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    Pebeco blade problems

    Hi, Is anyone else finding the Pebeco blades not lasting and snapping very easily? Having used them for years the quality over the last 18months seems to have really dipped. Cuts that would previously take 1-2 blades can be taking upto 12!! Saw is exactly the same and so is tension I have old...
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    Draw-bar recommendations, anyone use one?

    Hi, Wondering if anyone uses a draw-bar for a Jacob's chuck or for a collet chuck and if they found any improvement in keep the chuck seated and inline. Also anyone have any details on where to find one or is it a DIY job? Have seen one at Peter Child's website but that's it! Cheers
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    Using veneers for woodturning projects

    Hi, Have just acquired a few leaves of nice figured and burr veneers I was wondering if anyone had use any for turning projects? I've seen them used as layers in segmenting, but these are too nice for a 1mm separation layer. I'd like a full view of the veneer rather than just a thin edge. I...
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    Veneering & Box-Making Books

    Hi, Looking for some recommendations of books, or DVD /websites for info on Box-Making and for info on Veneering. Pretty much from beginner level, have done a fair amount of turning but not any cabinet work or veneering. Just something I'm interested in looking into and thought a nice book...
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    Where to get 0.2 or 0.5 micron filters from? For cyclone!

    Hi, I'm looking to build a cyclone system, can get the cyclone, the collection drum and the can get a higher power chip extractor for the motor and impellor/housing. But need to source a large cartridge style filter for the exhaust? I've seen 5 micron ones for sale as upgrades to the 30 micron...
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    What everyone think of the new Axminster lathes?

    Hi, Just had a look at the new catalogue and there's a couple of changes and a new addition, that looks tempting! http://www.axminster.co.uk/axminster-tr ... rod887234/ Looks interesting with the lower bed extension for increased diameter turnings
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    Wood I.D - Confusing one!

    Hi, Had this wood in stores for about 10 years, and was from a garage where it had been stored 50+ years before that! Has a interlocking grain, like Iroko - Sapele. But doesn't have the yellow-green colouring of Iroko, more orange. Also a lot heavier and less dusty than Iroko. Also isn't like...
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    Looks like a great saving at Axminster

    Just saw this on their website http://www.axminster.co.uk/jet-jet-4224 ... prod20398/ Makes the top of the range Jet lathe cheaper than the next model down!
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    Running a 60Hz 3600RPM motor on UK power?

    Hi, I'm looking at running an extractor that has a US 3Hp 3-Phase motor, its specs are all stated running at 3600rpm do 60Hz. I don't really want to run at 3000rpm/50Hz as I fear the specs would drop too much (dust extractor), whats the best way/ cheapest way to run the motor at the correct...
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    Grinding Oval Skews on the ProEdge?

    Hi, Is it possible to get the original profile of the Sorby Oval Skews on the ProEdge? I've tried with the triangle shaped table guide and at the proposed angle on the adjustable table, but the grind doesn't seem to be anywhere near as long as the original profile? Also any tips on holding it...
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    Looking for Diamond Spares!

    Hi, Does anyone know where there might be some Diamond FretSaw spares available? Mainly looking for the blade holder bracket, the piece with two securing wingnuts and then bends down for the blade securing screws. Mines in two pieces, and it was my last one!! Any ideas, I'll be glad to hear...
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    Where to get a Filter for my extractor? Fine Filter

    Hi, Looking at possible doing a cyclone extractor build, and wondering what sort of place you could get filters from? I'm guessing the canister type ones? Needs to be suitable for fine dust, as will be used for a Drum Sander and MDF. I'm guessing below 0.5 micron or down at 0.2 micron if...
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    Going from a straight bevel to a fingernail on a proedge!

    Hi, I've got a Sorby Proedge and fancied regrinding a few bowl gouges to have a go with a fingernail profile as all of mine are standard angle and straight! I've put the 60 grit belt in, an left the arm as per Sorby settings. The middle and 75% of the wings look OK, but I can get the top edge...
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    Wood I.D PLease!

    Hi, I've been given two Hardwood exterior doors that were about to be firewood. On chopping them up thought they might be Mahogany or Sapele but didn't really feel heavy enough. Put through the planer and I'm not 100% sure what they are! Have the colouring of mahogany but have a really papery...
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    Will Nova Jaws fit an Axminster SP chuck?

    Hi, Quick question, will Nova jaws fit me Axminster Super Precision Chuck? Or is there some sort of mounting plates that can be bought for them to fit?! Cheers
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    Source for Birch, Holly, Rowan or Willow??

    Hi, Looking for some of these timbers. Birch, Rowan, Holly, Willow. Does anyone know any wood-yards that have them, dry!! Found them in small logs but no good for making any flatwork out of!! Cheers
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    Table lamp fittings?

    Hi, Does anyone know of any suppliers of lamp fittings that aren't plastic or brass coloured? There must be some that are stainless stell or chrome at least? I know Axminster have the plastic and brass parts, but don't do any variations! Also they don't seem to do screw in only bayonet...
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    Suppliers of 100mm or 150mm ducting?

    Does anyone know of any suppliers of 100mm or 150mm ducting? Looking for the SpiraDuct metal type or some of the flex hose! Just wondering if anyone had any cheaper supplies as a ducted system seems to be adding up to a costly adventure! PHIL
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    Anyome on here get the bargain Wivamac on eBay?

    A very nice Wivamac DB1000 with 2hp motor and Vario drive went on ebay last night, was bidding but went beyond my funds! Still a great looking lathe for the cash though!
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    Does anyone have any reviews on the Axminster Cyclones?

    Hi, Been looking around for Cyclone type extractors, and found the ClarVue,Oneida and usual American ones and they all have a fair amount of info on them. The axminster ones seem to have no reviews or thoughts on any forums! Has anyone got any experince or has any reviews on either of the two...
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