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Hi, my kitchen lights have suddenly stopped working, it’s not the bulbs and the fuse hasn’t tripped. I live in a fair remote part of Cornwall and can’t get an electrician to look at it. I’d be grateful for any suggestions as to what might be the cause, I’d really like to have the lights working...

Hi folks, I need to replace the blade in my Makita track saw, does anyone have a recommendation s, either great blades or ones to avoid? it’s for all round ripping (solid woods / ply). thanks, Mike

Hi, I have inherited some carving chisels, currently jumbled in a box. I’d like to get a tool roll to provide protection for edges, and from rust, and for ease of use. I’ve seen nice leather ones but they were expensive, also very cheap ones which may be questionable ref real value for money...

Hi, we are getting a pre built 20’x10’ shed in the new year (for my wife’s crafting activities). It’ll have a 75mm deep frame which we want to insulate and board over. What are the best , and most economical ways , Of doing this? All suggestions welcomed! Ps we are in Cornwall so access to some...

Hi, I need a pair of good quality, adjustable (as I have a big head!) ear defenders , not primarily for the workshop, but more to cancel out the noise of the TV so I can read when others are watching some dross or other. They’ll get occasional workshop use when the need arises. Are there any...

Hi, my Tormek has been idle for many months ( house move and stuff getting in the way). I went to use it today and whilst the motor ran the wheels didn’t turn, I tried manually to help them along and they turned but the motor still wouldn’t move them. Any suggestions as to what might be wrong...

I recently saw a bit of advice regarding countersinking your holes for screws. It advised to countersink first and drill your hole afterwards to avoid the ragged finish. I tried that today and what a difference! You UK Workshoppers probably all know this already but i thought I’d pass on my...

Hi, I believe these to be lathe related but not sure exactly what and how used, can you help identify them and their purpose?

Hi, does anyone know what the different ratchet brace sweep sizes were? I have a brace with a 10” sweep but would like one with a smaller diameter seep. can anyone help? cheers, Mike.

Now I’d seen these advertised and thought “they look nice, but there’s no way I’m shelling out that much for a pencil sharpener!”. Then, Xmas morning, my wife presents me with one! So excitedly, I read instructions and start using it only to find I keep breaking the pencil lead. I thought I...

Hi, we are looking to replace our ceramic hob range cooker with one that has an induction hob. Does anyone know if the wiring (to the fuse box) that’s worked fine for the ceramic would be adequate for the induction? Thanks.

Hi, I need to replace part of a carport roof due to water ingress through mineral felt. There are 8x4 sheets of some ply type material currently, What suggestions for reasonable quality and cost would you suggest, I’ll be refelting too. Thanks Mike.

Hi, I’m shortly moving from Hampshire to Cornwall and will need a new shed / workshop. Unfortunately due to disability I am unable to build my own, I previously had a 12’ x12’ and am looking to get a 20’x12’ this time, does anyone have any recommendations for suppliers down that way esp. any...

Can anyone tell me the size of the Axminster holdfast?, is it the same size (diameter) as the Record 145 or 146... Or different altogether? Thanks, Mike

Hi, I have a Record 778 rebate plane that is missing the nicker and screw, does anyone have a spare for sale or know where I can find one? Thanks, Mike

Hi, iIm new to turning and have encountered an early problem. I bought a 2nd hand m900 lathe that works fine and invested in a Supernova chuck which is also great. I recently bought a 4" faceplate that screwed nicely onto the headstock , only thing is that anything more than about 6 " knocks...

Hello UKWrs, Im after a bit of advice... I need to replace part of the nearside waistrail on my Morris Traveller this summer, I need to cut out the rot and scarf in a new piece of ash. Im a bit concernened about getting an exact fit - here is the offending article: The actual rot is at the...

Hello to all of you woodworky folks, I have around 100 woodwork mags, (Practical WW'ing / Traditional WW'ing / Furniture and Cabinetmaking etc etc) from around 2004 / 5 which are all surplus to requirments and need to go. Theyre all in pretty good nick (although I think a few - and that is a...

Hi - Ive not been around for a while - been a bit busy with the day job and parenting... Anyhow, Ive got myself a new car and need some advice on a restoration problem. And before you think "What is this post doing here - we not a motor vehicle forum :? " Well my new car is a 1967 Morris Minor...

Hi, Im (very very very :D :D :D ) pleased to say that Ive just bought a 1967 Morris Traveller. The wood frame is rotten in a couple of places and I will need to scarf in some new timber. Does anyone have any details of a timber merchant who can supply well seasoned straight graned ash?. I...