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5th January 2017, 08:18 AM
Thread: Routing a square
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Old school......hammer and chisel. Fast and easy
Old school......hammer and chisel. Fast and easy
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2nd January 2017, 08:15 PM
Thread: Generic 2hp mods with cyclone
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Thank you. I will make those changes
Thank you. I will make those changes
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2nd January 2017, 07:13 AM
Thread: Generic 2hp mods with cyclone
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Thank you everyone. Ok Bob I will scrap the...
Thank you everyone. Ok Bob I will scrap the cyclone idea. Currently I do get some bad leaks around where the plastic collection bag gets attached. I'm not sure how I am going to fix this. Maybe a...
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1st January 2017, 08:44 PM
Thread: Generic 2hp mods with cyclone
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Generic 2hp mods with cyclone
Hi all,
I am planning on modifying my dust extractor as per Bobs's thread to open it up and improve effecency. As part of this, I wanted to vent excess outside after chips are collected as I... -
29th December 2016, 07:04 AM
Thread: Hammer N4400 Guides
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I'm interested to see where this goes. I am about...
I'm interested to see where this goes. I am about to purchase the hammer n4400 and was looking at getting the ceramic guides from felder. $500 is quite a lot though!
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11th December 2016, 08:43 AM
Thread: Cutting PVC Pipe
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Use a table saw if you have one. Drop the blade...
Use a table saw if you have one. Drop the blade down and bring the pvc up slowly. Once the blade has cut, slowly rotate the pvc until cut all the way around. Works beautifully and neat cut
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5th September 2016, 10:37 PM
Thread: Help with down draft table
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Help with down draft table
Hi all,
i get a lot of dust from sanding (like everyone) and am considering building a down draft sanding table. For the dust extractor, I have come across a cheap shop vac as pictured. I need... -
3rd July 2016, 08:52 PM
Thread: Blast gate positionsi
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Thanks Bob. I was was going to get one of...
Thanks Bob.
I was was going to get one of those pleated filters for the top instead of the felt bag. But then I realised I would be better off drilling a hole through the side of the shed and... -
2nd July 2016, 06:28 PM
Thread: Blast gate positionsi
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Hi Bob. Thank you for the information. Along with...
Hi Bob. Thank you for the information. Along with those blast gates, do you think I should be using bigger ducting?
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2nd July 2016, 03:04 PM
Thread: Blast gate positionsi
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Blast gate positionsi
Hi All,
I would like some help with positioning my blast gates on my dust extraction system. I am about to change my duct work and wondered where you guys are putting yours. As per the attached... -
28th May 2016, 07:13 PM
Thread: Outdoor lawn chairs
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Outdoor lawn chairs
Hi all,
i have to to build some lawn chairs for a friend and want them to last a lifetime. What do you recommend I build them out of???
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25th May 2016, 07:54 PM
Thread: end grain cutting boards
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Yes I agree. Do not use. The same reason applies...
Yes I agree. Do not use. The same reason applies for blood wood
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25th May 2016, 07:52 PM
Thread: Australian plywood sources - again
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Hi Mick, You can this type of plywood from...
Hi Mick,
You can this type of plywood from Sharps Plywood. I have got it before and it's very good but be warned! It ain't cheap!!! -
10th May 2016, 06:08 PM
Thread: Germ Killing Chopping Blocks
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I also was at the wood show and saw this. I...
I also was at the wood show and saw this.
I would absolutley agree. We have used end grain cutting boards at our home for the last 10 years. We use the same board for all meats, fruits,... -
24th February 2016, 09:29 PM
Thread: Hafco t-330 thicknesser....
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That's funny because I've had one for about 15...
That's funny because I've had one for about 15 months and it's been awesome
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24th February 2016, 09:27 PM
Thread: Chopping board material.
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Camphor Laurel is one of the best
Camphor Laurel is one of the best
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18th February 2016, 09:56 PM
Thread: Helix Cutter-Heads
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I have not yet installed these but would like to....
