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6th Dec 2018, 09:54 PM
Thread: Aluminium Caravan Question
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Thanks Steve. I was thinking of a composite...
Thanks Steve.
I was thinking of a composite body, but unsure of how to secure it to a trussed design. Where do you get the special epoxies from?
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3rd Dec 2018, 07:22 PM
Thread: Aluminium Caravan Question
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Any thoughts of an alternative to UHMWPE?
Any thoughts of an alternative to UHMWPE?
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3rd Dec 2018, 10:38 AM
Thread: Aluminium Caravan Question
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Hi Kryn, If I go this route, will the Huck...
Hi Kryn,
If I go this route, will the Huck Fasteners promote a Galvanic effect ie connecting the Aluminium to the Steel Chassis? Hmm, I wonder if there are non-metallic options available that... -
3rd Dec 2018, 10:21 AM
Thread: Aluminium Caravan Question
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Galvanic was the term I was looking for. :doh: ...
Galvanic was the term I was looking for. :doh:
So how do cars such as Landrover, with an Aluminium body and steel frame prevent Galvanic corrosion? Just rubber grommets between them? -
2nd Dec 2018, 11:02 PM
Thread: Aluminium Caravan Question
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Hi Kryn, Looking at attaching square tube to...
Hi Kryn,
Looking at attaching square tube to square tube, so possibly Sikaflex could be the go - it is afterall for a prototype proof of concept thing.
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2nd Dec 2018, 08:59 PM
Thread: Aluminium Caravan Question
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Aluminium Caravan Question
Hi All,
I have been toying with the idea of building a small light weight camping caravan.
The idea has been developing in my mind for the last decade or more, and revolves around the stagnant... -
11th Oct 2018, 09:15 PM
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What about oven door glass? It's not 6mm...
What about oven door glass?
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16th Aug 2018, 09:54 PM
Thread: New to me Milling Machine - made in Poland
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Probably munitions/armaments or similar.
Probably munitions/armaments or similar.
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5th Jul 2018, 06:26 PM
Thread: Volvo PV V12
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That is one massive motor. :rolleyes: Like the...
That is one massive motor. :rolleyes:
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26th May 2018, 07:06 PM
Thread: Coat suggestions
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Agree with this. There has to be a substitute...
Agree with this.
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9th Apr 2018, 06:16 PM
Thread: Workzone Plasma Cutter
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When is the Sale on? I could not find it, or the...
When is the Sale on? I could not find it, or the date, when I checked their website.
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3rd Oct 2017, 08:43 PM
Thread: Anyone know much about Rota Toolchests?
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Wow, this brings back memories. From memory I had...
Wow, this brings back memories. From memory I had a TC12 at work - I started 9/1981.
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21st Sep 2017, 06:04 PM
Thread: Brass all-thread on sale at Bunnies
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I just checked Hastings, and they have none. I...
I just checked Hastings, and they have none. I would assume that it is a local store clearance.
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4th Apr 2017, 10:40 PM
Thread: Gas burner
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This might help. ...
This might help.
https://www.artisansupplies.com.au/product-category/blacksmithing-metalsmithing-and-jewellery-supplies/gas-forge-burners-and-accessories/ -
4th Apr 2017, 10:36 PM
Thread: Gas burner
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Ask for Corin.
Ask for Corin.
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4th Apr 2017, 06:58 PM
Thread: Gas burner
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Try GAMECO, in Auburn from memory.
Try GAMECO, in Auburn from memory.
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20th Mar 2017, 02:16 PM
Thread: Circular Saw Blade
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Thanks Joe. I am presently outside of VIC, but...
Thanks Joe.
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20th Mar 2017, 02:46 AM
Thread: Circular Saw Blade
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Mornington Peninsula VIC.
Mornington Peninsula VIC.
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19th Mar 2017, 08:37 PM
Thread: Circular Saw Blade
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Perhaps a water jet is the way to go, food for...
Perhaps a water jet is the way to go, food for thought.:rolleyes:
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19th Mar 2017, 08:34 PM
Thread: Circular Saw Blade
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In a perfect world, where I had a mill, it would...
In a perfect world, where I had a mill, it would not be an issue - however, I don't.
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19th Mar 2017, 06:16 PM
Thread: Circular Saw Blade
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Looking to make/trim two (2) plates of say 40cm x...
Looking to make/trim two (2) plates of say 40cm x 30cm. I currently have two (2) plates a little bit bigger than this to work with.
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19th Mar 2017, 04:01 PM
Thread: Circular Saw Blade
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Thanks Shed, I am not a metalworker, however I...
Thanks Shed, I am not a metalworker, however I have seen various utube videos showing thick plate being cut, hence the question.
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19th Mar 2017, 02:50 PM
Thread: Circular Saw Blade
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Circular Saw Blade
Hi All,
I have a limited application cutting 25mm steel plate for a small project.
The question is, what brand of metal cutting circular saw blade should I go for, and where can I get it?
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23rd Feb 2017, 10:47 AM
Thread: Hardening Stainless Steel
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Good point.
Good point.
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22nd Feb 2017, 10:52 PM
Thread: Hardening Stainless Steel
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So, it appears that it is a throw away job. :(
So, it appears that it is a throw away job. :(
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22nd Feb 2017, 08:36 PM
Thread: Hardening Stainless Steel
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Hardening Stainless Steel
Hi All,
The question is, can 316L Stainless Steel be hardened easily?
