Recent content by garageguy

multiplanetary shipping is ok and all, but the cool boys are offering intergalactic. If you need to ask the shipping rate, you can't afford it.

like susquatch said , an indicator is going to get you pretty close. I had a steep learning curve to go through when I had to cut/grind a B&S taper for my grinder. I used two indicators to get the proper rise/run set for the lathe compound, cut the taper and then used the universal grinder to...

Just putting this out there . I am watching a FB group called "machinist" . maybe some of you are as well. Guy near toronto has a swack of 6061 for sale. Henry Glover is the name. I do not know how to send a link so no help there, sorry.

Hmmm...OK, Thanks Tom !

pretty cool tool, but I am wondering how it would mount on a mill table? or am I missing something(again) ?

I followed this thread with interest because I knew that you were taking on some tough stuff, and wanted to see what worked. Good job,Sus, ! Just one thing needs to be cleared up. You asked what are leafs? So, for those who might not know : the Leafs are a semi-pro hockey team that plays out of...

So what I ended up doing is I cut off the threaded part of the draw bar and welded a new section of threads off a Gr. 8 bolt. Worked really well and the thread fit is nice in the collets again. Great idea robinhood

he must have got dinged pretty good for cutting and freight,not?

Not familiar with Jet bandsaws but by the looks of it I'd say it's pretty close to being in the "need" category. Good luck

lots of good options and tips I never thought of. I'll see what I can scrounge up tomorrow.

Mine is manual, and I always wondered ( being very familiar with air tools)how guys avoided over-torqueing these things. I guess you could regulate the air press. I like having the ability to feel how much torque I am applying.

Great replies. My main concern is the condition of the threads . As they are wearing/distorting I'm afraid they are coming close to the point when they may ruin the threads in the collets. I was wondering what steel would provide best service for the draw bar. Cutting the old threads off and...

i am just about to the point of having to make a new draw bolt for my mill. Standard size 7/16 NF like all the rest . Just wondering what rod would be best to use hot rolled or cold?

congrats on the new toys! I guess we can cut you some slack now knowing that they are actually in your living area !:)

It's a great deal. Of course my assessment may be slightly skewed (in favor of buying) but you can spend that much or more on a "d bit grinder" or you can spend the same amount and get yourself a REAL grinder. And it will do more stuff. I'd jump on it!