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  1. Had a similar issue a few weeks back with a JT6...

    Had a similar issue a few weeks back with a JT6 chuck fitting. The wedges could not grip onto the taper groove, as it was rounded, to push the shank out. I landed up borrowing a bearing separator,...
  2. I have ordered a bunch from a crowd in Adelaide,...

    I have ordered a bunch from a crowd in Adelaide, landed about $33 each. I can look up the details if you like.

    Alan
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    I have the Makita and like it, but jusy fyi, was...

    I have the Makita and like it, but jusy fyi, was in the local supplier today and grabbed this snippet of his catalog

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    I leave it to you to work out who lol
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    I don't recall unfortunately, I do know i did not...

    I don't recall unfortunately, I do know i did not like mig welding ally, I was constantly wiping my helmet from the smoke coating.
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    I found some companies have different sizes for...

    I found some companies have different sizes for cylinders, Easiest may be to use a ratchet strap that you can adjust to suit as you change brands
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    Perhaps do what I did when I started. Fitted a...

    Perhaps do what I did when I started. Fitted a quick release coupling onto the gas line. Got a proper mix gas, reg and quick release coupling, then got a disposable pure argon with mini reg and quick...
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    I use Argon 52, a mix for Mig, 358779 I use...

    I use Argon 52, a mix for Mig, 358779

    I use this to base my gas selection type.. I currently use the Supagas range...

    For Tig. I use pure argon, All metals ..
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    Aww go on m8, tell em how you really feel lol, I...

    Aww go on m8, tell em how you really feel lol, I had telstra, now I run optus and tpg together as I rely on the net for my business.

    They grow too fast and cannot maintain the infrastructure
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    Disregard my emails, I get lost in the forums and...

    Disregard my emails, I get lost in the forums and ask questions already answered :)
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    Message sent

    Message sent
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    Just so you have an idea what I am working with...

    Just so you have an idea what I am working with at the moment...


    Regards
    Doc
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    I'll do my best to explain I have single phase...

    I'll do my best to explain

    I have single phase only, width I have to place the unit is 1400. I was thinking about 500 ish between centers as most of the stuff I work with ranges from 1-2 inch...
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    budget is up to about 2000, thanks for all the...

    budget is up to about 2000, thanks for all the useful info so far, I'm taking it all in
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    Yeah I'm sure, I remember heaps of places...

    Yeah I'm sure,

    I remember heaps of places especially one in Blackburn that had a good range of used gear, but they have vanished. I looked at some Emco stuff there before.

    I'm in no rush so...
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    Thanks for all the replies. I spoke to Mal but...

    Thanks for all the replies. I spoke to Mal but unfortunately he has limited stock at the moment. Any other ideas welcome.

    I was looking at the Sieg SC4 unit, but I'm a bit wary being a cheaper...
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    Buying Used Lathes

    Hi guys

    I am in the market for a used small lathe. There used to be a number of places that used to sell, but they seem to have vanished. Can anyone recommend anyone or a place I could try? The...
  17. Understood, I cannot drill straight hence my...

    Understood, I cannot drill straight hence my comment, I managed to get one of the sides. I saw something a while back about people using an arc to erode the bolt. Not sure if that would be the go....
  18. Edited, helicoils will be the solution, if you...

    Edited, helicoils will be the solution, if you can get someone with a steady hand to drill it's always handy...
  19. I know you mention steel, but if it's on top of a...

    I know you mention steel, but if it's on top of a solid surface and going to get banged up a bit, why not use a sheet of teflon or similar. I used it to line my fuel tank cutouts on my boat and they...
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    I use both the Servore 4000 and Servore 6000....

    I use both the Servore 4000 and Servore 6000. Love em to bits. Backup is pretty good too.
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    Following this thread with interest, I had...

    Following this thread with interest, I had similar at one stage with one helmet and I was told it's because I was welding near flouro lights and the sensors were getting messed up.

    Another brand...
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    Yeah I get that, my only concern is if something...

    Yeah I get that, my only concern is if something is drawing so much current to generate to generate so much heat, it should be addressed. My original thought was to get the heat away from the...
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    You need to replace a 4.7 Ohm 10W resistor. The...

    You need to replace a 4.7 Ohm 10W resistor. The one I recommended is 25W same resistance. It should be more than adequate. You can go higher wattage, but I feel it's overkill and would rather try...
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    Nope the value as I see it is 4R7 = 4.7Ohm, ...