I inadvertently made a knife blade out of 316L, only to be told that I could not heat treat it to keep the blade edge... -
22nd Feb 2017, 09:08 AM
Thread: Drilling Aluminium Question
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Thanks Paul. I was concerned about the...
Thanks Paul.
I was concerned about the oxidising effect on timber so I spray painted the insert - not a very good job, but it was made on a cheap budget. :rolleyes:
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19th Feb 2017, 09:52 PM
Thread: Drilling Aluminium Question
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Would have loved to have had thicker plate to...
Would have loved to have had thicker plate to work with, but alas the metal recyclers only had this thickness.:?
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19th Feb 2017, 08:18 PM
Thread: Drilling Aluminium Question
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Thanks for the offer - I will bear that in mind...
Thanks for the offer - I will bear that in mind if this all goes pear shaped.:rolleyes:
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19th Feb 2017, 08:15 PM
Thread: Drilling Aluminium Question
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Hi All, I took the router bit method, using a...
Hi All,
I took the router bit method, using a cheap 26mm bit in the drillpress, and was surprised at the result. I am not sure what grade the aluminium is, but it cut and drilled very easily using... -
18th Feb 2017, 04:21 PM
Thread: Drilling Aluminium Question
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The plate is/was going to be the actual insert in...
The plate is/was going to be the actual insert in a budget router table. The plate (I don't have it in front of me) from memory is circa 220 mm diameter.
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18th Feb 2017, 11:00 AM
Thread: Drilling Aluminium Question
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What speed (RPM) should I use for the holesaw?
What speed (RPM) should I use for the holesaw?
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18th Feb 2017, 09:06 AM
Thread: Drilling Aluminium Question
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Drilling Aluminium Question
Hi All,
I want to drill an aluminium plate 5mm thick for a router plate insert.
The diameter of the central hole is to be circa 30-35mm and all I have is a drillpress and basic Sutton drill... -
29th Oct 2016, 03:05 PM
Thread: Old School Sound Deadning
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Does it have asbestos in it, which a lot of...
Does it have asbestos in it, which a lot of products from the 50-60's did?
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20th Jul 2016, 07:25 PM
Thread: Electric Kiln & Furnace Seminar
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Melbourne? :rolleyes:
Melbourne? :rolleyes:
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10th Jul 2016, 12:18 PM
Thread: A couple of little tinnies
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Wow - what a fantastic project, and so simple!...
Wow - what a fantastic project, and so simple! :2tsup:
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10th Jun 2016, 12:01 PM
Thread: Where to get an Old Propane or Air tank
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As advised previously, look at car/truck...
As advised previously, look at car/truck wreckers.
I got mine from a 4x4 wrecker at Somerville. -
24th Jan 2016, 10:45 AM
Thread: Locking up your trailer
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This is probably the best approach. A good...
This is probably the best approach.
A good lock like abloy and a thick boron chain can be cut in 'minutes', and are no protection. Don't ask me how I know. :(( -
22nd Aug 2015, 10:21 PM
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I do the approvals for a whole range of products...
I do the approvals for a whole range of products into Australia for many companies, and they have all told me the same pricing.
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22nd Aug 2015, 02:52 PM
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White goods are land in Australia fully paid with...
White goods are land in Australia fully paid with taxes/duty etc for circa 30-35% of the RRP.
Brown goods (small appliances) are typically landed 20-40% of the RRP.
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7th Aug 2015, 12:52 AM
Thread: ANNOUNCEMENT/POLL - metalworkforums.com
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Sticky: Poll: I like the cross pollination of ideas between the...
I like the cross pollination of ideas between the wood/metal threads, and would probably be disinclined to view one of the sites if they were separated.
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31st Jul 2015, 02:16 PM
Thread: bending Gal. pipe - how to
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Would filling the pipe with dry sand prior to...
Would filling the pipe with dry sand prior to bending help?
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14th Jun 2015, 12:09 PM
Thread: I'll start it off...
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:whs:
:whs:
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23rd May 2015, 10:38 PM
Thread: Does this cable contain Asbestos?
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How old is the cable? Asbestos was being phased...
How old is the cable? Asbestos was being phased out in Victoria circa 1983 - not sure about the other States, but assume that it would be similar.
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4th May 2015, 09:36 PM
Thread: Squirrels on strike???
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Same with me. All the notifications are being...
Same with me. All the notifications are being sent to my junk folder as well, even though it has been advised that WWF is safe several times. :?
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26th Apr 2015, 05:55 PM
Thread: Squirrels on strike???
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Same problems here. :?
Same problems here. :?
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8th Apr 2015, 02:48 AM
Thread: Newcastle Furnace Material Suppliers
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Any progress on the furnace build and how it is...
Any progress on the furnace build and how it is all coming together?
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20th Mar 2015, 06:37 PM
Thread: Small Hydraulic press - ideas
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Happened to be at my local scrap merchants today...
Happened to be at my local scrap merchants today (buying, you know, groceries etc :) ) and saw a lump of 20 mm plate.
Long story short, it followed me home.
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19th Mar 2015, 10:27 PM
Thread: Oxy/lpg hose life
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I have a similar problem with my oxy set. Our...
I have a similar problem with my oxy set. Our local plumber suggests to go to tradelink/reece/swan etc and get new ones made up - problem solved.
I am not sure of the cost, but since they deal in... -
13th Mar 2015, 09:00 PM
Thread: Small Hydraulic press - ideas
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Bob, I could fudge around the cost of the rods,...
Bob, I could fudge around the cost of the rods, nuts and even machining. But the steel cost floored me...
Oh well, another day perhaps.