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    Horizontal Milling Machine VIC

    https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/mansfield/other-tools-diy/garvin-no-21-plain-horizontal-milling-machine-belt-driven-/1273629653?utm_source=com.sec.android.app.sbrowser&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=s...
  2. A young guy who has a YouTube channel built it. ...

    A young guy who has a YouTube channel built it.
    He has a number of videos showing his build.


    Pretty sure it's Tommy Gun Machining.
  3. Thread: Router Bits

    by trail
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    I use truacut router bits at work in wood. We...

    I use truacut router bits at work in wood.
    We don't bother with the bunnings ones as they go blunt so quickly.
    Never tried aluminium but the difference for us in wood is drastic.
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    Shaper/ Planer NSW Gumtree

    I have no connection with this.
    Just saw it whilst looking around and thought if someone wanted it here that it would be better than going to scrap.

    Andrew.
    ...
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    It has been used in sheets, on balustrades, door...

    It has been used in sheets, on balustrades, door hardware, bathroom fittings, outdoor kitchens etc.
    Many are custom pieces but some are of the shelf.
    The tea staining is patchy but...
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    Im not quite sure how they achieve the finish to...

    Im not quite sure how they achieve the finish to be honest.
    Provided I had no product on the steel, I might be able to try it.
    It has been used in so many different applications that it's not a...
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    Thank you. I'll go check it out. As long as i...

    Thank you.
    I'll go check it out.
    As long as i can neutralise it i might be ok.
    Problem i have is I can't just hose the stuff off incase it ruins the finishes around it.
    I think it's all 316...
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    Brushed Stainless Rust Removal

    Not sure if this is the right sub for this.
    I am working on a house on the beach front and they have brushed stainless everywhere.

    I have the wonderful job of removing the rust that is forever...
  9. No problem. Just sent you a message.

    No problem.
    Just sent you a message.
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    Parkinson Power Hacksaw

    Just recently bought a power hacksaw and want to confirm on the cut direction.

    It has an arrow on the wheel behind the saw blade. When the wheel spins in the direction of the arrow, it cuts on...
  11. Thank you mate. Power saw has earned its keep...

    Thank you mate.

    Power saw has earned its keep already.
  12. Morning mate. I am local to you in warriewood...

    Morning mate.
    I am local to you in warriewood and am interested in a few of the items for sale.
    Is there any chance I can have a look at them this afternoon?

    Particularly interested in the...
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    That site is quite the rabbit hole.

    That site is quite the rabbit hole.
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    By front and back, I just meant I extended the...

    By front and back, I just meant I extended the bar out the chuck side of the spindle, checked the measurements, then extended out the other and checked.
    All up and down movements with the bar. ...
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    Thank you. I'll aim for in between the two and...

    Thank you.
    I'll aim for in between the two and put in some new wicks.
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    I checked with a bar and dial indicator. I'm...

    I checked with a bar and dial indicator.

    I'm getting 0.04mm front and back.

    I'm not leaking from the rear bearing but the front is.

    Can anyone please advise on the acceptable tolerance on...
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    Thank you for your reply. I'll try this and see...

    Thank you for your reply.
    I'll try this and see what I end up with.
    The rest of the machine was covered in chips with some good wear in places.
    I'm expecting some play.
    Fingers crossed not too...
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    It feels ok but definitely not a press fit.

    It feels ok but definitely not a press fit.
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    I will put the indicator on it on the weekend. ...

    I will put the indicator on it on the weekend.

    I am quite new to metal work and am taking my time learning all I can.
    Should I be checking with a 25mm bar?
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    Headstock Removal on model c

    I went to remove the headstock on my model c with cast iron bearings today.

    I did a lot of reading about the method and was prepared with a hammer and hardwood.

    I did everything suggested but...
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    I should have probably read the thread a little...

    I should have probably read the thread a little better.
    :doh:
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    Hi mate. Just a thought to save you 3d...

    Hi mate.

    Just a thought to save you 3d printing for the chin piece.

    A little while ago I had to get some therapy after an injury on my hand.
    They cut out a little square of this plastic...
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    Smith and Mills shaper 500 vic

    Big shaper in Victoria.

    Was looking for milling machines and found this.

    https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/melton/miscellaneous-goods/smith-mills-keyway-machine/1218688001
  24. Thread: New Sydney User

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    New Sydney User

    Hi everyone.

    I'm new to metal work and have slowly been acquiring pieces of machinery. I have come from a wood working and construction background.

    I have been lucky enough to have been given...
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