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Not really model engineering related but I suspect someone here may have the expertise or have come across this: In modern motorhomes/caravans, the LPG regulators are mounted on the vehicle, rather...
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Paint for cast iron gutters - Hammerite smooth?
I've recently replaced the one 6m length of PVC gutter bodge on the house with cast iron to match everything else (a slightly tough job, single handed; where are the off-spring when you need them?)...
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Where to get brass BSW screws?
I need some 3/16 BSW brass, raised head, countersunk screws, either 7/32" or 1/2" long. Can anyone suggest a supplier?
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MT2 Jacot Drum?
Anyone have one for sale?
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soft vice jaws
Are "soft" vice jaws generally hardenable? If so how would one go about hardening them? Thanks, Peter Fairbrother
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Is there a special name for...
I'm trying to solve a problem. One possible solution involves using Aluminium section but it needs to be of a particular type. Imagine a rectangular section, perhaps 15mm long side, 10 mm short side....
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The Great Model Railway Challenge
Watching this serial on Channel 5, the baseboards seem to be constructed from a wooden "meccano" set. Any information on the product, please?
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Filter success
This is to let this newsgroup know I have successfully set up a filter in Thunderbird to eliminate all messages from a certain crazy spammer who who insists on cross posting to many newsgroups from...
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Midlands Model Engineering Exhibition
Car park very full today and long delay at the roadworks just before Stow-on-the-Wold. The excellent full breakfast available until 11AM is to be recommended!
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Re: Paging Brian Reay !!!
G is for galoot.
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Sheet Roll bending machine
Found a few surplus bits of 20mm round linear rail and thought I'd have a go at building a sheet roll-bending machine. It's for light ally. Had a look, and there seems to be several roll placement and...
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reamer question
I have to cut some 22mm diameter pockets for bearings. They have to be a fixed to press fit fit, ie not moving around any under load but still separable with a puller or a mallet. Normally I'd cut...
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Centec Milling Machine Forum
Since Yahoo changed, the Centec Forum seems to have died. I know there are other Centec owners on this group and I wondered if they have any idea of what is happening to the Forum? John H
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shop air quick connects
Just got some air tools, I think I should only use one type of quick connector if possible throughout the workshop. So, which is better, vertex/pcl or euro? Price isn't a factor with the small number...
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welding indoors
I want to do some welding indoors, stick and TIG, and want to build a welding station. I have slightly dicky lungs, and need clean air. Has anyone used a downdraught station? eg Looks good, but I...
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