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Thanks guys. I'm not going to bother trying to use this old laptop. I don't want to mess around getting a updated ssd and finding out it still won't work properly. I'm going to research the components you suggested more, so I know what I'm buying and what it actually does. I've been browsing...

Well that's not great news, but I'm not really surprised. It was actually bought for the kids by my mom, so she just took the one that the customer rep at Costco suggested. I did actually install Windows 10 about 2 years ago. For now I am shy on funds . Can the SSD be external? Or does it need...

Gerritv - There is only 1 option IMO, 3DCOnnexion Space Mouse and Cad mouse combo. For that price does it take dictation and draw the piece for you? I have problems with my hands, so I doubt I'd be able to use one like that. Hope I've found you the info you need Degen. I also have this...

As the title asks. My 3D printer is almost here, and I'm setting up with Fusion 360 as well. I have a decent laptop for my sole use, and it has windows 10. I've been away from computers for some time, so I'm relearning their os as well. Win 10 seems terribly slow to me compared with ios, and...

Just wondering, could a test bar not be easily made by someone with a lathe that's accuracy is known and repeatable? I'm curious why you need to order one from across the globe? Ken

Thanks Degen. I actually have both a 8x16 lathe with 16" centers distance and the mill in the photo. I picked them because they have relatively high power, a 38mm spindle bore, and the mill has lots of travel compared to most others on AliExpress. I'm trying to get the max out of them, and I...

Degen . Thanks for clarifying that for me about mass and what it actually does. I'm 100% self learning ( with the help of the internet of course) so I don't always use proper terminology. To clarify, my plan (this is only an idea I've roughly planned) for my 8x16" benchtop lathe is to mount a...

I'm probably one of the most inexperienced guys on here, but with the accuracy you hit on your first try, I'd say you're very much heading in the right direction. Good luck. Ken

I thought of replacing the legs and filling them as well. I am trying to decide if beefing up the bases on my benchtop machines is worth it, or will I be hitting diminishing returns as far as rigidity vs accuracy. I'm going to be watching the reports regarding these machines closely. I have to...

I hope I didn't offend you regarding the high expectations comment. I just meant that the little things like the marks on the ways and loose/ missing screws aren't something I'd consider a big problem considering the cost savings from buying direct. I'm sure if their QC was a lot better...