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    Let me know if you want better photos and/or...

    Let me know if you want better photos and/or measurements. If you want more photos, mebbee PM me your email address as this forum software seems to reduce the photo file size????
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    I bought a saw that came with a downfeed cylinder...

    I bought a saw that came with a downfeed cylinder fitted (by maker). It won't lift to vertical with the cylinder in place but the top attachment is a simple bolt that I leave only finger tight and...
  3. Motor has gone to new owner. Thanks

    Motor has gone to new owner.
    Thanks
  4. FREE - variable speed 1hp motor from treadmill. Brisbane south side. PU only.

    Works perfectly. Needs treadmill control panel to operate.
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    Lincoln 180C Mig welder Brisbane

    This welder is as new. it has had less than one roll of wire through it. I bought it new from my local welding shop a few years ago to weld thin wall tube but ended up hardly using it. Downsizing now...
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    A few years ago I bought, from H&F, a PD 22 which...

    A few years ago I bought, from H&F, a PD 22 which looks like the same make but a bit bigger. Out of curiosity, I compared every accuracy measurement I could think of with my two Waldown drill...
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    Digital caliper inaccuracy????

    I have a genuine (bought from H&F) Mitutoyo 6" digital caliper. Its a few years old but little used. Investigating discrepancies between micrometer and caliper readings on a job today revealed that...
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    Sold.

    Sold.
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    Compact half hp 240V motor

    The pictures describe the motor. Total length is 228mm. body dia 100mm. rear cover dia 115mm. mount hole spacing 20mm and 80mm (total ie 20 plus 60), 105mm across. Never used. Bought new in 1995 to...
  10. Thread: al 356v lathe

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    I have been told there are a lot of common...

    I have been told there are a lot of common threads it can't cut with its standard gears. Something to check.

    Graham
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    Anyone found a good marking pen?

    I have been using Sharpie permanent markers - extra fine point black. They are great when they work; nice fine line, sharp black, good on steel, alu, paint. The problem is that every time I go to use...
  12. Thread: new lathe

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    The lathe pictured is not the same as the AL...

    The lathe pictured is not the same as the AL 960B. It looks similar in many ways but the gear selectors on the head are coaxial whereas on the 960B they are side by side. Also I believe the 960B is...
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    Can I wire this 3ph motor to VFD?

    One for the electricians.

    I have previously wired in a VFD but in that case the motor connection box had two rows of connections and it was easy to swap from (or to?) Delta? - It was a while...
  14. Thread: Complete workshop.

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    Oops! Just realised I posted that Waldown link in...

    Oops! Just realised I posted that Waldown link in another thread. Sorry, should have started new thread.
  15. Thread: Complete workshop.

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    Waldown

    http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/woonona/building-materials/waldown-drilling-machine/1082891720
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    Sticky: Old drill press

    I have an old Servian drill press listed over at the market place. PU only Brisbane.

    Graham.
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    Sticky: Old Waldown for $20.00 at Lillydale. Bench...

    Old Waldown for $20.00 at Lillydale.

    Bench drill (Waldown) | Other Tools & DIY | Gumtree Australia Yarra Ranges - Lilydale | 1032845366

    Graham.
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    I suspect that a lot of their reputation is due...

    I suspect that a lot of their reputation is due to the fact that they cost more than $3,000 when new. About ten times the price of a Chinese equivalent but not ten times better IMHO. The Waldowns...
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    My experience of T&C grinders is limited to...

    My experience of T&C grinders is limited to making and using the Quorn, so I'm no expert.

    However re " I'm thinking of a table around 400-450 x 100 or so. Travels of 250-300 x 100-150?", it...
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    Thanks for taking the trouble to write that...

    Thanks for taking the trouble to write that comprehensive review. It has been very useful for me and, I'm sure, many others.

    Graham
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    Review???

    Variant,
    Has your Anyi gear arrived yet, and if so, how is the quality?
    Graham.
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    Thanks Bollie7.Perfect timing for me. I'm about...

    Thanks Bollie7.Perfect timing for me. I'm about to make a couple of these. Thanks for taking the trouble.
    Graham.
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    Sticky: Waldown radial cheap in WA. Radial arm drill...

    Waldown radial cheap in WA. Radial arm drill (small) | Power Tools | Gumtree Australia Mandurah Area - Mandurah (why can't I "line feed" /return by hitting the enter key in the message entering...
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    Sticky: Lowest RPM on my lathe is 70 IIRC. Instructions...

    Lowest RPM on my lathe is 70 IIRC. Instructions say shake for 1 minute so anything a bit north of that should do. The action is no more violent than hand shaking so I think the risk of damage is low....
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    Sticky: Not a project - just an idea not worth its own...

    Not a project - just an idea not worth its own thread. Use lowest speed. Get your rattle cans well mixed while saving your arms and your time.
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    Sticky: This is the press I finished today. Graham

    This is the press I finished today.

    Graham
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    Sticky: More shapers...