I have not yet installed these but would like to. Can anyone enlighten me as to the cost for the jet 16" Thicknesser?
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26th August 2015, 09:59 PM
Thread: Who wants some Huon Pine
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Hi doug. Thanks for your input. I do agree....
Hi doug. Thanks for your input. I do agree. Photos are definitely needed. Hopefully I will have them soon. I will ask about some thicker slabs. Cheers!
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25th August 2015, 11:27 PM
Thread: Who wants some Huon Pine
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Hi guys, i appreciate everyone's concern of the...
Hi guys,
i appreciate everyone's concern of the nature of how this timber has been obtained. I also hold the same view. I am told that the felled logs have been sitting on this guys property for... -
20th August 2015, 08:33 PM
Thread: Advice on cupboard door hinge selection
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Most cupboard door hinges that you find on...
Most cupboard door hinges that you find on kitchen doors are self closing
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20th August 2015, 08:29 PM
Thread: Who wants some Huon Pine
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Huon pine is coming soon!! I will post photos...
Huon pine is coming soon!! I will post photos when I have them
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27th July 2015, 09:40 PM
Thread: Who wants some Huon Pine
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Hi guys. Sorry for the delay with my reply. At...
Hi guys. Sorry for the delay with my reply. At this stage I don't have photos but can get some. The guy in Tassie is picking the logs shortly and will be taken to be milled. I will have photos then. ...
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23rd July 2015, 08:32 PM
Thread: Who wants some Huon Pine
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Who wants some Huon Pine
Hi all,
A friend of a friend has a monster amount of Huon Pine down in Tasmania which we are going to bring some of it up into Queensland. It's going to cost us a lot and I was wondering if there... -
1st June 2015, 06:42 PM
Thread: Timber in Toowoomba?
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Hi Shawn, i am am also in Toowoomba and love...
Hi Shawn,
i am am also in Toowoomba and love wood work like yourself. I have used Creative timbers also which are located in Cambooya st Drayton. They are able to source most timbers including... -
12th February 2015, 08:25 AM
Thread: Timber and Steel Gates too heavy??
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I didn't want a jockey wheel if I could get away...
I didn't want a jockey wheel if I could get away with it.
Thanks for for the advise rw build. So the bolts going into the house will hook behind the back of the brick? Do you think the mortar... -
4th February 2015, 09:23 PM
Thread: Timber and Steel Gates too heavy??
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Thank you to everyone for your responses. I will...
Thank you to everyone for your responses. I will look further into some of these options
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30th January 2015, 10:33 PM
Thread: Timber and Steel Gates too heavy??
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Thanks for your response. Yes I think the post is...
Thanks for your response. Yes I think the post is a simple brick veneer. I am worried about the gate pulling the bricks out due to weight. I will have a look down from top by taking roof off. Maybe I...
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30th January 2015, 08:44 PM
Thread: Timber and Steel Gates too heavy??
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Timber and Steel Gates too heavy??
Hi All,
Hope I have posted in the right area? Well the time has come for me to make some gates for the end of my carport and side path. I've always wanted steel frame gates painted black with... -
13th January 2015, 08:47 PM
Thread: Adirondak Chair Plans?
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Pm me your email address
Pm me your email address
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10th January 2015, 11:11 PM
Thread: Adirondak Chair Plans?
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Hi. I have recently built some chairs that are...
Hi. I have recently built some chairs that are similar to them but have less complex angles. see picture. Are these suitable??
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10th January 2015, 11:05 PM
Thread: How do they do it - Pantry Shelving
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Yes you can get Ramset nail guns with explosive...
Yes you can get Ramset nail guns with explosive charges that can nail into concrete and brick but I doubt that's what has been used. A photo would be helpful.
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3rd December 2014, 09:15 PM
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Hey. I have also purchased the pantorouter plans...
Hey. I have also purchased the pantorouter plans but have not yet built it. I would be keen to follow your build as well. I am wondering what sort of plywood you used to try an eliminate warping. As...
