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  1. Brian H

    Machine PDM30 table nut stripped

    I haven't checked that. It is all apart on my bench right now
  2. Brian H

    Machine PDM30 table nut stripped

    The best fit I got with my thread pitch guages is 10 TPI. The threads don't quite go up into the "peak" but the sides of the thread lines up perfectly
  3. Brian H

    Machine PDM30 table nut stripped

    I tried a few different thread pitch guages and can't determine what it is. Yes, everything was tight. One thing I did notice was the large amount of fine swarf in the threads, almost like steel wool. I don't see any damage on the lead screw threads but the threads in the nut are very shallow...
  4. Brian H

    Machine PDM30 table nut stripped

  5. Brian H

    Machine PDM30 table nut stripped

    yes. I am attempting to add a picture (not successfully I might add)
  6. Brian H

    Machine PDM30 table nut stripped

    Apparently my picture file is too large to insert. I'm not sure how to change that...
  7. Brian H

    Machine PDM30 table nut stripped

    It appears I have stripped the table nut on my X-axis. I noticed the table feed was a bit stiff about a week ago. I "inspected" the lead screw as best I could and nothing appeared out of order so I assumed it just needed a gib adjustment (this mill was brand new in May). I added some oil to the...
  8. Brian H

    Tool Countersinks, what would you recommend?

    I just have a cheap (Banggood) set that work ok but have a few very dull areas from me being a bit aggressive on the feed rate. Speed is definitely a factor for the chatter.
  9. Brian H

    Supplies Better portable bandsaw blades

    I got lucky the day I went in they were on sale (this rarely happens) and they had quite a decent variety of tooth options to choose from
  10. Brian H

    Tool ACCUSIZE

    I only have a couple of Accusize 1/4" carbide tool holders for my lathe but they seem to be really decent. I've even used one in a fly cutter and it worked well. I'd have no issues buying more of their products
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