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16th Apr 2024, 06:14 PM
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Camelback straight edge. Melbourne Vic. Facebook
$500 https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/434586272413438/
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11th Mar 2024, 01:34 PM
Thread: WW2 Jeep reproduction parts
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It is a mixed bag when using reproduction parts....
It is a mixed bag when using reproduction parts. Yes the Filipino products can be hit and miss although in that video the equipment looks quite good. Unfortunately amongst manufacturers both locally...
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8th Jan 2024, 11:07 PM
Thread: 3hp 120L Air Compressor
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There are sound insulating covers you can make...
There are sound insulating covers you can make reasonably cheaply to mask the noise from air compressors. I made one at a workshop I managed 10 years ago which was very good.
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21st Dec 2023, 09:48 PM
Thread: A new acquisition Hercus ATM 260
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Hello Morrisman, I am not qualified to answer the...
Hello Morrisman, I am not qualified to answer the 4140 materiel question for your shackle bolts but they sure look good. I have not had any engine machining done for quite a while, the last place...
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21st Dec 2023, 05:46 AM
Thread: A new acquisition Hercus ATM 260
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Yes we do! I am still a member but have not gone...
Yes we do! I am still a member but have not gone to a meeting this year. How is your jeep project going?
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19th Dec 2023, 10:38 PM
Thread: A new acquisition Hercus ATM 260
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I finally was able to position the 260 where I...
I finally was able to position the 260 where I wanted it, get it cleaned up and some power to it. All good so far, I am surprised and delighted with the quality of the machine especially compared to...
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27th Nov 2023, 11:56 AM
Thread: A new acquisition Hercus ATM 260
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Sharp eyes Reidy41 ! I have had the Falcon ute...
Sharp eyes Reidy41 ! I have had the Falcon ute new since 2001 for the same reasons I like and chose the Hercus, Australian made.
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27th Nov 2023, 11:52 AM
Thread: A new acquisition Hercus ATM 260
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Thank you for the advice, I will incorporate that...
Thank you for the advice, I will incorporate that to the list on cleaning it up and commissioning.
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24th Nov 2023, 09:52 PM
Thread: A new acquisition Hercus ATM 260
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A new acquisition Hercus ATM 260
Hello all,
I have consummated my membership by finally acquiring a Hercus ATM 260. SN 18891.
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12th Jul 2020, 09:56 AM
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Verticle Mill Die Casters Limited Collingwood Melbourne
Hello all,
a Milling machine I saw on Facebook marketplace which may be of interest to fans of Aus made machinery.
cheers
Bill
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6th Jul 2018, 11:57 AM
Thread: War Finish cast iron surface table
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War Finish cast iron surface table
There was a mention a while ago on War Finish items manufactured by Melbourne Technical schools during WW2.
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26th Dec 2017, 05:42 PM
Thread: You've Got To Be Quick On Gumtree
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OK I think everyone gets it now. Give it a rest
OK I think everyone gets it now. Give it a rest
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26th Dec 2017, 01:53 PM
Thread: You've Got To Be Quick On Gumtree
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Thanks for sharing, I think a few here who don't...
Thanks for sharing, I think a few here who don't patronise Gumtree often have learned something.
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7th Oct 2017, 08:09 AM
Thread: What steel are king pins made from ?
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Where in Melbourne would discerning members go to...
Where in Melbourne would discerning members go to for for shaft hardening and grinding?
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12th Aug 2017, 11:46 AM
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Sticky: Learned that Qualos also made a milling...
Learned that Qualos also made a milling machine...
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23rd Jul 2017, 09:57 AM
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Sticky: With 38 watchers I have no doubt many members...
With 38 watchers I have no doubt many members here are aware of this Hercus 260...
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That looks like a typical TAFE set up. Holmesglen...
That looks like a typical TAFE set up. Holmesglen in Moorabbin was similar with old and newer Colchesters and LeBlond Regals which looked well used. They also had HAAS CNC lathes that were new and...
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26th May 2017, 08:28 PM
Thread: Starrett Factory tour video
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Starrett Factory tour video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T7JqXbm-Nwo&feature=youtu.be#t=424.75102
Interesting video on the Starrett plant at Athol, Massachusetts
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14th May 2017, 07:26 PM
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I also have a HV8 with the 4 slots and going on...
I also have a HV8 with the 4 slots and going on the receipt it was purchased in 1997 from Hafco. I will be watching this thread with interest as I wish to fit the dividing plate kit as well.
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5th Apr 2017, 08:28 AM
Thread: Slotted plate Beaufort division DAP
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Slotted plate Beaufort division DAP
For those interested in a nice piece of Australian aircraft manufacturing history...
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21st Mar 2017, 09:01 PM
Thread: Parting tool carbide insert type?
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Thanks for the replies, I knew it would be a long...
Thanks for the replies, I knew it would be a long shot but figured I had nothing to lose by asking here.
I will be investing in a new parting tool in the near future.
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16th Mar 2017, 05:17 PM
Thread: Parting tool carbide insert type?
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Parting tool carbide insert type?
Hello all,
I was given this parting tool as part of a Chinese lathe tool set and am looking to identify it so I know what type of insert to purchase.
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20th Feb 2017, 07:00 AM
Thread: OZ25 collets?
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Yes the chuck came with them, will check the size...
Yes the chuck came with them, will check the size range later.
