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    Multico M1 morticer manual

    I am based in Swords in Dublin, Ireland and have a grey version of the Multico M floor standing machine, c/w 3 chisels, 1/2, 3/8, 1/4 inch as well as a 1/8 to 5/8th chuck attachment. Its on a wheeled base. Anybody know what it might be valued at please? Thanks
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    Table saw choices.

    Depending on the voltage drop along the cable, it may blow a plug fuse or two on startup due the the peak inrush power surge. Being a direct drive rather than belt it may not be an issue, I just flagged it so that if it happens you know why. I changed my 13 Amp on a 3hp belt driven saw to a...
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    Table saw choices.

    The SIP one, at 3hp, may struggle on a 13 amp fuse at start up, especially if the cable run to workshop is not up to it.
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    What size hollow morticer chisel should I buy? Axm Hobby

    Morticing, like routing is something that is better done in smaller chunks. Just think about the manual effort required to chop out a 16mm wide mortice. If the sliding table and plunge lever are set up comfortably, you will be surprised how quickly you will get it done
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    Chuck & tapered shank has dropped out of my drill press

    Many thanks for this, its back and am back in business. I also see now how it can be removed, I have only had it since 1998 so time to learn.
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    Chuck & tapered shank has dropped out of my drill press

    What is the correct way to refit it please. Shank is tapered but smooth Its a SIP drill press, floor standing. Thank you
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    ear defenders

    +1 for Peltor. The brand is used by the aircraft folk in front of the jet engines:) You could explore the sound cancelling ones also: more expensive. However, quality ear and eye protection are invaluable. hearing damage is one way and creeps up on you
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    Spare parts for the TREND AIRACE Airace Half Mask

    Looking here on thier website looks like its possible: While it saysairvalve set I think it includes the rubber bit. http://www.trend-uk.com/product/ACE_4/3 ... _off_.html Ordered them online: painless. Am based in Ireland so when I call ed the UK she said I must deal with Irish supplier...
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    Spare parts for the TREND AIRACE Airace Half Mask

    I have two of these: http://www.amazon.co.uk/TREND-AIRACE-Ai ... uctDetails The grey bit that covers the face have perished in both so before i shell out another 50 euros each, I wonder can one source any replacement parts. Thanks
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    Instruction Manual of a Axminister Pop Riveting gun

    Thanks for all the input. Had a closer look today and got it to work. Its a nice item. Some questions re the tool if I may: Where is the torque regulator referred to in the scant literature I have? I tried a few trial pieces and in one case using plastic the head pulled through What is the best...
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    Instruction Manual of a Axminister Pop Riveting gun

    Thanks for the replies, the message went into spam so did'nt see till now. Let me try post a pic of all the kit in the box tomorrow
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    Instruction Manual of a Axminister Pop Riveting gun

    I bought this one in Nuneaton last week http://www.axminster.co.uk/axminster-r1 ... iveter-kit There were no instructions with it and what I got from them this morning is useless Just wonder if anyone has anything useful. Thanks ps just to add I bought this compressor also...
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    Flat Roof

    whats the plan for insulating the roof and then ventilation of the enclosed airspace? Rather than one long slope, perhaps make it a very flat A
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    How to get/manage sound on TV from a HDMI connected Mac PC

    On hols: there is a TV in apt with HDMI connections and I have the cable to connect DVI outlet from mac to TV. However, when playing DVD's on mac sound is only on mac speakers so quality and volume range is poor. I have my elderly parents in law with me: I can subtitle the words but not the...
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    Wanted S/H XP desktop computer now got one edit.

    Do u have the software or do you need both the pc and the xp? the reason I ask is that MS are getting more and more invasive about seeking out unlicensed XP via their use of a genuine xp validation check before some updates. Are the 3 service packs still available online if u just get the XP on...
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    Pocket Hole, Buscuit or Dowel Joint

    Just to add to the above: it depends on what tools u have if the project is because swmbo or similar has u under the kosh or if it is about skill learning it depends on whether the shelves are fixed or movable and what span. it depends on the thickness of materials. The projects that I have...
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    What is a digital motor?

    Bob, Given your knowledge on these matters the following link on DVR motors might be of interest. http://www.ipenz.org.nz/ipenz/Forms/pdfs/treNz5.pdf In passing what is interesting about this electronic stuff is how the Stuxnet software found, controlled and destroyed the target centrifuges...
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    Pillar Drill Accuracy - Do I need a new chuck?

    =D> On reflection I would probably chuck it in.
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    cedar decking

    accoya seems to be the in thing these days: google for it:)
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    Pillar Drill Accuracy - Do I need a new chuck?

    Unlightly but is there anything stuck up at the back of the jaws of the chuck stopping it from tightening evenly on the bit. When u tighten a bigish bit are the the 'grippers' protruding evenly from the chuck.
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