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30th Apr 2010, 12:52 PM
Thread: rusty gym weights - any advice?
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rusty gym weights - any advice?
We are trying to set up a home weights gym on a tight budget. We've had some barbell weights donated but many are quite rusty to the point that when handled with bare hands they cut the skin up a...
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12th Dec 2009, 08:11 PM
Thread: adaptor US propane torch?
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Thanks China - I did as you suggested and tested...
Thanks China - I did as you suggested and tested for leaks before firing it up.
I haven't had a chance to do any soldering yet (will need to clean up my work bench first) but have tried all 3... -
10th Dec 2009, 04:38 PM
Thread: adaptor US propane torch?
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got the torch - now how to connect?
My EZ torch arrived today. Love the size of it - almost half the size of my primus torch from the bottom of the handle to the tip - its got a bit of weight to it (less than the primus but more than...
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2nd Dec 2009, 11:57 PM
Thread: adaptor US propane torch?
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Okay, will do - expecting it to take at least a...
Okay, will do - expecting it to take at least a week to arrive - hopefully won't get held up too much with all the Christmas mail.
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29th Nov 2009, 07:39 PM
Thread: adaptor US propane torch?
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Thanks - I'm sorted then!
Thanks - I'm sorted then!
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29th Nov 2009, 06:54 PM
Thread: adaptor US propane torch?
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So I've figured out I need the Primus adaptor...
So I've figured out I need the Primus adaptor PRI02 (http://www.primusaustralia.com.au/pdf/pg_15%20pri01%20INTERNAL%20VALVE%20ADAPTOR.pdf). If anyone knows where I can get this please let me know as...
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29th Nov 2009, 04:52 PM
Thread: adaptor US propane torch?
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Thanks DJ's timber. I had been looking at a...
Thanks DJ's timber.
I had been looking at a different torch as well (which I've now decided against) with different kits for US, European, British & Australian with different connections sizes... -
29th Nov 2009, 03:19 PM
Thread: adaptor US propane torch?
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adaptor US propane torch?
I have my eye on a propane torch that I want to buy which I don't seem to be able to get here in Australia but could buy online from an American supplier. My only reservation is that I'm assuming...
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18th Feb 2009, 01:57 PM
Thread: buying oxygen - how does it work?
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buying oxygen - how does it work?
I'm a jeweller and have been using an LPG only torch but now I want to upgrade to an LPG/oxygen torch. I'm not familiar at all with purchasing oxygen and am hoping I can get some help here. I know...
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14th Aug 2008, 12:16 PM
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sourcing - aluminium MIG wire - Brisbane
Does anyone know of a welding supplier in Brisbane that sells to the public? I am specifically hoping to get Aluminium MIG wire in alloys 5356 and 4043, diamond drawn, 1mm in size. If possible I'm...
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15th Apr 2008, 05:33 PM
Thread: cutting lubricant for non ferrous metal
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cutting lubricant for non ferrous metal
I'm trying to cut jump rings (chain links) for jewellery with a 1.25" diameter x 0.010" 114 tooth high speed steel circular blade. The set up I've got is a holding jig (with a slot for the saw...
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10th Sep 2006, 11:44 AM
Thread: source for 2mm aluminium wire
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Thanks for the replies folks. Just thought I...
Thanks for the replies folks.
Just thought I would let you know how I went. I decided not to pursue the 2mm aluminium wire as I don't know what type of aluminium I need and time is running out. ... -
2nd Sep 2006, 10:44 AM
Thread: source for 2mm aluminium wire
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source for 2mm aluminium wire
Hi All,
I'm a bit lost - I'm making jewellery for an upcoming exhibition - have the designs ready to go but can't source some of the materials I need.
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8th Jun 2006, 10:41 PM
Thread: Milling Machine vs Drill Press
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Just thought I'd conclude this thread by...
Just thought I'd conclude this thread by reporting back on my shopping. I went to Gregory Machinery on the weekend to check out their JET drill presses. The smallest one was huge... in fact they...
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3rd Jun 2006, 12:44 AM
Thread: Milling Machine vs Drill Press
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I see that mytoolstore.com.au is selling a...
I see that mytoolstore.com.au is selling a Proxxon drill press... has anyone had any experience buying through this company? I've never heard of them before....
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3rd Jun 2006, 12:05 AM
Thread: Milling Machine vs Drill Press
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Thanks for explaining that Damien... I don't...
Thanks for explaining that Damien... I don't know much about tools and wasn't trying to be smart with my comment... was just saying what I understood to be the case. All I know about tools is what...
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2nd Jun 2006, 07:28 AM
Thread: Milling Machine vs Drill Press
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Sorry, should've mentioned earlier - I'm in...
Sorry, should've mentioned earlier - I'm in Brisbane.
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2nd Jun 2006, 07:20 AM
Thread: Milling Machine vs Drill Press
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I thought all drill presses have variable speed -...
I thought all drill presses have variable speed - even the ryobi $100 cheap and nasty job has different speeds. There is a door on the machine casing that you open to change speeds - you need to...
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1st Jun 2006, 10:34 PM
Thread: Milling Machine vs Drill Press
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Thanks for all those replies. It has given me a...
Thanks for all those replies. It has given me a fair bit to think about and I think it has sort've made my mind up. The mill sounds like the most expensive option and will cost more and more if I...
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28th May 2006, 11:11 AM
Thread: Milling Machine vs Drill Press
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Milling Machine vs Drill Press
I posted some time ago (I think in the wood working part of the forum) asking about drill presses and at the time some suggested that a milling machine might be more suited to my needs...
Just...