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I need drill bits with the capacity to drill 3.5mm x 120mm and 4.0mm x 120mm holes. Could someone point me to a reliable source please? Thank you, Brendan.

I read the other thread with interest because one of these things could maybe be a good Christmas present for my wife who is a voracious reader. However, there's one problem, I haven't a clue about them so could you give me some advice as to make, model etc because I looked on Amazon and didn't...

Have any of you used one of those motion detectors that activates a water spray when a cat comes within range? I am trying to keep our two cats (a moment of insanity when my wife said "Yes please" to the offer of kittens) off my raised vegetable beds and I don't want to use a sonic type alarm...

When I was in Sandwich at Easter I visited St. Mary's Church and was intrigued by an unusual grave embellishment. I have tried to find more about the graves but have had no joy. Would anyone have any idea of the purpose of these forms? They are made with two pieces of cast concrete and are on...

I was cutting planks on the SCMS yesterday and when I squeezed the start button the saw reached high speed and immediately ran to a stop and is now dead. I checked the fuse and wall socket and they were OK. It's a Fox saw and has been great until now. Any ideas please? I don't want to go...

I just got an update from Lidl and they are doing a scrollsaw on Thursday. It looks the same as the SIP, Axi etc and has variable speed, quick change, all the same features and a cast aluminium table. It will cost £49.99 with 3 year guarantee. Has anyone got one or any reports on how good...

I am going to Kent at Easter to see my son and daughter who both work there. I will be based at my daughter's in Sandwich but will also be at my son's place in Shorne, near Gravesend, at some stage. Now, I know there are going to be trips organised to see 'things' but there is also a girlie...

Tonight's dinner was an experiment. Chicken & Leek Pie Easy – made it up as I went along. Serves 4-6 hungry adults. Pint White Sauce 5oz Cheddar Cheese grated Cayenne Pepper 6 Leeks washed and sliced 3 Chicken Breasts cubed Mashed Potatoes 1 Egg Milk Butter Melted Butter Base – make a pint...

I did an experiment today and it worked out fine. Easy. 1lb White Fish - cubed (I used those frozen blocks and softened in microwave) 1 Can condensed Mushroom Soup 1 Red Pepper - chopped/sliced 4oz Frozen Peas 1/2 Teaspoon Paprika (or more to taste) Boiled Sliced Potatoes Some melted butter...

Hi, I'm going to get a scrollsaw but I have one question that I can't quite work out. Is it possible to get a footswitch to go with the SIP saw and, if so, where or how? Thanks for you time, Brendan

...I decided, last night, to just have a wee peep into the Scroll saw forum to see what it was all about - and ended up watching related videos on YouTube until 4.00am. Well, now I want a scroll saw. I did some searching here and decided the SIP would do my job well but then, today, the Record...

Got a problem. I noticed damp in a corner of my bedroom. When I moved wardrobes etc I discovered a triangle of damp from near the ceiling to the floor in one corner and it extends about 15' along the (external) wall to a height of about 3'. Background - old cottage style bungalow built 1922...

I didn't want to mess up the Secret Santa thread so... I saw some really lovely wooden screw clamps in the SS posts and would like to buy a couple, but where please? I've tried Axi and Rutlands, Axi had none and I didn't know if the quality was there in the Rutlands clamps. My main use will be...

I was looking at the Secret Santa thread (you guys are very kind to each other) and saw 'dobbing sticks'. I tried a search on the www but had no joy. What are they for please? Brendan

This might be a 'yes/no' answer. I have a Jet1442 with a Reeves drive. Is is possible to convert this machine to true variable speed? Thanks, Brendan

I was looking at one of these today, seem like good value and I was assured they do a good job. any opinions please? http://www.poolewood.co.uk/acatalog/Dus ... 0_842.html

Hi guys, Tomorrow Lidl(NI) are doing a vacuum cleaner powered ash collector for £19.99 that could easily be converted to a large drop-box. I've noticed that Lidl sometimes vary their offers regionally but most times they are the same so it might be worth a look. Here's the main site where you...

Warco 6016 16in bandsaw. http://www.warco.co.uk/16--Woodcutting- ... 1C928.aspx Any good? I am about to buy a Record BS350S but spotted this advertised in 'Woodturning' magazine. Searches brought up little of help so I was wondering if any of you folk had experience with it. Thanks, Brendan

Hi Guys, In the last day or two someone linked a thread to a picture of Wizer's toolbox so I opened it and drooled...copiously! Today I had a turning chum here and, while I was recommending this forum, I remembered the picture of Wizer's toolbox and tried to describe it but words would never...

I am seriously considering the SIP01332 10" Cast Iron Table Saw but cannot find out if it has an induction motor. Anyone help please? Thanks, Brendan[/b]