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20th January 2011, 11:04 AM
Thread: Metabo SXE450 in SEQ?
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try this mob METABO SANDER RANDOM ORBITAL 400W...
try this mob
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20th January 2011, 08:47 AM
Thread: Metabo SXE450 in SEQ?
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try glenfords . they stock a bit of metabo gear....
try glenfords . they stock a bit of metabo gear. there is a store in toowoomba
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31st October 2010, 08:47 PM
Thread: Replacement parts for Senco nail gun
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Airco now look after all senco gear in...
Airco now look after all senco gear in australia.. try them. heres a link.
Latest news and products from Airco Fasteners - Pneumatic Fastening tools and Fasteners - Staplers Bradders Nailers and... -
6th March 2010, 04:24 PM
Thread: Assistance with cordless drill
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In both your posts you have said bunnings dont...
In both your posts you have said bunnings dont have much range so maybe you need to look elsewhere. bunnings arent the best for tools and the idoits there wouldnt know a drill from a jackhammer.. im...
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28th February 2010, 03:03 PM
Thread: Coil decking nails
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i wasnt aware that they cam ein wire collated ,...
i wasnt aware that they cam ein wire collated , as they guys have said there is no problem with plastic collated only when the nails come loose from the plastic inside the gun. some manufacturers...
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8th May 2009, 08:43 AM
Thread: Hitachi Gas Framing nail gun - any good?
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i bought one of these off ebay u.s. and it is a...
i bought one of these off ebay u.s. and it is a sensational gun. no less powerful than my gas powered gun.. each gas cylinder lasts about 1,000 nails and penetrates deep and is also very light.. got...
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8th March 2009, 11:00 AM
Thread: Makita vs Hitachi
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http://cgi.ebay.com.au/DeWalt-18V-DC925-Hammer-Dri...
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/DeWalt-18V-DC925-Hammer-Drill-DC825-Impact-driver-Kit_W0QQitemZ160318504220QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_Power_Tools?hash=item160318504220&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A2|65%3A1|3...
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1st September 2008, 07:10 AM
Thread: 18volt cordless kit
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Poll: i have dewalt mainly because i have 4 batteries...
i have dewalt mainly because i have 4 batteries and when i need another tool i just buy the bare tool and away i go. most chippies and plumbers use them. the 18v drill and recipro are 2 of the best...
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20th August 2008, 07:56 AM
Thread: Replacement power tool batteries.
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3ah is what you look for, its about the highest...
3ah is what you look for, its about the highest ah you can get on batteries. as for the lithium they seem good but for double the price and maybe slightly more run time i think ill stick with what i...
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13th August 2008, 07:13 AM
Thread: Replacement power tool batteries.
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i get all of my batteries from ebay.. much...
i get all of my batteries from ebay.. much cheaper than retail. if you get dewalt batteries make sure they are the xrp as the run time is longer.. you can pick up an 18v battery for about $80.
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23rd July 2008, 07:11 AM
Thread: Replacing 185mm Circular Blade
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if all else fails just check the blade. sometimes...
if all else fails just check the blade. sometimes they are warped .
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14th May 2008, 07:26 AM
Thread: Installing VJ boards
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best to sit the plaster on top of the panelling...
best to sit the plaster on top of the panelling not over it.. you would have to get a rebatted midrail to cover if you did. also when you hit a doorway and have to put up some architrave it would be...
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9th May 2008, 07:49 AM
Thread: Feast Watson vs Sikkens...
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Intergrain ultradeck. Have used sikkens and it...
Intergrain ultradeck. Have used sikkens and it gives a good finish but fades too quick. ultradeck held it colour and didnt wear anywhere near as fast.
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9th May 2008, 07:45 AM
Thread: Is flooring and decking from auctions OK?
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I have bought quite a bit of timber from the...
I have bought quite a bit of timber from the auctions. All of the 80mm flooring has been quite good with hardly any unuseable boards. But i bought quite a bit of 130mm and had to get rid of about...
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6th May 2008, 08:14 AM
Thread: Floorboard Woes!
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just had a closer look at the pics and noticed it...
just had a closer look at the pics and noticed it was wood .Uunlike at my place i have metal jambs going into concrete walls which wasnt possible to cut back. congrats on 2000 posts bloke.
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6th May 2008, 07:29 AM
Thread: Floorboard Woes!
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well actually the way the way dammit has layed...
well actually the way the way dammit has layed the floor is correct . a gap of 10mm should be left near all walls for movement. i had exactly the same problem at my unit . i used some metal cover...
