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    Small mill

    I am also retired and flexible. I am planning to work on the mosquito for a few days how about Sunday maybe after lunch. Gary
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    Small mill

    I might be interested in the mill/drill. Tell me more. Could I come and visit? Gary
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    Small mill

    Thanks Dabbler looking forward to see some shops. Yes Dave I have looked (on line)at the busy bee mini mill, but fear I might out grow it. It started with a mini lathe and find the sb so much better. Gary
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    Small mill

    Dabbler have you a list of small mill owners in Calgary area? I think part of my problem is indecision on what size of machine to concentrate on if I could touch a few (2 or 3 ) I could be more prepared. Gary
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    Small mill

    Dabbler a shop tour (in several parts) sounds like a great idea. I am retired so for the most part I am available. Any takers? Gary
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    Small mill

    I guess after reading all the hints I don't really know what I want. My lathe is a old 9 inch southbend in, I think, pretty good shape. That would be the companion machine. I started with a mini lathe and the southbend fell into my lap, so I understand the don't go too small but there is...
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    Small mill

    I have been watching kijiji and market place there have been a couple but I am too slow. As to size the space I have in my shop is limited so maybe about 300 lbs. Gary
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    Small mill

    I am looking for a smaller mill or mill/drill. I am in the Calgary area. Gary
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    Bought a SouthBend 9” - Hints on things to look for at setup?

    You have a v belt drive but for other sb owners I replaced the old flat belt with a serpentine and it changed everything for the better.
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    12L14

    Where can I buy 12L14 in Calgary? I checked at metal superstore and was told they no longer stock it in the Calgary store. Gary
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