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  1. I was put onto Camelia oil a while ago,...

    I was put onto Camelia oil a while ago, apparently it's popularly used on Japanese carpentry tools.
    I've been using it sparingly on some Vee blocks and parallels to see how it goes and so far it's...
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    As others have suggested, Rydell Beltech or...

    As others have suggested, Rydell Beltech or Gardiner Bearings are good sources and nice to deal with, if you're a little further South, then Adelaide Belt & Hose are also a good option as they have a...
  3. The KF1 and KF2 where very similar, I think the...

    The KF1 and KF2 where very similar, I think the KF2 has a bigger work area, bigger motor and a power knee, but most other things are very similar.
    If you could spare me a copy of the KF1 manual it...
  4. Thanks family guy, that's a nice little reference...

    Thanks family guy, that's a nice little reference document. I have actually used a KF2 back during my apprenticeship, but that's quite some time ago now and I was looking for something more specific...
  5. Yep, that was me, a little more than I wanted to...

    Yep, that was me, a little more than I wanted to spend, but it came with a pretty comprehensive set of accessories.

    Cheers,
    Creedy
  6. Looking for a manual for a Deckel KF2 pantograph

    Hi All,
    just wondering if anyone has a copy of a manual for a Deckel KF2 pantograph, ideally as a PDF.
    I could swap a PDF copy of the Deckel pattern forming attachment if you'd like, or some other...
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    If you're still looking thread specs on valve...

    If you're still looking thread specs on valve caps, they use a "Schrader" thread, you can buy taps and dies for them, although they're not super common.

    Cheers,
    Creedy
  8. I'm certainly not after charity, and am quite...

    I'm certainly not after charity, and am quite happy to pay a decent market rate for a suitable item.
    I'm chasing one for an upcoming job so I'm not adverse to parting with a few extra of my hard...
  9. Looking for a Waldown Tool Post Grinder (CO or C1)

    Hi all, I'm on the scrounge for a Waldown Tool Post Grinder (CO or C1) with internal and external grinding spindles.
    If possible I'm looking for something in South Australia so I can pick it up...
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    Acetal should be reasonable for this...

    Acetal should be reasonable for this application.Acetyl is resistant to alcohols, aldehydes, esters, ethers, glycols, hydrocarbons (petrol, engine oil), agricultural chemicals, weak acids and alkalis.
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    If you do end up buying a single lip cutter...

    If you do end up buying a single lip cutter grinder with the 355e collets then you might find it's useful to have ER style collets as the 355e's, while good, don't clamp sizes that vary much from...
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    Well I had to ask, just on the small off chance...

    Well I had to ask, just on the small off chance that you couldn't use it for some reason, :)
    Enjoy your new fixture plate.

    I certainly know about distractions and side tracks, my shed projects...
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    Well, if Kryn doesn't take it, please consider me...

    Well, if Kryn doesn't take it, please consider me next in line behind him :)

    Cheer,
    Creedy
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    It's not a center hand brake

    It's not a center hand brake
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    Relatively modern 70 Series Landcruisers have...

    Relatively modern 70 Series Landcruisers have rear disk brakes with an intergrated drum for the hand brake, something like that might be suitable.

    Regards,
    Creedy
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    Do you cover your machine?

    Yep, if it's not on, it's not on! :U
    I always cover my machines when not in use, it helps to keep dust off them which aids with avoiding corrosion.
    I've found that the cheap motorcycle covers...
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    Okamoto OMA-350 wheel adaptor / puller

    Good afternoon All,
    I hope everyone is washing their hands diligently and practicing good social distancing to stay safe in these crazy times.

    I've been googling for information without success...
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    I don't want to take out a second mortgage to buy...

    I don't want to take out a second mortgage to buy a full length when I only need 200mm.
    That's why I paid a premium to "old mate" in Tasmania.
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    I'm sure you're correct Karl but when you're...

    I'm sure you're correct Karl but when you're presented with a poor array of choices for gathering 4140 you take the best offer available at the time.
    Bohler shut up shop in Adelaide several years...
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    Giday Peter, welcome to the forum. Good luck...

    Giday Peter,
    welcome to the forum.
    Good luck with your search for a lathe, if haven't ordered a lathe yet and you're needing to have a look at an AL-960B give me a yell.

    Cheers,
    Creedy
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    I resorted to purchasing smaller lengths from...

    I resorted to purchasing smaller lengths from Flea-bay. There's a guy down in Tassie supplying lengths at non-insane (but still expensive) prices.
    ...
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    I'd be very interested in the 25-50 and 50-75...

    I'd be very interested in the 25-50 and 50-75 micrometers please.

    PM sent

    Regards,
    Creedy
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    This looks very much like a Durometer tester. I...

    This looks very much like a Durometer tester. I used to use them in the rubber industry for testing the hardness of different grades of rubber.

    Cheers,
    Creedy
  24. Correct, they seal up the hole around the copper...

    Correct, they seal up the hole around the copper nail. I think they're called Roves.

    Cheers,
    Creedy
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    Creedy from Adelaide says Hi

    Hello fellow metalworkers, Thought I'd take the opportunity to introduce myself.
    I did my apprenticeship and worked as a Toolmaker for 11 years in the automotive industry before moving into the...
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