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18th Aug 2023, 10:07 PM
Thread: !/4"drive screw driver bits
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This brand was recommended to me in Total Tools. ...
This brand was recommended to me in Total Tools.
https://www.totaltools.com.au/135692-durum-screwdriver-bit-set-36pc-db903
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20th Oct 2022, 09:07 PM
Thread: Boiler plans
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That is quite some pressure. 8 bar = 116 psi....
That is quite some pressure. 8 bar = 116 psi.
You will also need an appropriate heat source as well as a water pump.
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11th Oct 2022, 08:23 PM
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The days of a plumber using a torch are few in...
The days of a plumber using a torch are few in number. However it is a useful skill to have when an unfortunate person manages to find a metal pipe with a nail, screw or drill.
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19th Jun 2022, 06:40 PM
Thread: 5" & 4" Angle grinders
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VIC 4" Ryobi angle grinder has now gone.
4" Ryobi angle grinder has now gone.
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12th Jun 2022, 07:40 PM
Thread: 5" & 4" Angle grinders
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VIC Hitachi angle grinder sold to Petip.
Hitachi angle grinder sold to Petip.
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12th Jun 2022, 07:36 PM
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In Victoria, at least, it is illegal to have a...
In Victoria, at least, it is illegal to have a load beyond the rear of a trailer.
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12th Jun 2022, 07:11 PM
Thread: 5" & 4" Angle grinders
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VIC 5" & 4" Angle grinders
5" or 125mm Hitachi angle grinder with case. $30 Sold
4" or 100mm Ryobi angle grinder with discs. (Not all shown) $20. Or buy the discs for $20 and get a free angle grinder.
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28th Jan 2022, 07:39 PM
Thread: welding cast iron
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Have a look at this video. It shows repairs to...
Have a look at this video. It shows repairs to castings of an engine that operated in Australia.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHCXMexB5B8
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12th Nov 2021, 07:10 PM
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You might be able to get a good battery at a...
You might be able to get a good battery at a cheaper price second hand.
Most of my batteries I have bought from Cash Converters. I bought one 5 Ah when it was incorrectly described as 3 Ah.
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25th Sep 2021, 08:44 PM
Thread: Mag wheel nut cactus ! How to get off?
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What ever method you use, I would suggest that...
What ever method you use, I would suggest that the other wheel nuts, or at least the adjoining ones are on and done up tight. This might relieve a fraction of tension on the problem nut.
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1st Aug 2021, 03:58 PM
Thread: Which diegrinder?.
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I do not use a die grinder often but recently...
I do not use a die grinder often but recently lashed out on this. https://www.totaltools.com.au/148422-milwaukee-12v-fuel-straight-die-grinder-skin-m12fdgs0 A bit bigger than an air operated grinder,...
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8th Mar 2021, 09:04 AM
Thread: Scorsby steam fest 2021
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Lots to see. Many items are indoors if it is...
Lots to see. Many items are indoors if it is raining.
Attached images of 1914 Case portable engine driving a stone crusher. Demonstration at 11:30 and perhaps other times of the day. -
17th Aug 2019, 01:10 PM
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The only Ozito tool I have is the "Dremel" type....
The only Ozito tool I have is the "Dremel" type. Bought for one job and then used on a few others to see if it was worth it.
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16th Aug 2019, 09:30 PM
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I needed to enlarge a lock strike opening and was...
I needed to enlarge a lock strike opening and was lucky to score a set of carbide burs, new from Cash Converters. Lashed out on an air die grinder with bits (3mm and 6mm) and was able to knock the...
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20th Jul 2019, 10:17 PM
Thread: Photos of some of my model engines
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A very good find with the "Popcorn" engine. If...
A very good find with the "Popcorn" engine.
If you are keen enough almost any thing is possible.
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22nd Apr 2019, 06:06 PM
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Michael G, getting any curves on the legs is...
Michael G, getting any curves on the legs is probably not critical, but that steam engine has reversing gear, and getting the curve on the reversing/expansion link is critical as there is a die block...
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22nd Apr 2019, 05:54 PM
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This is the opposite to an unsafe work practice. ...
This is the opposite to an unsafe work practice.
When American Restoration was being shown on Free to Air TV, it always struck me the leading guy, Rick Dale always wore safety glasses. Did not... -
7th Apr 2019, 08:56 PM
Thread: H&F Mini Lathe Vs Ebay
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How do they do it?
What caught my eye, was how can they send a 36kg mini lathe, selling for $ 525 from Sydney by Australia Post for free? It is too heavy / big for a post bag or envelope. What sort of protection is it...
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22nd Dec 2018, 06:46 PM
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Not sure of all the ins and outs, but when you...
Not sure of all the ins and outs, but when you change engines you could also be changing the capacity of the forklift. Your Load Plates will then be incorrect and could lead to an incident.
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6th Dec 2018, 08:52 PM
Thread: OT poppet steam valves
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Steam engines can depending on their design can...
Steam engines can depending on their design can have not only slide valves, but piston valves (inside or outside admission), rotary valve (Corliss valve engine where the valve rotates) or a poppet...
