The Shed

The Shed is Eclectic, informed and always fascinating, there is something to interest everyone in The Shed. Aimed at those with a few tools and perhaps a few clues, this is the magazine for real sheddies. Packed with ideas, projects, advice and peeks into other people’s sheds.

The Shed

AN EXTRAORDINARY SHEDDIE

CGR916 CAFÉ RACER • Chris Gordon’s extensive shed work continues, but this latest project comes with a Ducatisti advisory warning: This article contains graphic images and descriptions of procedures that some Ducati fans may find disturbing. Reader discretion is advised

Donor bike history

Special tools

NEW PREMISES FOR WHANGANUI MEN’S SHED

THE SHED ONLINE

CENTRAL DISTRICTS WOODWORKING EXPO

A POLITICIAN SAYS A BIG THANK YOU TO THE SHED

IT’S FINISHED, AND IT’S A CRACKER

GROWING UP • A decorative vertical herb planter is the perfect outside addition to the barbecue area for summer

SUBSCRIBE & SAVE • NEVER MISS AN ISSUE FREE DELIVERY TO YOUR HOME SAVE UP TO $15 ON RETAIL

WELDING A WORKSHOP BENCH • We use three CRC products to prep our steel workbench frame

ROTTING HULL TO SPEARGUN PRO • Restoring a boat with a rotting hull gave Matt Debono a challenging apprenticeship that equipped him with the knowledge and confidence to make high-quality hardwood spearguns. And he quickly discovered the benefits of a CNC machine

Recoil, balance, and rigidity

Keeping buoyed

To finish

Matt on the CNC rotary axis

RESTORING A 1952 AJS • In this issue, Peter laments some restoration errors. Installing some parts, he finds that before he did X, he should have done Y. Perhaps because many parts come from a variety of machines? Some dismantling and reassembly is now called for

A MASTERPIECE HITS THE RAILS • MOTAT was gifted this Whanganui city tram back in 1967. Now, after decades of work and storage, its rebirth is complete. A remarkable product of love and persistence, the result can only be described as exquisite

Serendipity Helps

BASIC ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WHY DOESN’T IT GO? • A registered electrician for most of his life, Sandy Ferguson offers some basic electrical info to readers and extols the virtues of owning a $12 digital multimeter

MODERN MUSCLE, VINTAGE STEEL • Easter 2027 – Friday 26 – Sunday 28 March – Cromwell Racecourse, Central Otago

MORTISE AND TENON A Cabinet Project • Last issue, Edward explained how to make a mortise and tenon joint. Now it’s time to put that knowledge into practice with this stylish cabinet project

CONSOLIDATING, PHILOSOPHICALLY • With management out of town, Murray turns the sitting room into a rope maker’s workshop to complete his favoured Amokura model. Happily, YouTube clever buggers and the current world situation with oil keep him alert and focused

ROUTE 79 MUSEUM • Inside Geraldine’s hidden treasure. A passionate, varied collection of vehicles

TRIUMPH’S FINEST YET THE NEW SPEED TWIN 1200 TFC • There’s a new limited-edition Triumph Factory Custom (TFC) model on the way, and this one is a true collector’s item

WE LOVE BUGS!

EXTENDING THE REACH • Going deeper to learn all he can about ham radio, Nigel is surprised to discover the strong use of Morse code, and explores aerials, antennas, the tricky moonbounce, and the future of this unique method of communication

COMING UP NEXT ISSUE

BEYOND THE VALLEY OF THE DOLLS • In the 1970s, Glen Wilkin-Holland was sent to the Purfex mannequin factory by the Department of Labour. He had long hair, too much jewellery, and make-up. Purfex owner Austin Purdy was a rugby, racing, and beer sort of bloke. He took one look at Glen and said, “You’re a creative type, you’ll be perfect for the job.” Now...