Today I acquired...........

[Puglet1]

You need two new wicks, yours are rotten.

you need a new glass chimney.

Best fuel is any good lamp oil.

Clean the metal up the normal way.

The remove the wicks, unscrews the wick holder, soak in warm soapy water and GENTLY work out.

Thank you for your help and advice. Does normal “way mean” Brasso, Duraglit, or other?

 

[roblane65]

Picked the new M12 ROS from TS that I was badgered int buying by another member on here

finally after three attempts the correct fly wheel removal tool for my stupid thing


yes I could have used a couple of pry things and a hammer but knowing my luck I would have just broke the casing . but it now means I can fit the the new starter bendix and bushes I've had for weeks

more news on the my stupid thing later

 

[The_Yellow_Ardvark]

Thank you for your help and advice. Does normal “way mean” Brasso, Duraglit, or other?

Wash the metal with hot water and washing powder, dry well then a metal polish will bring it up.

 

[Craig-SM]

Picked the new M12 ROS from TS that I was badgered int buying by another member on here
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Badgered? That’s a stretch but if the wife asks I had incriminating info on you and blackmailed you into buying it and your next couple of purchases

 

[roblane65]

Well to be honest I hadn't even thought of one till you sowed the seed and then when you dropped in the " special price " that sealed it so it's well and truly on your shoulders just falls nicely into the things I didn't know I needed category

 

[Puglet1]

Wash the metal with hot water and washing powder, dry well then a metal polish will bring it up.

Once again. Thank you for your help.

 

[Onoff]

My lad just got this from his work's Secret Santa:

 

[Wedg1e]

Any idea how to clean this up and what type of oil do I need to buy ?


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Ah now that reminds me of the story of Paddy, who was meandering down the road home from the pub when he happened upon a leprechaun having a Jimmy Riddle in a hedge.
Ah bijasus, spake the little fella, you've caught me so you have [apologies to any actual leprechauns, or indeed people of the Eirean persuasion]... that means you can have three wishes.
Is that so?, slurred Paddy.
Aye it is indeed, said the leprechaun as he shook three times and zipped up. It's part of the rules so it is.
In dat case, oi'll be having a bottle of whiskey... that's never empty!
Ah go on.... said the leprechaun, doing his best Mrs. Doyle... is that the best you can come up with?
Yes... yes... a never-ending bottle of whiskey is what oi'll be havin', said Paddy.
There was a puff (not a poof, or a pouffe) and a flash and Paddy was holding a bottle of Powers.
Feargal me, he said, pulled the cork and took a long swig. He put the cork back and immediately the bottle filled back up.
Dat's f***ing amazing!, shouted Paddy.
The leprechaun smiled. Oi told you so. Now what else can I do for ye?
Paddy didn't hesitate.
Oi'll have two more o'those!

 

[Mart63]

Unless you have nothing, not paying just means the fine just gets bigger and bigger.
The ULEZ cameras used to get spray painted in the beginning, but I think the people who did it have realised that they're never going to win

The Blade Runners are very much still in business. They de-head the ULEZ cameras or sticker them or George and the Dragon them.

 

[Memmeddu]

Weller soldering iron for 5 euro

And a project revival...

A little small 75W variable speed sewing machine motor...
In addition to it I've saved the old shock absorbers from my colleague Fiat 500 ...
So nice and free chrome rods.
Those combined hopefully will end up in a little Quorn Tools and Cutters grinder

 

[Memmeddu]

CVT transmission pulleys (centrifugal variable pulley and spring loaded pulley with centrifugal clutch)
From an Honda Pantheon

Those are meant to be modified and adapted to be fitted on my mill drill somehow.
Because the original motor has been replaced with another one but they didn't transferred the pulleys to it so it's fixed velocity.
In addition the original motor was a dual speed three-phase, most likely 2HP motor
The replacement is a dual voltage 230/415V bonfiglioli 6HP motor.
So it'll drill and Mill whatever you're able to fit below the quill but the lack of the pulleys and the fixed speed made the "upgrade" more than useless.
By the way I have two 3HP motors I can use but the problem still, as I don't have the pulleys.
But I'd honestly keep things three phase

 

[iNf]

This little lot turned up from amazon haul a week early. Seriously impressed by how sharp and how well the scissors and wire cutters cut, especially as they're less than 50p each.

 

[Dapph2]

£80 fine for turning left out of a customers driveway instead of right. Turns out the road was one way. Didn't realise until I say the camera at the end of the road. Tiny little one way signs at the very end. **Language**.

I did that on a hill the main road some 16 yards to my left , my pal who lived at the address saw what I'd done ,next time we met up he told me I was lucky if the car had been two feet over to the right they'd have had my number .

 

[Luggsey]

Found this old Thor at the recycle, not seen one before?

 

[Kram]

Stubby ratchet screwdriver set

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I quite like these adjustable length types.

It was part of a haul order that was mostly 3d filament.

 

[Dapph2]

Thank you for your help and advice. Does normal “way mean” Brasso, Duraglit, or other?

Pure wood ash & vinegar if nothing else available . rinse well and dry off .

OR

How to Clean Brass: 3 Tried-and-true Methods

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[The_Yellow_Ardvark]

Pure wood ash & vinegar if nothing else available . rinse well and dry off .

OR

How to Clean Brass: 3 Tried-and-true Methods

Brass is a timeless material that adds charm and elegance to everything from home decor to jewelry. Over time, exposure to skin oils, air, and moisture can cause dull brass or tarnishing. When that happens, you'll be happy to know how to clean brass.

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Not all those lamps are pure brass

 

[JEZGUZ]

Re the Thor hammer, they're still going. Get in touch with them I'm sure they will be helpful.

 

[Dapph2]

You can buy the different head inserts on line too .

 

[Luggsey]

Re the Thor hammer, they're still going. Get in touch with them I'm sure they will be helpful.

Yeah I have a copper leather one.
This looks like it's designed to be hand held without a shaft?
I can't find a pic of another online?
Maybe I will try Google lens.