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6th May 2008, 07:17 AM
Thread: Paslode Gas Fixing Gun (angle) problem
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Take it back and look at a dewalt 18v battery...
Take it back and look at a dewalt 18v battery bradder. ive had one for ages and never missed a beat . will nail into wood my air max bradder wont even touch.
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19th March 2008, 07:29 AM
Thread: Impact driver or cordless drill
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its and 18v dewalt. i already had 18v batteries...
its and 18v dewalt. i already had 18v batteries for my cordless bradder so thats how i decided on the brand.. makita and milwaukee are also very good.
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18th March 2008, 07:51 AM
Thread: Impact driver or cordless drill
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Once you use an impact driver you wont use...
Once you use an impact driver you wont use anything else ... they are very light and more powerful than normal cordless drills. they are perfect for kitchen cabinetry, most cabinetmakers use them.. i...
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20th February 2008, 07:30 AM
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i just finished laying clip-lock flooring in my...
i just finished laying clip-lock flooring in my unit which is all concrete.. Most walls were out of square and the floors were not level.. using a 2-3mm underlay the floors came up great.
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19th February 2008, 07:23 AM
Thread: a little help please
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you normally get that burning effect if the blade...
you normally get that burning effect if the blade is put in the wrong way around.. check to see that it is on the right way.. there should be an arrow on the guard.
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12th February 2008, 08:37 AM
Thread: Testing a Subwoofer
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normally you can test all speakers by pressing...
normally you can test all speakers by pressing test tone on the receiver remote.. double check all connections and make sure the volume is turned up about half way on the sub
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11th February 2008, 08:16 AM
Thread: joining roofing battens
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Prepare for waste.. as mick said they have to be...
Prepare for waste.. as mick said they have to be joined on a truss.. seems like 90x 45 is a bit overkill. 75x 38 is the usual size.
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6th February 2008, 07:35 AM
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No just do the top after its laid.. I use a...
No just do the top after its laid.. I use a product from intergrain called ultradeck. 3 coats and it looks great... its easier than the usual 3 step process of other intergrain products.. Im sure...
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27th January 2008, 07:48 AM
Thread: House slab cost - 247m2
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That seems a bit rich. I was quoted recently...
That seems a bit rich. I was quoted recently between $100- $120 m2. even at that price they are making good money. If you can get someone under $100 you`re doing well.
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27th January 2008, 07:41 AM
Thread: triton router died..triton overrated?
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The mojority of times when a power tool dies and...
The mojority of times when a power tool dies and makes a weird noise its just the brushes.. Check them to see how worn they are before doing major surgery on the thing.
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25th January 2008, 07:46 AM
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Im actually in the process of doing the same...
Im actually in the process of doing the same thing at my unit. Im getting the floor from a carpet company and they suggest leaving 10mm around the perimeter. a bit over kill i think but i`ll do it...
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21st January 2008, 08:16 AM
Thread: Cordless drill Help
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Totally agree with av elec. A cordless drill is...
Totally agree with av elec. A cordless drill is ok for drilling but for screwing you need and impact driver, I have the exact 18v dewalt as shown and its superb. I use it to screw off custom orb...
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11th January 2008, 08:25 AM
Thread: Freezing rechargeable batteries
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Yeah i heard about this method but as you say its...
Yeah i heard about this method but as you say its just a temporary fix . For a longer fix you need to jump start them...You need a battery of equal or higher voltage and then run wire from the + to +...
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8th January 2008, 08:45 AM
Thread: New Kitchen, Brisbane questions
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just sent you a private message mate.
just sent you a private message mate.
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8th January 2008, 08:26 AM
Thread: BSA guarantees on an owner built home
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Builders can actually. be responsible for the...
Builders can actually. be responsible for the life of the house.. The 6 years is just how long the bsa licence lasts for.. there have been cases where the builder has had to rectify problems with a...
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25th December 2007, 08:42 AM
Thread: Screw Nails for Treated Pine deck
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Why buy a coil. You can buy the exact same nail...
Why buy a coil. You can buy the exact same nail loose in various size packs.. Ripping them off the coil is a pain in the butt. Also make sure you get ring shank nails. Twist shank are for hardwood...
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6th December 2007, 07:12 AM
Thread: 1 metre stump holes?
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scissor shovel. only thing to dig holes with.
scissor shovel. only thing to dig holes with.
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6th December 2007, 07:08 AM
Thread: favourite impact driver
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I think there might be some confusion between...