    Douglas Shaping Machine Free Delivery SYD Melb | eBay


    Shaper Metalworking | eBay
  28. Thread: Welding visors

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    If you wear bi focals, a helmet with a bigger...

    If you wear bi focals, a helmet with a bigger window will make it easier to get your eye, and the appropriate lens, and the window, and the job in a straight line.

    Graham.
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    Sticky: Greys online auction at Revesby NSW. 2 days to...

    Greys online auction at Revesby NSW. 2 days to go.

    http://www.graysonline.com/sale/5006398/engineering-and-toolmaking/unreserved-manufacturing-facility-closure-engineering-equipment?spr=true
    ...
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    Sticky: Dave, Your link just took me to a google search...

    Dave,
    Your link just took me to a google search results page. Do you have a link to your source in China?

    Thanks
    Graham
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    Sticky: Waldown parts in Bendigo Waldown drill head ,...

    Waldown parts in Bendigo

    Waldown drill head , 3 phase | eBay

    Graham.
  32. Thread: BM30A mill

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    The new VFD and 3 phase motor are independent of...

    The new VFD and 3 phase motor are independent of the original electrical system. The X axis power feed and the coolant pump still run on 240 volt as original.

    Graham
  33. Thread: BM30A mill

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    I bought a BM20A from H&F some years ago. It is...

    I bought a BM20A from H&F some years ago. It is made in Taiwan. I don't know how relevant it is but this has been my experience.

    Build quality was very underwhelming. The base contained much...
  34. Thread: leveling device

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    leveling device

    http://www.woodworkforums.com/attachments/f65/205436d1334709100t-fest-reminders-accessories-dscn0158-large-.jpg...
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    Sticky: Shaping machine, Queen city machine tool company,...

    Shaping machine, Queen city machine tool company, model not visible, head t Auction (0104-5002979) | GraysOnline Australia

    Big shaper with vice here, No reserve. But must be collected in Young!!!...
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    This bloke lists Australian made HSS in his...

    This bloke lists Australian made HSS in his catalogue:-

    MODEL ENGINEERING SUPPLIES TOOLS

    Graham.
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    It didn't unfold like that. I realigned it with...

    It didn't unfold like that. I realigned it with my "two collar tool" then checked the bed twist.

    Graham
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    I'm not worried about the bed twist; its only...

    I'm not worried about the bed twist; its only about half a bubble on my level which measures to 0.02 mm per metre.

    As for how good is good enough, attached is the accuracy standard for a British...
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    Thanks for the description, Eskimo. This thread,...

    Thanks for the description, Eskimo. This thread, and in particular RC's post -



    got me thinking and mucking about with my AL960. I have got it cutting parrallel but the bed is slightly...
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    So tell us how you did it. After all the...

    So tell us how you did it. After all the discussion I'd love to hear the details.

    Graham
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    Mmmmm.... too hard for me. I realise my...

    Mmmmm.... too hard for me. I realise my "analysis" is grossly simplified but I just wanted to make the point that we are talking about very fine adjustments and a very coarse adjustment mechanism.
    ...
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    I can't say as I haven't done it, but the maths...

    I can't say as I haven't done it, but the maths suggest to me that it might not be easy. I just checked my lathe and the three adjustment screws are about 90 mm apart. ie 180 mm between front and...
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    That's a pity. My AL960B cut a worse taper than...

    That's a pity. My AL960B cut a worse taper than yours and 100% of the problem was bed twist. Using a variation of "Rollie's dad's method", I got the twist out of the bed and the lathe cut parrallel....
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    In the Army museum at Bandiana near Albury...

    In the Army museum at Bandiana near Albury Wodonga, there is a workshop in a container. It contains an impressive combination machine of substantial capacity. Great museum - transport and artillery...
  45. Thread: fluro lighting

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    I suspect "explosion proof" is about them being...

    I suspect "explosion proof" is about them being sealed so they cannot be an ignition source for an explosion; Not about being able to withstand an explosion. could be wrong. anyone know for sure?
    ...
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    Starting a new thread when the topic changes

    In the thread titled "Bearings" the original poster was questioned for starting a new thread with a relevant title rather than making his point in an existing thread. That criticism surprised me as I...
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    If you want my opinion, its the opposite of...

    If you want my opinion, its the opposite of China's.

    I have built a quorn. It was a great project and I'm glad I did it, but I almost never use it now because its so much trouble to set it up for...
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    "GDD, What was the output voltage of the VFD...

    "GDD,

    What was the output voltage of the VFD you purchased? I suspect it was not 415V"

    I just checked, and you're right - output is 240 volt but three phase. Pic of the motor it drives...
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    I fitted a 240 to 3 phase converter to my mill....

    I fitted a 240 to 3 phase converter to my mill. Bought locally. I can't remember the cost but can look it up if required. It has a speed control "pot" built in - its the little knob on the right...
  50. Thread: trig? help

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    I got the same answer - 24.88, using my school...

    I got the same answer - 24.88, using my school trig and calculator.

    Graham
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