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I think the screw is the right one but can't say for sure. It goes in about 1/4 inch before binding, which is more than a few turns. The parts of the threads that were seized together are acually very clean. The other parts have the lightest film of gunk/oxidation which is what I wondered if...

Thanks guys I have now got the screw out, the penetrating spray did the trick. However I now have another problem. I need to wind the screw further into the hole if you get my drift as the lever cap is too loose and doesn't hold the blade firmly enough. After a quick clean up and putting the...

Hi I have a Stanley 4.5 which is about 100 years old. The lever cap screw is seized in the frog and wont turn either way. I have some penetrating spray, is this the way forward to releasing it or is there a better way. As you can imagine I am more than a little nervous about breaking...

As I suspected Alan, thanks. I'll use the polystyrene elsewhere and use something else near the wires Mark

I seem to remember reading (not sure if here or elsewhere) that you shouldn't have electric wires up against polystyrene insulation. Something to do with the plastic around the wire melting I think?? Having spoke to an electrician who wired my shed last week he said there was no problem, "if...

Legally you must exchange the following Drivers names and addresses Vehicle registration numbers Name and adresses of the vehicle owners if these are not the same as the drivers There is nothing to stop you exchanging other details if you so wish such as insurers details and phone numbers if...

Q1 What are the advantages and disadvantages of using thin kerf blades? I see the likes of Freud often do the same blade in both thin and standard types. Obviously the thin kerf removes less wood and possibly puts less strain on the motor, are there any disadvantages? What do you all use...

Thanks for all the info. I will definitely be fitting in a trip to Rockler in Cambridge, and seeing what else fits my schedule. Mark

As per my thread on the other forum, I'm having a few days break here early next month. Got 4 days. Any recommendations of what to see and do? Thanks Mark

Hi all I'm going over there early next month. Anyone know of any worth a visit. I'm after some blades for the table saw (mines got a 5/8 inch arbour so no probs there) and maybe some impulse purchases. On the subject of saw blades what would you recommend from the american market. 10 inch...

Hi Maybe you could PM me with what you want for it Cheers Mark

Hi Anyone know if there are any companies in the UK selling these yet? If not, anyone imported one from Osbourne recently and can share their experience. Cheers Mark (I don't want to start a discussion on the merits of Incra vs Osbourne)

To increase the strength get them to add fibreglass to the mix. It comes in thin whispy strands, abit like hair. Costs next to nothing and does away with the need for any mesh and the hassle of getting it into your cellar. My workshop slab has them and no mesh and I am very pleased with the...

Hi "Oldman" That looks good What brand did you use for the felt and adhesive and where did you get it from if you don't mind me asking? Mark

thanks bob

9fingers/bob From your explanation, I can see you know exactly what I am describing. Yes I am intending to do it with the cold bitumin system. Am I right in thinking then that after nailing it felt side into the edge, then bend it up to bring it felt side out and create the overhang, I need...

Shultzy, The ones I have seen seem to have had the edges done separately to the main top area. They have a small piece of felt carefully folded up and overlapped to the top, with a separate large sheet(s) on the main flat surface. It really does look professional as all the cut edges are...

Hi all Currently building a new shed and want it to look good quality. It is going to have fairly shallow pitch (probably 22.5 degrees), ridge down the middle so falls away on 2 sides. Having looked around the neighborhood I see on some sheds that a far more professional job has been done...

Hi Tingles are the strips of metal used to fix slipped slates back to the battens. Does anyone know if I can buy these ready made, using google I can't seem to find any. If not I would prefer to make them from copper rather than lead. Where can I buy a small amount of thin copper sheet to...

Don't get me started on altimeters. On the aircraft at work the light in the standby altimeter went the other day. The standby altimeter itself works fine, just need a torch to see it at night. The CAA give you 3 days to fix it. If the actual standby altimeter itself stops working (ie you...