I think there might be some confusion between impact driver which is very small and light and an impact wrench which is quite the opposite.
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3rd December 2007, 07:25 AM
Thread: COSTS - square v sqmetre? Up v Out?
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A square is 100 sq feet but is not 3 sq/m its 9.3...
A square is 100 sq feet but is not 3 sq/m its 9.3 sq/m.
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24th November 2007, 07:16 AM
Thread: Brisbane Restumping Recommendations
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Ace and budget are all over the place but when i...
Ace and budget are all over the place but when i did my place i went with wards. Very nice guy, good price and good job was in and out in less than 4 days.
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12th November 2007, 07:10 AM
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those sort of guns are ok but you dont want to...
those sort of guns are ok but you dont want to load one screw at a time.. you need a collated gun. Makita probably make the best. They have electric or more conveniently they have cordless.
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5th November 2007, 07:17 AM
Thread: Help wanted with a US tool purchase.
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try one of these sites. ...
try one of these sites.
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Makita-V18-LXT407-4-Piece-Combo-Kit_W0QQitemZ170163175956QQihZ007QQcategoryZ42273QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
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25th October 2007, 06:53 AM
Thread: Trimming doors
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Ive always done it with a small circular saw,...
Ive always done it with a small circular saw, Just lay the door down and chock up the side you are cutting, set the guide to the distance and cut. A light sand on the edge and good as new. Always...
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25th October 2007, 06:48 AM
Thread: Makita BHP451RFE
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Even though they have a 5 year warranty you`ll...
Even though they have a 5 year warranty you`ll probably never need to use it, but it is handy. Milwaukee tools just keep going The v28 range is as close to corded power you will get from a cordless....
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22nd October 2007, 05:14 PM
Thread: Makita BHP451RFE
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Yeah ive bought quite a few things.. Mainly...
Yeah ive bought quite a few things.. Mainly dewalt and havent had any problems. Most warranties here are only 12 months and if you buy quality like makita or milwaukee youd be very unlucky that they...
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22nd October 2007, 07:23 AM
Thread: Makita BHP451RFE
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If youre keen on that drill and it is a great...
If youre keen on that drill and it is a great drill, you can get a 4 tool combo from the u.s for less than you can buy the drill here.. You will need a stepdown transformer but they are pretty cheap....
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21st October 2007, 08:00 AM
Thread: DeWalt SCMS Problem...
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Maybe the depth adjustment isnt all the way...
Maybe the depth adjustment isnt all the way down.. Most scms have a depth stop which may just be a bolt like on the makitas which allows the blade to stop at certain heights. The blade doesnt seem...
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8th October 2007, 06:43 AM
Thread: Paslode Gun and Nails question
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Take em back... they wouldnt make 2 different...
Take em back... they wouldnt make 2 different angles for no reason.. You will be forever cursing when they get jammed in the gun and not firing properly. Use the right nails for the right gun. The...
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24th September 2007, 06:59 AM
Thread: Deck Oil - Does anyone have a preference?
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Intergrain ultradeck.. 3 coats and looks great.
Intergrain ultradeck.. 3 coats and looks great.
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22nd September 2007, 06:55 AM
Thread: Reviving Batteries
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There is one way to revive old batteries.. You...
There is one way to revive old batteries.. You need to jump start them just like a car battery. Get yourself a cheap voltmeter and check how many volts the battery is pulling. A 14.4 v should be over...
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21st September 2007, 07:12 AM
Thread: tiling over tiles
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If the existing tiles are still in good condition...
If the existing tiles are still in good condition and stuck hard to the floor then no problem. I did a job in vanuatu where we had the same problem,, went straight over the tiles and they seemed to...
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19th September 2007, 07:14 AM
Thread: Another one of those eBay stories...
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Excellent pickup damien.. Most people must think...
Excellent pickup damien.. Most people must think that if a tool stops working its gonna cost a fortune to repair. Most cases it is just the brushes. I went to an auction once and they had an hitachi...
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31st August 2007, 07:20 AM
Thread: Makita lithium ion cordless kits
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For less than the cost of what you can buy just...
For less than the cost of what you can buy just the drill for here in australia you can buy 28v milwaukee tools.
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30th August 2007, 07:24 AM
Thread: Paver Pricing
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I just finished a paving job where we used 400...
I just finished a paving job where we used 400 square and 600 square edenstone pavers.. They price their paver sin square metre but also have an individual price . the guy said to me when ordering...