Adelaide Shed Meet

Just saying thanks to Trev and all the guys at the meet,

I've only been into the woodworking fiasco for a couple of years now, It was great to meet a bunch of guys who are willing to share their knowledge.

Nice to hang out with some genuinely friendly blokes.

I was thinking it might be a little imtimidating walking into a backyard full of woodworking fanatics, but it was'nt, and I'd definately be recommending to other newbies to the forum- get along to a show. I learned a little, drank a little, got sunburned a little and all together had an afternoon to wind down after what was to put it bluntly a b*st*rd of a week.

Special mention again to Trev, you really put in a effort mate, Thanks for showing me and the others such warm hospitality.


Cheers Rhett

A perfect day.

Good weather.

A very obliging host that catered to everyones tastes.

Interesting people that shared their talents and knowledge.

Thank you Trev and the other attendees. It made the detour memorable.

Parking the truck was going to cost me more than Julie at the casino.:D

OK, who left the blue and orange spray pack sunburn cream behind? It can't be yours "bricks".

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Originally Posted by woodbe

Harry, about your radiator, did you try loosening the radiator cap so that the radiator didn't pressurise and empty all the water on the road?

Just a thought,

woodbe.

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Yep did that just made it spew out the cap instead.
I just had to stop once it got hot(bout 50kms) wait 1/2hr then fill her up... discovered some games on my phone:D but they were crap:(
Got a quote today $500 for a new radiator:doh:, get a price on a recore tomorrow. I dont think it would be worth fixing the hole as the rad is over 200K old.

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Originally Posted by TrevorOwen

OK, who left the blue and orange spray pack sunburn cream behind? It can't be yours "bricks".

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Yep that was mine... yours now!
Its good stuff that spray on... hey Bricks I didnt get burnt even with a tank top on!

[quote=Harry72;623871]Yep that was mine... yours now!
Its good stuff that spray on... quote]
It won't make me change colour will it Harry? I'm used to stuff that comes out of a white tube.

OK pictures

Zenwood who has sworn to junk all his Lee Nielsens and get some Festool stuff instead. It is what you could call a light side conversion.
The group. Harry doing the jointer set up.
Studley

Thanks Trev for a great afternoon. The BBQ spread nosh up was fantastic.

Thanks to Harry and Drew for the demo's.

It was great to meet , a top bloke, who made come across to Adelaide via Proserpine....Hope you had a safe trip home, .

We had a great afternoon, meeting fellow woodies

Thanks again Trev. :2tsup:

Cheers

Rob

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Originally Posted by TrevorOwen

the hunk of wood that I am yet unable to identify (was it Silky Oak Mike?)

A special thank to for making the effort to come.

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Yep its from the Adelaide Hills Gravillia Robusta I think, thats the main species around here although not speaking with authority. Its been drying for 3 years so it should be ready for a box, I squared that piece a year ago and it looks OK. Watch out for the dust, use a mask even with the dusty its nasty stuff.

Thanks again Trevor:2tsup: and to its was great to meet you and the mob, amazing bloke its not everybody who detours to Adelaide for a BBQ :oo::D
Mike

Anybody wishing to follow on with these waterhole gatherings? Everything has gone quiet since last year. I was thinking about hosting a "happy new (financial) year" party around the last weekend in June or the first in July. Any takers?

you really are an accountant Frank

Studley

Hmmm yes, no, maybe, would love to if Iam in town again. 3 trips planned already between tomorrow and middle of June. So answer is If I can swing it yes I'll be back again for this one.

I got the whole of July off on annual leave... so maybe, set a date?
I wouldnt be able to make the last weekend in June, I knock off work sunday morning:(

Thanks guys. A couple of maybe is not exactly a stampede so far... any better ideas how to go about this?
First weekend in July is fine with me, but I'm flexible. Took quite a while to get everybody sorted out for the last one, and in the end we were just 15, IIRC.

Interested in catching up with everyone again, but the first weekend of july is already booked for me.

Harry, Tonto, you have the longest trip ahead. Would you both be happy with the long weekend? Say the 8th with 7th and 9th as options? Once you are booked in, we can settle on a date.

And we can celebrate the Queen's birthday, if you find references to the financial year offensive. I am a republican, don't think republicans should feel offended either... :D

Actually I am sure the Queen should be offended just think how many birthdays she gets in a year! She must be creaking up past 400 by now.

Studley

Yep any time in July is ok with me.
Might even bring me little truck for a drive...

Thanks Harry. The going is very slow, though. Unless we get a reasonable number of people, looks like I'll just shout you at the pub.:D IIRC somebody put up a date poll for something similar. Would that work better?

I'll be there Frank. I had the smallest one I reckon there was me Zenwood, Trevor was there, Dangermouse too, that might have been it!

Studley I must be a lousy host

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Originally Posted by Studley 2436

I must be a lousy host

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I begin to think the same....:D I have comfortable room for 30 people in bad wheather, double if sunny, but the middle of winter even in Adelaide is not really drinking wheather. I was thinking more roast and red wine than snags and beer. Maybe later in the year would be a better idea. We'll let the flag fly a bit longer and see.

I've been watching this thread with interest. Depending upon the dates, I'm always up for a meet and greet!

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Originally Posted by Tankstand

I've been watching this thread with interest. Depending upon the dates, I'm always up for a meet and greet!

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Fair enough, how do we go about picking a date (in July possibly for Harry or in spring)? Is PMing SA members an acceptable way to find out? Trevor, are you out there?

I'll be there. Be good to catch up with the dust-makers again:)

Ah....apologies Frank overlooked this thread. I'm in thanks just name the date (later in July would be good for me).

Mike

I'm a bit slow checking the computer lately but I'm up for it. Any date so far

Hi guys. Any weekend in July is fine with me (sorry about the mishap with the Queen's birthday, I can't even read a calendar!:-) Let's say tentatively on Sunday the 20th, unless most prefer Saturday the 19th or another date? If you all confirm we take it as settled.

Sun 20th July works for me.

Yep no probs F&E

Good, we have so far:

Yes
Harry72
Studley2436
Zenwood
m2c1Iw
Rat52

Maybe
Tonto
Dangermouse
Tankstand

Seems to be a goer for the 20/7. I am sure that a few more will find their way between now and then. Keep posting your acceptance and closer to the time I'll PM my address as per usual. Thank you all.

Hi frank, maybe if you PM the attendees from last meet. Plus start a new thread on the topic.(I only looked at the thread because I thought it was strange to be posting this long after the event)

I'll be there, I'll advise tex aswell, almost certain for him though.

Hi Frank,

Can you add me to the "maybe" list, I really need to get back to doing some woodwork soon or I am going to go nuts. ( date depending)

Himzo.

the 20th should be fine for me - add me to the definite list!
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Hells Bellls who knows whats happening over here, keep me informed I would like to get there but ??

Thanks guys. I'll take your advice Bricks, I'll start a new thread.