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5th Mar 2018, 07:42 PM
Thread: German machine warning
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Dummkopfen - from what I remember Dumm = dumb,...
Dummkopfen - from what I remember Dumm = dumb, kopfen is head. So dumb head.
Ist nicht = is not
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26th Dec 2017, 01:25 PM
Thread: Poor Utube examples for tool use
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Maybe it is not just U tube. I see a lot of...
Maybe it is not just U tube. I see a lot of second hand cordless angle grinders for sale with no guard. For me no guard equals unsafe and I do not proceed further.
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28th Nov 2017, 11:12 AM
Thread: Shims ... Why ?
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I also see shims used to creat the correct...
I also see shims used to creat the correct clearance in split bearings. It also allows a bit of adjustment for wear.
Steam engines are a good example where you might find them. -
17th Apr 2017, 03:24 PM
Thread: Is this paint any good..
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In my case, it was the client who supplied the...
In my case, it was the client who supplied the paint so I did not get any choice.
After second coat it looked much better.
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15th Apr 2017, 06:10 PM
Thread: Is this paint any good..
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I know this thread is old but I was given a can...
I know this thread is old but I was given a can of Deco Metal Care Paint for a gate.
Put the first coat on today. Found that I had to really stir it, and then at first it was as thin as in pigment.... -
30th Sep 2016, 06:52 PM
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How about a hole through the pipe, but clear of...
How about a hole through the pipe, but clear of the shaft, and then fit a solid bit of round bar through the holes. Basically a tube, or box spanner.
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23rd Aug 2015, 07:37 PM
Thread: DIY Run flat trolley wheels.
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There is a solution but I do not know of the cost...
There is a solution but I do not know of the cost or how you would go about it for a trolley.
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18th Jul 2015, 05:27 PM
Thread: ANNOUNCEMENT/POLL - metalworkforums.com
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Sticky: Poll: Question
Out of curiosity, what happens to the Hand Tools & Machinery?
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17th Jul 2015, 06:40 PM
Thread: ANNOUNCEMENT/POLL - metalworkforums.com
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Sticky: Poll: On Woodwork Forums I would not expect to find too...
On Woodwork Forums I would not expect to find too much of metal work so a split has a lot of merit.
With regards to Renovate Forums I still look at it occasionally, but as with any forum the... -
2nd May 2015, 07:57 PM
Thread: Squirrels on strike???
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Thank you for keeping us up to date. Please...
Thank you for keeping us up to date.
Please give us a shiny Green button to hit so the forum keeps up to speed. :D -
28th Apr 2015, 08:53 PM
Thread: Squirrels on strike???
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:2tsup: Back up and running. Now to try and...
:2tsup:
Back up and running. Now to try and catch up.
Thank you to one and all for fixing the problems and the Squirrels.
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26th Apr 2015, 05:58 PM
Thread: Squirrels on strike???
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I am also having problems.Message I receive is...
I am also having problems.Message I receive is "This Webpage is not available".Had trouble about noon and now. If it means anything I get the same message when trying to get on Renovateforums.com
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22nd Aug 2014, 07:16 PM
Thread: Geographic searching for help/members
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Nothing to lose by trying.
Nothing to lose by trying.
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29th Jun 2013, 08:40 PM
Thread: Restoring a Weir boiler feed pump
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Would make an interesting incident report if...
Would make an interesting incident report if worker had a panic attack due to alarm and was then unable to leave the boiler. It can be tight enough going through manhole (sorry, should be person...
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4th May 2013, 07:12 AM
Thread: Restoring a Weir boiler feed pump
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Using "Weir" Working instructions publication...
Using "Weir" Working instructions publication 42/6 from May 1947, Standard Specification,
"Rod - For pumps 4" x 12" and under, in one piece of rolled naval brass; for Pumps 5" x 12", in one piece of... -
2nd May 2013, 09:40 PM
Thread: Restoring a Weir boiler feed pump
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I have just come across this thread and have had...
I have just come across this thread and have had a quick read of it.
I last operated a weir pump in December 2005 when the boilerhouse I was working in ceased operating. The boilerhouse only had... -
28th Aug 2011, 12:09 PM
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Not sure what you are interested in but you could...
Not sure what you are interested in but you could try visiting ScienceWorks, part of Museum Victoria in Spotswood or Melbourne Steam and Traction Engine Club on Ferntree Gully Road, Scoresby....
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14th Jun 2011, 11:12 PM
Thread: Air receiver explodes
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How often would the relief valve be floated or...
How often would the relief valve be floated or eased by hand? Probably never. What happens when the valve sticks to its seat?
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30th May 2011, 11:52 PM
Thread: How to turn a Locomotive.
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Good to see some details of frame and cylinders...
Good to see some details of frame and cylinders that one does not normally see. I have seen the underside of NAs and G42. Good scale to work on 1000mm:1M, just that everything is heavy.
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26th May 2011, 07:34 PM
Thread: Wanting to Weld - Totally Confused
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If you have not done any welding before do a...
If you have not done any welding before do a short coarse at a TAFE or simlar. They should be able to teach you the basics and safety and what to buy.
I did a coarse over twenty years ago but do not...