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I just have a cheap (Banggood) set that work ok but have a few very dull areas from me being a bit aggressive on the feed rate. Speed is definitely a factor for the chatter.

I got lucky the day I went in they were on sale (this rarely happens) and they had quite a decent variety of tooth options to choose from

I only have a couple of Accusize 1/4" carbide tool holders for my lathe but they seem to be really decent. I've even used one in a fly cutter and it worked well. I'd have no issues buying more of their products

I have been using the Lennox Wolf- band (14/18t) with good success. I needed a blade for a quick and dirty aluminum job so I grabbed a 10/14t from Princess Auto and was very surprised at how well it cut. I left it in the saw to see what the longevity was like on steel (up to 3/4" thick) and have...

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Hey Remy. I'm in Warman as well. Welcome aboard!

I have been dabbling with 3D printing patterns and casting a bit. And yes, the possibilities are endless. Unfortunately I can't do any foundry work and casting inside my shop since it has a wooden floor and weather conditions here haven't been good for doing it out side when I've had time. I...

I certainly wouldn't call myself a machinist, I'm a carpenter that pisses about with metal...LOL. I have made two wig-wag engines so far, one single and one two cylinder. I have had to cast most of the rough material to make them since there is just no way to find any stock that is...

Yes, There are quite a few youtubers that have done videos with these kits. They are nice kits, but the price tag to purchase and ship is more than I want/can spend right now.

Yes, I did. I would still like to source a supplier for CI, however, I have been scrounging brake rotors with the idea I would try my hand at melting some in the small foundry I built and casting some bits. I have been bitten by the small steam engine bug but cant afford a DYI kit.