

I'm curious about the lever cap (is it still called that...

I've been spoilt in the past. My workshop had a double sink with a double drainer and I had permanently placed a large slab of granite over one sink and drainer. I use waterstones and found this a...

geez - you're a marvel, kekemo

it looks like a bought one!

What grit is on the triton stone?

Most people using stones after a grinder seem to manage with a medium (sharpening) stone (about 1000-1200) and a fine (polishing) stone (4000-8000) (I have both...

Another thought for you kman-oz:

I was rereading the blogs over at Woodworking magazine last night and I was particularly taken with an ide Bob lang had about his tool well. He uses removable...

eeeekk! :o I wouldn't wish that on anyone:no: Sounds like you've had a reall rough time.

if you can't get to your shed, can't use the internet much - what's left?

I just hope you have stocked...

Keep us posted Mike.

(I notice that UKAlf has just bought a set and will be looking out for her comments, too).

I've been looking at dovetail chisels quite a bit lately. I'm not enjoying...

nice work, kekemo!:2tsup:

Thanks Mike - you're obviously impressed

here's the url http://www.toolsforworkingwood.com/Merchant/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=toolshop&Product_Code=IL-100-30.XX&Category_Code=TBBCND
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nyk, nyk, nyk indeed!
good one scribbly!:U

I did a fair bit of research before I bought my first bandsaw blades - Roger Gifkins, Mark Duginske, this forum, etc.

I worked out what I thought I needed and rang Henry Bros with the specs. And...

It took Adelaide MIK 6 months to fill a large (prepaid!) order for me. :~

I agree with the others, but will add one more point - mainly for others who may read this thread later.

The XP Irwins are soooo much better than the non-XP variety. Don't bother with the old...

Hi dingdowner

welcome to the foum and thanks for posting - it sounds very useful - unfortunately the photos aren't opening for me.

Hope you enjoy this forum - and keep contributing to it!
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I'm very happy with my carbatec oscillating spindle sander.

Someone says it's good for sanding curves. I was looking through a book on jigs last night and it showed how, with a straight fence...

... given previous ebay sales, he might just do it ...

I always use all hardwood for my endgrain chopping boards - I've never made a long grain board.

I do this because I would expect pine to be too soft. It takes a bit of effort to make an end grain...

Thanks heaps Durwood - I always look forward to your very informative posts on spraying. I learn heaps every time.

In my case, I have a reasonable sized compressor (10 or 14 cfm, depending on...

geez - was it t hat hard, missionaryman?

you're looking totally wasted!

or did you just fall asleep in the corner?


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I've read and reread all of the useful stuff on this forum concerning use of spray guns. One of the problems I found is that it is not always apparent whether people are talking about suction or...

Hi Marauder - I'm not familiar with the H&F machine but I do have the Carbie CTJ350. It's a good machine.

I do find the longer bed useful. Often find myself thinking how much harder it would...