    Nope the value as I see it is 4R7 = 4.7Ohm,

    The one you pasted is 4K7 = 4700Ohm

    Regards
    Alan
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    If you are able to run the motor and measure the...

    If you are able to run the motor and measure the voltage across the resistor. It will give you an indication of the current being drawn by the feed motor and you will also get an indication on the...
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    The one on the pcb looks to be 4R7 @ 10W , the...

    The one on the pcb looks to be 4R7 @ 10W , the replacement wont be a problem. Note sure what the smallest aluminium version is. Physically it will probably be very close to the size of the one you...
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    You can replace the resistor and space the legs...

    You can replace the resistor and space the legs off the board with ceramic beads. This will allow more air flow and hopefully cooler running. Another option is to replace it with a aluminium style...
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    Awesome thanks for that :) Life is good again

    Awesome thanks for that :) Life is good again
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    Strange request, can you post a pic of the pcb...

    Strange request, can you post a pic of the pcb and the comp you re soldered, may be able to help out or at least point you in a direction that may help

    Regards
    Alan
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    Hi Malb That's part of the problem, I only get...

    Hi Malb

    That's part of the problem, I only get an option for one column :(

    Thanks
    Alan
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    My age is catching up but...

    Hi Everyone,

    I know I don't remember as well as I should but, when the forums changed, a while back, they became a long single column list. You had the option of reverting to the two column...
  32. What about a brace across the bottom between all...

    What about a brace across the bottom between all the feet, flexing it back and supporting it ?
  33. If I recall the one I had, turn to the left the...

    If I recall the one I had, turn to the left the pull the knob out. You can then reverse the wheel or change it.
  34. Hi Gaza, Thanks for the reply, i was thinking...

    Hi Gaza,

    Thanks for the reply, i was thinking wrap and weld it so it looks original, just without the pressed name.
  35. What about wrapping it in a thin stainless sheet...

    What about wrapping it in a thin stainless sheet ? Not ideal, but it will work
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    I have the synergic Token Tools unit and like it....

    I have the synergic Token Tools unit and like it. I have to admit though, I tend to use the Lincoln app and run it on my settings.

    Personally I found Pete very approachable about different weld...
  37. Just to add to that, I found that if I screwed...

    Just to add to that, I found that if I screwed the reg on too far it leaked. If it tightened it enough to seal, it worked. Honestly though, as others have suggested, look at a proper bottle, you will...
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    Just don't forget, when you re-assemble it, use...

    Just don't forget, when you re-assemble it, use some Loctite 771 on all the bolts
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    I have one here and yes it can be useful at...

    I have one here and yes it can be useful at times, but for the couple of times a year you may use it...... I think mine has been used twice in the past 12 months.

    Personally i would have got more...
  40. I use this chart ...

    I use this chart

    http://supagas.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Gas-Selection-Chart.pdf

    then

    http://supagas.com.au/safety/information-sheets/

    has the actual gas mix info to get what...
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    If I recall there is a max length you can use,...

    If I recall there is a max length you can use, been looking for a metric version, all I can get at this stage is this one

    http://www.directwireusa.com/Resources/WELDING%20CABLE%20GUIDE%20rev.pdf
    ...
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    I have a 2M return lead with a dinse connector,...

    I have a 2M return lead with a dinse connector, made an extension of another 4M so I can get out the door when needed. Seems to work well for me, If I recall, I'm using 25mm cable
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    I found bob to be cheaper for cables ...

    I found bob to be cheaper for cables

    http://www.bobthewelder.com.au/home.php?cat=581


    good luck
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    Agreed Karl

    Agreed Karl
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    Just keep at it, worst case drill out the bolt...

    Just keep at it, worst case drill out the bolt and heli-coil it. What may also help is to get a can of freezit spray. After the bolt is welded, and cool, give it a good solid spray to try contract it...
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    I have seen people tig a head onto the bolt and...

    I have seen people tig a head onto the bolt and use that to remove the stuck threads. Best of luck
  47. Is the fitting that came off the fan threaded? If...

    Is the fitting that came off the fan threaded? If not, then maybe a simple mild steel hex bolt drilled out to size and tack welded on would do the same?

    Regards
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    That's what I have and love it.

    That's what I have and love it.
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    Thanks RayG Just ordered one and will tap the...

    Thanks RayG

    Just ordered one and will tap the center out :). If it does what I need i am happy

    Alan
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    In effect all I am looking for a barrel with...

    In effect all I am looking for a barrel with threads on the outer and the inner . Something like the image below, but it can have a shoulder if it makes it easier to turn. Hope the picture works. All...
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