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  1. TheLocalDrunk

    Learning Threads

    Thanks for the tips!
  2. TheLocalDrunk

    Engine case seperator

    Yep, Where it is broken doesnt see any majors forces. It just keeps the chamber sealed for the oil. So it will built up using some sort of liquid metal product then machined flat again.
  3. TheLocalDrunk

    Engine case seperator

    A Dirtbike Buddy bought one that was trashed and is trying to rebuild it. It broke a piston rod and the half that was still connected to the crank acted like a hammer and blew a couple holes through the casing. Its a BIG repair job. But if we can do it all in the home shop and he doesnt have to...
  4. TheLocalDrunk

    Engine case seperator

    AND I started making parts that actually DO something and work the way it was intended. To most of you this is silly simple, but again for me, it is all ground breaking :) First I needed to make a thread adapter. Pretty simple, M12x1.25 on one side and 1/2-20 (or 13) on the other side...
  5. TheLocalDrunk

    Learning Threads

    So, not much of a building project as much as it is just a learning project. As many of you know, I am green, super green. I just got my lathe and have been playing around with it and learning it. So I figured I would share my experience playing with threading. Attempt#1 Had a bar that I...
  6. TheLocalDrunk

    Adjustable Pedestal Feet for 12x36 Lathe

    They look great. Good job!
  7. TheLocalDrunk

    Over the top ball turning attachement

    This thread is making me want to try now. I commend your persistence on this. Cheers!
  8. TheLocalDrunk

    Lathe Purchase, move, setup and Lathe Stand build

    If you want any help designing or if you want my original drawings just let me know ;)
  9. TheLocalDrunk

    3 Jaw Chuck Backing Plate for Rotary Table

    Dictionary.com footstock noun another name for tailstock So at min they are interchangeable words. I do like pulling on peoples legs though. Makes me feel like a wrestler.... But in this case I am just repeating what I heard from someone else. So I may be wrong, I maybe right.
  10. TheLocalDrunk

    3 Jaw Chuck Backing Plate for Rotary Table

    BTW Good job I think i need to do something like that... eventually..
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