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Does anyone know of a source for replacement blades for a Record no.071 - just picked one up on fleabay minus this item - well at least I wont cut myself :lol: Cheers :D Tony

Bit late now as I have stuck my frame together but I realised that the glue I was using (Titebond Original) was an old bottle that should have been disposed of some time ago. It is probably about 2+ years old. :oops: Anyway the frame does seem to be Ok as far as I can tell so far! It got me...

I have recently been using a Ferm biscuit jointer to put together some frames. This is a machine I bought some years ago on impulse (it was only £30 :D ) and has not been used very much until recently. I noticed that the biscuits just dropped into the slot requiring no help from me. On...

After spending a couple of hours making a small cupboard door frame (nothing fancy, just butted and biscuit jointed :lol: ) and struggling a little with slightly differing thickness and slightly warped timber I thought that a portable thicknesser would be a good idea for future jobs. Trying...

Feeling the urge to spend a little money on a new circular saw to replace my ageing Bosch (limited cutting depth). I have been looking at something like the Hitachi C7BU2 Here. At first look it does seem to offer a reasonable spec. Power input 1200w, max cutting depth 66mm and lowish weight of...

I am looking for advice/opinions about 35mm negative film scanning as an option instead of buying a new DSLR. Currently I use a Fuji Finepix E550 compact which is IMO pretty good for most 'holiday snaps' but is somewhat limited in features, flexibility and functionality compared to my 35mm...

For those of you using Internet Explorer there seems to be yet another security flaw. Quote Internet Explorer security flaw could also be exploited by criminals seeking to steal people's bank details, private data and identities. "That's a big fear right now," said Paul Ferguson of Trend Micro...

Just seen this from Marc Liron a MVP (Microsoft Most Valuable Professional) I think it should be taken very seriously by Windows users. Have a look at the link then download the update for your system and reboot http://www.marctalkstech.com/october-update-2008.html Cheers :D Tony p.s. Stop...

I need to replace my old cantilever garage doors (very poorly fitted with loads of daylight seen all around and quite heavy to move!) and have been looking on the web for insulated sectional types - possibly with the added luxury of automated opening. There seems to be a vast choice with...

I recently received an email from a company shown as SLP Ltd containing a zip attachment said to be a revised contract the wording: "We have prepared a contract and added the paragraphs that you wanted to see in it. Our lawyers made alterations on the last page. If you agree with all the...

I have a small Japanese Acer (palmatum, I think) which was planted by me about 8 years ago. It is approximately 5ft high now with multiple trunk system. Up until now we have always enjoyed a full display of foliage every year with no problems seen. This year leaves have only appeared on...

A few days ago decided that I had had enough of creaking flooring in upstairs bedrooms. As the first bedroom was due to be re decorated and have new carpet I took the opportunity to fix the chipboard flooring using Spax screws leaving the existing nails in place. In spite of using one of...

I am looking for some wardrobe/cupboard knobs to replace existing ones for my daughter as per the picture below. While it is easy to get a set including latch mechanism what I need are single knobs that are fixed via a single bolt through the door. I have searched google and cannot find...

I am looking to buy my first drill press (probably bench type) soon and would welcome the suggestions from the more experienced on this forum. So far have seen the budget offerings of the DIY stores and must say not impressed by the quality and came away with the distinct impression that...

Is it just me or does anyone else get annoyed about spam on this and other forums? Just logged on and found a new member "clothes" posting spam. The little jerk has made 33 posts so far!! I know that the mods will remove the offending items soon, but should we just ignore it in the meantime...

I have just acquired a Record No 5 1/2 which just needs a bit of a clean up. I am not familiar with the Stay Set type and on dismantling the plane I noticed that the two pieces of the cap iron have a hole but no pin to locate them. Am I correct in assuming that there should be a pin to...

I know that there are a number of forum members using Apple MAC. Today I received an email from IT pro relating to a new Tojan. Thought I should pass on the info: Hackers prey on Leopard Mac users face an onslaught of targeted malware through forums and pornography sites that can remain...

I have been considering adding a shoulder plane to my collection. Thinking that a good quality secondhand tool should save me money I have been looking on the bay. I must say that I have been suprised at the prices here - recent examples Record 311 at nearly £70 and £90 for a Record 073. I...

I have been doing a lot of work recently on my daughters house including electrics, painting and decorating etc etc (these are my excuses for what follows :D ) . One job was to lay laminate flooring to the downstairs and box in some central heating pipes that had been run on top of the existing...

I have a number of 35mm negatives and transparencies that I wish to save in digital format. I was thinking of sorting them out and possibly sending some away to a pro lab. Spotted this recently and was wondering has anyone had any experience of this type of film scanner and if it is worthwhile...