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20th Feb 2017, 06:58 AM
Thread: Two Mitutoyo Digital Calipers
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Mitutoyo manufacturers document on imitations
Fyi
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20th Feb 2017, 06:55 AM
Thread: Two Mitutoyo Digital Calipers
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Interesting topic, I bought a Chinese knock off...
Interesting topic, I bought a Chinese knock off about 8 years ago and it was good for home garage work. I took it to work in a machine shop and it failed after about 4 weeks. It went through...
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17th Feb 2017, 11:19 PM
Thread: OZ25 collets?
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366642366643366644 The small collet on the...
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The small collet on the left is an ER32 with the OZ25 on the right. the dimensional pic is from a website. I have seen reference to OZ25 and OZ32 collets.
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17th Feb 2017, 08:28 PM
Thread: OZ25 collets?
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OZ25 collets?
Hello all,
I have recently come into possession of a set of Vertex collets marked OZ25. I am only familiar with the ER types. Can anyone shed light on this?
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13th Jan 2017, 01:17 PM
Thread: Arboga Pedestal drill Reservoir Vic.
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Arboga Pedestal drill Reservoir Vic.
Heavy duty Pedistrial drill | eBay
No connection to seller. Well if I had spare $$$ I would be a customer!
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10th Dec 2016, 08:00 PM
Thread: Advance lathe backgear
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A link to the lathes.co.uk site Advance lathe...
A link to the lathes.co.uk site
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21st Aug 2016, 12:53 PM
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Agreed!
Agreed!
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21st Aug 2016, 12:50 PM
Thread: "flash" from using cheap helmet??
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Cheap helmets are just that cheap, how much are...
Cheap helmets are just that cheap, how much are your eyes worth?
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21st Aug 2016, 09:51 AM
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Lathe & Mills unused never commisioned trade school closing down Newcastle.
New Lathes and Milling Machines | Other Tools & DIY | Gumtree Australia Newcastle Area - Wickham | 1121437189
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21st Aug 2016, 09:44 AM
Thread: Schaublin Wahli Multi 76 Lathe
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Schaublin Wahli Multi 76 Lathe
This looks sweet!
Wahli Multi 76 Schaublin Super Rare in VIC | eBay
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5th Aug 2016, 11:15 PM
Thread: New (to me) Macson lathe
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Macson envy
That is a very nice looking Macson caskwarrior! well done!
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4th Aug 2016, 10:32 AM
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Hercus Model O mill Yarraville Vic Ebay 04 Aug.
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30th Jul 2016, 09:17 AM
Thread: Rusty Parkson universal Mill
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Well done Morrisman! It is good to see people...
Well done Morrisman! It is good to see people saving potentially useful and historic machinery.
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9th Jul 2016, 07:26 PM
Thread: An honest Lathe appraisal!
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An honest Lathe appraisal!
**SOMEONE BUY THIS POOR ABOMINATION BEFORE I TAKE IT TO WORK AND MILL IT INTO SWARF**
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7th Jul 2016, 07:01 PM
Thread: New eBay listing,
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Looks similar to a Warco GH1440A so it could be a...
Looks similar to a Warco GH1440A so it could be a badge engineered Taiwanese lathe.
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20th Apr 2016, 08:49 PM
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Very interesting, thanks for sharing Mal. Bill
Very interesting, thanks for sharing Mal.
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9th Apr 2016, 09:08 AM
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My local Total tools store sells gas bottles as...
My local Total tools store sells gas bottles as well.
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24th Mar 2016, 07:14 PM
Thread: What is a reasonable warranty period?
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The ebay feedback negatives were enough to deter...
The ebay feedback negatives were enough to deter me from purchasing from this seller.
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9th Mar 2016, 08:31 PM
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Screw lathe machine War Finish Victorian Technical schools
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Posting this out of historical interest with no association with the seller.
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7th Mar 2016, 06:15 PM
Thread: Trailer axle
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One of my old TAFE tutors showed us this and...
One of my old TAFE tutors showed us this and called it a "cat's head"
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22nd Feb 2016, 09:07 PM
Thread: Men's shed Sheraton
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That is a nice looking lathe and Aussie made to...
That is a nice looking lathe and Aussie made to boot!
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15th Feb 2016, 09:04 PM
Thread: Mobile lathe repairman
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Where I work we get a service tech to come out...
Where I work we get a service tech to come out and service our conventional mills and lathes. CNC verticle machining centres are a different horse altogether.
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2nd Feb 2016, 10:02 PM
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I paid $363.00 to have the mill moved. Total...
I paid $363.00 to have the mill moved. Total crane trucks are a professional outfit and made it look easy. All good, the mill works beautifully.
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30th Jan 2016, 02:34 PM
Thread: Measuring bores
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I did what stustoys suggested a few years ago, it...
I did what stustoys suggested a few years ago, it is good thing to practice on! where I worked all the 3 point mikes had their reference Master rings to assist in calibration checks.
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26th Jan 2016, 09:05 AM
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As pipeclay said the trough covers stop swarf...
As pipeclay said the trough covers stop swarf entering the trough, they are of metal mesh construction.
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25th Jan 2016, 01:42 PM
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The new beastie...
The new beastie...
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25th Jan 2016, 01:40 PM
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I ended up using Total crane trucks to get my...
I ended up using Total crane trucks to get my mill. The lathe buyer got their own transport. Thanks for lead Topari !
Cheers
Bill.