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3rd December 2014, 07:26 PM
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Hey thanks all. This helps a lot.
Hey thanks all. This helps a lot.
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2nd December 2014, 03:32 PM
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New to Band sawn boxes. Instructions please
Hi All,
As my title suggests, I have never made one of these boxes but would like to start. I thought before i go trolling utube and the like in search, i would ask the experienced guys first. ... -
1st December 2014, 09:34 PM
Thread: End Grain Cutting Board Designer
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Thank you very much. That worked fine!!!
Thank you very much. That worked fine!!!
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28th November 2014, 10:45 PM
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For fixing the table top cut slotted holes in the...
For fixing the table top cut slotted holes in the steel and use coach bolts with washers. This will allow expansion/contraction and the coach bolts have a course thread allowing them to hold better...
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28th November 2014, 10:34 PM
Thread: End Grain Cutting Board Designer
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Hey. Thank you very much. I will try that and see...
Hey. Thank you very much. I will try that and see how I go. I already have got the one from 1024 studios and it is very basic.
If I have any trouble I will come back to you. Cheers -
27th November 2014, 10:36 PM
Thread: End Grain Cutting Board Designer
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End Grain Cutting Board Designer
Hey all,
I am trying to locate a download of the latest cutting board designer program. I have seen it on lumberjocks and there was a web site advertised but that is no longer working. Does anyone... -
27th August 2014, 11:30 PM
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Doug. Sorry for your loss. i too have been...
Doug. Sorry for your loss.
i too have been following woodgears and bought the plans for the pantorouter but have not yet started on building it. How did you go printing them out? Did you have to... -
27th August 2014, 11:04 PM
Thread: Outdoor Kitchen Cabinets
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Hi, i have made made many outdoor kitchens and...
Hi,
i have made made many outdoor kitchens and the amerind board is ok. From memory you just have to laminate the doors in the colour you want or paint them. If laminating make sure both sides... -
25th July 2014, 11:38 AM
Thread: Shabby Chic finish
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Ok. Thank you. I will get some photos of the...
Ok. Thank you. I will get some photos of the items.
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22nd July 2014, 06:38 PM
Thread: How to delete my thread
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Thanks
Thanks
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22nd July 2014, 06:12 PM
Thread: How to delete my thread
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There is no box to delete it??
There is no box to delete it??
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22nd July 2014, 05:45 PM
Thread: Shabby Chic finish
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Shabby Chic finish
Well i have got myself in a position to transform some furniture to a Shabby Chic look, unfortunately. I don't like it myself but will do since for a family member.
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22nd July 2014, 05:40 PM
Thread: How to delete my thread
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How to delete my thread
Hi,
I just posted a thread under "Woodworking - General" called "Finishing Shabby Chic" but i accidentally clicked the button twice and it shows twice. Can someone please delete one of them?? -
22nd July 2014, 05:28 PM
Thread: Finishing question "Shabby chic"
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Finishing question "Shabby chic"
Well i have got myself in a position to transform some furniture to a Shabby Chic look, unfortunately. I don't like it myself but will do since for a family member.
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30th June 2014, 08:35 PM
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I have made some end grain cutting boards and...
I have made some end grain cutting boards and they are great.
Best to use hard woods rather than pine and I have used american oak, Tasmanian oak and gum. Cherry and maple are hard to come by here... -
20th June 2014, 10:54 PM
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I would be interested in entering. Great idea
I would be interested in entering. Great idea
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27th May 2014, 08:39 PM
Thread: The Brisbane Wood Show
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I would have to agree with Larks. I have been...
I would have to agree with Larks. I have been going for several years and it has definitely gotten much smaller which does disappoint me. There used to be many stalls outside with the timber slabs...
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26th May 2014, 08:38 PM
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I don't have an answer that will help, but I was...
I don't have an answer that will help, but I was amazed that Bunnings sold Jarrah!!! Where in the store do they keep it?