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  1. TOBARApprentice

    Wanted: Mill Power Feed

    Here are a few pics showing how I overcame the 4 bolt to 2 bolt problem. I used a spacer/adapter plate that I machined. I turned a bushing to ensure it was centred on the lead-screw of the X axis. It was a relatively simple mod and has made the mill SO much fun to use. Sent from my iPhone...
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    Wanted: Mill Power Feed

    I have a very similar mill, mine was a “Go Well” from 1970. I used an Align power feed. You can find them on Amazon or EBay cheap if you bide your time. I got mine from Busy Bee. Could send some pics if you’d like. I will look around though as I think I know a lady who has a power feed that...
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    Newb from Ontario

    You are amongst friends. We are all in this to varying degrees. I’m in well over my head. I started out about 5 years ago “tooling up”. I’m in aviation and as such generally have some excess time to devote to learning machining; moreso now. I have an Atlas 10F lathe but a buddy of mine has a...
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    Newb from Ontario

    Welcome to the group. I’m in Ancaster and Lake of Bays (Summer). Are you just starting in this abyss or have you been at it a while? Are you a South Bend or Atlas guy or something more larger? Come on Mark..... give us a bit of the background. Cheers Derek Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    New Acquisition Used Taig

    I use Evaporust (not affiliated) on everything. It works great and you can expect the rust to be gone. I had a bad experience with vinegar. When I first started out I spent $60 on 4 Starrett dividers that were a bit rusty. I put them in straight vinegar for an hour and there was really no change...
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    wanted smaller milling machine

    Hey there. If you find one in Southern Ontario (I’m in Hamilton) I’ll do what I can to help you. I am back and forth to Calgary with some consistency so shipping may be easier than you think. Good luck...... we’re all in this together! Cheers, Derek Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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    The Move is on - Stairs and 3 tons

    Go like hell man!! We’re all rooting for you. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
  8. TOBARApprentice

    Online meetup? May 9/2020 Saturday 10AM?

    I’m in. Nothing to show but happy to meet up. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
  9. TOBARApprentice

    New from cottage country

    Welcome from Hamilton Ontario!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    New Tool coming home soon!

    Check Kijiji for bowling alley. Often you can find sections of butcher block up to 8 feet long. Cheers. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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