Cherry Blossom - Restoration 1990 XJS V12
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#602
Hi Daim (That was Genius!)
I managed to take the Saw apart and found a broken Hacksaw Blade inside.
After taking the Saw apart, I found a Broken Hacksaw Blade, as used by the previous owner.
Following on from Daim's advice, I tried the kind of Blade he recommended, which is the grey one at the Top of the Photo, which came out of an Electric Sabre Saw.
It fitted absolutely perfect and was so much better that the flimsy Hacksaw Blade used by the Previous Owner.
So I went to my Local Diy Store and bought a lot more of the same, which will increase its versatility as I have got an Air Line, which is long enough so I can use it to prune all the Trees in my Garden, as well as using it as a normal Wood Saw.
Daim's Saw Blade recommendation was Spot on!
Saw Blades for almost every Job I could think of.
I managed to take the Saw apart and found a broken Hacksaw Blade inside.
After taking the Saw apart, I found a Broken Hacksaw Blade, as used by the previous owner.
Following on from Daim's advice, I tried the kind of Blade he recommended, which is the grey one at the Top of the Photo, which came out of an Electric Sabre Saw.
It fitted absolutely perfect and was so much better that the flimsy Hacksaw Blade used by the Previous Owner.
So I went to my Local Diy Store and bought a lot more of the same, which will increase its versatility as I have got an Air Line, which is long enough so I can use it to prune all the Trees in my Garden, as well as using it as a normal Wood Saw.
Daim's Saw Blade recommendation was Spot on!
Saw Blades for almost every Job I could think of.
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#604
You can but it isn't worth it. Technically you'd be fine with a T tire as you won't ever get the German speeds there. I'd always replace two tires though. Just is a better idea. Keep the other good one for your spare and get two proper tires.
Otherwise, if they are the same size and same type of profile (symmetrical/asymmetrical and also winter/summer) then there is no real issue.
Otherwise, if they are the same size and same type of profile (symmetrical/asymmetrical and also winter/summer) then there is no real issue.
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#605
Hi Daim
Cheers!
The only reason I'm asking is I found a Brand New Pirelli P600 the right size and its a 'W' rating and my other Tyres are 'V' rating and wanted to keep things legal.
So although I will Probably keep it as a Spare, the ideal Scenario would be to find another New one to go with it, as this one was well under £200.
Cheers!
The only reason I'm asking is I found a Brand New Pirelli P600 the right size and its a 'W' rating and my other Tyres are 'V' rating and wanted to keep things legal.
So although I will Probably keep it as a Spare, the ideal Scenario would be to find another New one to go with it, as this one was well under £200.
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#606
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#608
Hi Guys
Now I have got a few Air Tools, I remember from a while back someone saying you need to keep them Oiled.
If so could someone please tell me why you need to do that and can you buy a gadget to connect to the Compressor that would do this.
Without contaminating the Compressor, in case I want to use it for something like Spraying Paint.
Now I have got a few Air Tools, I remember from a while back someone saying you need to keep them Oiled.
If so could someone please tell me why you need to do that and can you buy a gadget to connect to the Compressor that would do this.
Without contaminating the Compressor, in case I want to use it for something like Spraying Paint.
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paulyling (02-01-2017)
#609
G'day OB. Sorry to backtrack mate but I'd just thought I'd show you my father's Bush Retro radio (he only picked it up a few years ago new). Also it looks different again on the top. I want one too now!
P.S whilst we are on the subject of retro I picked up this old suitcase a while ago....hoping she will fit in the boot of my XJS for my next road trip!
Last edited by paulyling; 02-01-2017 at 07:38 PM.
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#612
Hi Guys
Now I have got a few Air Tools, I remember from a while back someone saying you need to keep them Oiled.
If so could someone please tell me why you need to do that and can you buy a gadget to connect to the Compressor that would do this.
Without contaminating the Compressor, in case I want to use it for something like Spraying Paint.
Now I have got a few Air Tools, I remember from a while back someone saying you need to keep them Oiled.
If so could someone please tell me why you need to do that and can you buy a gadget to connect to the Compressor that would do this.
Without contaminating the Compressor, in case I want to use it for something like Spraying Paint.
You can buy oilers that go in the air line just before the tool. I used a different hose for my tools and spray gun to prevent oil in the paint.
If you do not oil the tools it will reduce their life. I didn't oil my rotary tool and it is now sticking, had to buy a new one.
2PCS MINI 1/4" BSP IN-LINE OILER AIR TOOL IN LINE LUBRICATION FOR PNEUMATIC TOOL | eBay
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Hi Bro
That Radio looks very similar to mine but not sure if its an earlier or later model.
Having now got one of these myself, I've started seeing quite a few in various Antique and Curio Shops, so probably not quite as rare as what I was thinking and all of them seemed to be in the £20-£30 price range.
But whatever their scarcity value, they do look kind of Cool in their own way as well as the perfect accessory to go with your XJS.
That Radio looks very similar to mine but not sure if its an earlier or later model.
Having now got one of these myself, I've started seeing quite a few in various Antique and Curio Shops, so probably not quite as rare as what I was thinking and all of them seemed to be in the £20-£30 price range.
But whatever their scarcity value, they do look kind of Cool in their own way as well as the perfect accessory to go with your XJS.
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Hmmm,
I don't use a dedicated air tool oiler. I merely squirt some into the air intake fitting, when hooking up. OK for my occasional use. Might not be for steady use in a commercial shop.
My electric chain saws have been getting a work out. They have resevoirs and a "squirt bulb" lid. I squirt a lot as I cut. Keeps the blade sharp. A bit messy in the innards, though. Oily saw dust!!!
Carl
I don't use a dedicated air tool oiler. I merely squirt some into the air intake fitting, when hooking up. OK for my occasional use. Might not be for steady use in a commercial shop.
My electric chain saws have been getting a work out. They have resevoirs and a "squirt bulb" lid. I squirt a lot as I cut. Keeps the blade sharp. A bit messy in the innards, though. Oily saw dust!!!
Carl
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#616
Hi Carl/Warrjon and others,
I had to chase round all over the place to get one of those Oilers but I got one! (eventually!)
But when I connected all the fittings together, they were over 9in long which made it all very unwieldy to use.
Am I supposed to put a piece of Flexible tubing in the mix somewhere?
Does anyone have a Photo of a typical set-up, so I can get an idea of how it goes.
I had to chase round all over the place to get one of those Oilers but I got one! (eventually!)
But when I connected all the fittings together, they were over 9in long which made it all very unwieldy to use.
Am I supposed to put a piece of Flexible tubing in the mix somewhere?
Does anyone have a Photo of a typical set-up, so I can get an idea of how it goes.
#617
Having got the 'Oiler' for my Air Tools.
I messed around with some bits and pieces that I found in the Garage and came up with 'this' which seems to work.
The 'Oiler' for my Air Tools
The 'Oiler' for my Air Tools connected up and working but is it the right way round?
Does anyone know if I've got the 'Oiler' on the right way round? (although it seems to work fine)
I messed around with some bits and pieces that I found in the Garage and came up with 'this' which seems to work.
The 'Oiler' for my Air Tools
The 'Oiler' for my Air Tools connected up and working but is it the right way round?
Does anyone know if I've got the 'Oiler' on the right way round? (although it seems to work fine)
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#620
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