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  1. Gearhead88

    Gearhead projects …….

    Newest gadget idea is done . The indicator holder is for doing precision counterbores & step cuts for "O' rings . I need to fit a few new cutters into the budget , they aren’t cheap ! , each holder is $176 ! , there are different sizes for small and large bores , champhering , doing counter...
  2. Gearhead88

    Tool Some tools I made for my 10K Southbend Lathe

    The extended fasteners for the compound are a nice addition. I'll be making my own . The radius turning attachment is cool , I'd like to make one of those too.
  3. Gearhead88

    Gearhead projects …….

    It was slow at work today , good excuse to ditch early . I did a bit more on my boring bar depth indicator project . I need to make a sleeve to secure the indicator and a set screw to position it.
  4. Gearhead88

    Tool Some tools I made for my 10K Southbend Lathe

    Good stuff !!
  5. Gearhead88

    Welding carts & compressed gases

    My lease for a mig gas cylinder was $120 / year at Air Liquide . Last month my lease was up for renewal , I chose to purchase instead , that transaction breaks down like this ...... the use of a cylinder is a one time fee and is for as long as you need it = $330 , including gas , refills are...
  6. Gearhead88

    Welding carts & compressed gases

    I like it , a lot packed into a small package
  7. Gearhead88

    Mystery Shaper rejuvenation

    I just read this whole thread , very Ambitious !!! , awesome build !!!
  8. Gearhead88

    New Feature 2022 Updates

    Thank you for your hard work .
  9. Gearhead88

    Gearhead projects …….

    My trusty 4” x 6” bandsaw has had a long life and keeps going & going . Early in it’s life a few things broke on it , like the plastic adjustment locking knobs . I made a new pair .
  10. Gearhead88

    Gearhead projects …….

    This is the start of an indicator holder , to be used on my Van Norman boring bar . It’s used when cutting counterbores so I can carefully cut to the required depth or cut a step for an “O” ring
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