Why is it...

[MattF]

that you can be looking out for something for yonks, with no luck, but then when circumstance & distance is against you, one of the buggers crops up?

https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/kismet-vintage-antique-air-compressor-old-collectable-working/173276815624

A smaller version of my large Kismet unit. If it wasn't for the distance, I might still be tempted, even though I'm supposed to be getting shut of stuff now, and not collecting more.

 

[God mode restorations]

that you can be looking out for something for yonks, with no luck, but then when circumstance & distance is against you, one of the buggers crops up?

https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/kismet-vintage-antique-air-compressor-old-collectable-working/173276815624

A smaller version of my large Kismet unit. If it wasn't for the distance, I might still be tempted, even though I'm supposed to be getting shut of stuff now, and not collecting more.

It's always the way mate. When I am looking for something and have the money I can't find one. Then when your so skint and couldn't go on a world cruise if it cost a pound ya guarantee there be loads

 

[MattF]

Fate has a warped/sick sense of humour, doesn't it.

 

[slim_boy_fat]

that you can be looking out for something for yonks, with no luck, but then when circumstance & distance is against you, one of the buggers crops up?

https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/kismet-vintage-antique-air-compressor-old-collectable-working/173276815624

A smaller version of my large Kismet unit. If it wasn't for the distance, I might still be tempted, even though I'm supposed to be getting shut of stuff now, and not collecting more.

Road trip!!

 

[WorkshopChris]

Its the same thing i find as well, being self employed when i have the time for a project i never have the money, then when i have the money i never have time.

 

[armalites]

@MattF

I could probably collect it if needed, I go to Gloucester on a regular basis

Assuming the handle unbolts that is

 

[eLuSiVeMiTe]

Its the same thing i find as well, being self employed when i have the time for a project i never have the money, then when i have the money i never have time.

This. My cnc project has stalled through lack of funds not that I have much time spare lol.
I end up collecting materials for projects for the rare occasion I have time.

 

[aguycalledsteve]

It's always the same. Currently on the look out for a Pillar drill and a Hydraulic Press. Any decent ones locally to me are greedy folk asking silly money and all the bargains are in Scotland or Cornwall.

 

[slim_boy_fat]

and all the bargains are in Scotland

News to me....

 

[MattF]

@MattF

I could probably collect it if needed, I go to Gloucester on a regular basis

Assuming the handle unbolts that is

Cheers. Appreciated. Making the temptation even stronger. Regarding the handle, worst case scenario, nowt a hacksaw or grinder wouldn't sort.

Just trying to decide whether it's worth me getting another project, with current circumstances being what they are. Temptation is strong, but common sense is telling me not to do it.

 

[Jlg]

that you can be looking out for something for yonks, with no luck, but then when circumstance & distance is against you, one of the buggers crops up?

https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/kismet-vintage-antique-air-compressor-old-collectable-working/173276815624

A smaller version of my large Kismet unit. If it wasn't for the distance, I might still be tempted, even though I'm supposed to be getting shut of stuff now, and not collecting more.

Just happened to me yesterday funds not the problem though it's the 8 hour round trip that is

 

[God mode restorations]

Cheers. Appreciated. Making the temptation even stronger. Regarding the handle, worst case scenario, nowt a hacksaw or grinder wouldn't sort.

Just trying to decide whether it's worth me getting another project, with current circumstances being what they are. Temptation is strong, but common sense is telling me not to do it.

Do it. It make ya feel better

 

[Chillitt]

i could pick it up, once I've fixed the van and get it to Nottingham. This worked well with the lathe. I could bring the lathe too..

 

[carbon]

More than happy to collect for you as often get to gloucester but not able to next week due to other work commitments. Also don’t travel much above worcester unfortunately.

Should have said I’m not far from junction 14 M5

 

[armalites]

Cheers. Appreciated. Making the temptation even stronger. Regarding the handle, worst case scenario, nowt a hacksaw or grinder wouldn't sort.

Just trying to decide whether it's worth me getting another project, with current circumstances being what they are. Temptation is strong, but common sense is telling me not to do it.

No bids

I have no issues with space and it could go in a shed until you needed it/sorted yourself out

 

[MattF]

Bugger. Nipped to wire the immersion heater up, (whilst the listing had a hour or so to spare), thinking it would only be a ten minute job, and you can likely guess the rest.

 

[MattF]

Truly appreciate all the offers of help btw. Thanks chaps.

 

[MattF]

Do it. It make ya feel better

It would, temporarily, but then I'd probably start wondering/worrying where I could store it. Between a rock & a hard place at the moment, until I get something/somewhere sorted.

 

[God mode restorations]

It would, temporarily, but then I'd probably start wondering/worrying where I could store it. Between a rock & a hard place at the moment, until I get something/somewhere sorted.

I hear ya mate. Lots of help here if you need .

 

[MattF]

Cheers.