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ALDI Workzone bench drill.

ALDI: Corner Sander 105W

Posted on 20/01/2011 by AlanM52

No load speed: 11,000 OPM Durable Double insulated Impact resistant housing Pad size: 140 x 140 x 80mm Includes 5 x sanding pads

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ALDI: Premium Planer $14.99

Posted on 05/08/2010 by AlanM52

Red beech wood construction Premium steel hardened and shaped blade Length: 230mm Got this a few weeks later for $10.

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Makita battery pack – continued

Posted on 08/06/2010 by AlanM52

 Basically we want to end up with a modified battery pack physically the same as before but with a decent figure 8 flex running from the bottom (offset to allow clip to close) and about 2mtrs long with battery terminal … Continue reading →

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ALDI: Taurus Electric Staple Gun $19.99

Posted on 04/06/2010 by AlanM52

You need to be patient using this tool – it jams staples. To minimise this I found I have to break off some staples from each row, about 3 or 4 mil. As with any stapler you need to press … Continue reading →

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ALDI: Work Support Roller Stand $14.99

Posted on 04/06/2010 by AlanM52

A3 chrome plated steel roller A3 black powder coated steel stand Max load capacity: 60kg Vertical adjustment: 680-1080mm I bought this to be a companion to my 210mm mitre saw – very handy.

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ALDI Taurus Cordless Lithium-ion screwdriver

Posted on 04/06/2010 by AlanM52

More to come…

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GMC 24V 2 Speed Cordless Hammer $139

Posted on 02/06/2010 by AlanM52

GTX1850K / GTX2450K 2-Speed Gearbox Hammer Action 13mm Single Sleeve Chuck Adjustable Side Handle with Rubber Grip 20-Stage Clutch Variable Speed and Reverse 2 Battery Packs Battery Indicator Displays 5 Levels of Charge Extensive Rubber Over-moulding 50 Piece Accessory Kit … Continue reading →

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ALDI Paint Compressor

Posted on 02/06/2010 by AlanM52

posted May 24, 2010 3:06 PM by Alan Mackenzie    

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ALDI: Taurus Electric Staple Gun $19.99

Posted on 02/06/2010 by AlanM52

You need to be patient using this tool – it jams staples. To minimise this I found I have to break off some staples from each row, about 3 or 4 mil. As with any stapler you need to press … Continue reading →

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GMC 24V 2 Speed Cordless Hammer

Posted on 01/06/2010 by AlanM52

GTX1850K / GTX2450K 2-Speed Gearbox Hammer Action 13mm Single Sleeve Chuck Adjustable Side Handle with Rubber Grip 20-Stage Clutch Variable Speed and Reverse 2 Battery Packs Battery Indicator Displays 5 Levels of Charge Extensive Rubber Over-moulding 50 Piece Accessory Kit … Continue reading →

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