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    Compound needs a better degree dial

    You could print your own, and then modify to fit your needs. This site has a multitude of printable templates and different calculators https://www.blocklayer.com/protractor-printeng
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    what solvent is best for flushing hydraulic system

    For what it's worth a Shell rep told me once its a good idea if you can, to filter new oil right from the drum as there is usually a small amount contaminants. I've only done it once while replacing oil in a large turbine . Not sure if it really helped , as the gauge on the filter cart never...
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    what solvent is best for flushing hydraulic system

    Here's another seal outfit that may be of use there in Barrie. https://herculesca.ca/index.php
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    what solvent is best for flushing hydraulic system

    Where I retired from we had filter carts, just for this purpose. Check this company near Peterborough. I'm sure there's someone in the GTA that can offer the same. If a cart is not available add some kerosene to the old oil and run the system for 10 minutes then dump the oil and replace with...
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    Lathe sine bar

    I think you still have to have the 2 pins contact the compound and tail stock with the same pin
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    Lathe sine bar

    I further investigated using the tail stock barrel as a reference instead of an indicator. I can be done but, the sine plate will need some modifications. The pin length has to be increased to 2 1/2" on order to contact the compound side face and the tailstock barrel. The pins will have to...
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    Lathe sine bar

    The pins on my bar are 50mm in length. Too short to reach the tail stock. But The pins could be replaced with longer ones I would think. I do like the concept of using the tail stock instead of the indicator.
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    Lathe sine bar

    With this I can create any angle on the compound by using gauges blocks under the pin closest to the tool holder. So cutting any taper I want. Hers a couple of videos of how it works. Should be great for morse tapers.
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    Lathe sine bar

    A quick little project for the lathe. It's 3/8" aluminum the pins are 10mm on 3" centers, 3 neodymium magnets epoxied ,we'll see how well it works.
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    Took the winter tires off today

    Took my snows off this week, still a lot tick tick of studs on the roads here. Usually by July no more tick tick.
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