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  1. MrWhoopee

    Funny dot on Windows 10 user icon

    I believe that one indicates that Chrome has put the window to "sleep" to free memory.
  2. MrWhoopee

    Splined coupler

    You didn't specify what kind of mill (or maybe I missed it). They make them for BP's and clones, cheap. https://www.ebay.ca/itm/330518419106
  3. MrWhoopee

    Sharpening large drill bits?

    The size range you are talking about is perfect for hand grinding. Not too big, not too small. Get a drill point gage for checking angle and width of cutting edges. It's a skill definitely worth learning. It teaches you the basics of cutting edge and drill point geometry in a way you will never...
  4. MrWhoopee

    WTH - Got these inserts on Ali

    Sorry, I forget the language barrier. Those came from AK Tool House Store I haven't really been paying attention to which seller, just looking for the particular grade and coating.
  5. MrWhoopee

    WTH - Got these inserts on Ali

    This is the conclusion I have reached, though I did get a couple of HSS roughing mills that have been very good. I have been getting some great, counterfeit inserts. At least I'm pretty sure they're counterfeit based on the price. I've also been getting some excellent, very pretty no name...
  6. MrWhoopee

    How to clean up a crusty ruler

    That almost looks like satin-chrome in the picture. I was fooled by a combo metric/imperial Starret scale one time. Cut a bunch of stock too short. Who knew that a 150mm scale wasn't 6 inches long? It's been permanently assigned to my drill point gage ever since.
  7. MrWhoopee

    How to clean up a crusty ruler

  8. MrWhoopee

    H2D?

    Damn! I'm loving my X1-C, but laser engraving and AMS with built-in dryer ?!
  9. MrWhoopee

    Tips/Techniques Making the Square Drive hole in a custom socket.

    I would just buy a 1/2" drive socket, mate it to the front end and TIG it. But then I'm not looking for something to justify a shaper purchase.
  10. MrWhoopee

    Tips/Techniques Show your shop related 3DP

    Today's project is a collet rack for the mill. I just haven't been happy with the one I made a few years ago from recycled PE. The criteria are: 1. Within easy reach of the operator 2. Doesn't interfere with the quill handle 3. Positioned above the blast zone. My FreeCAD skills are improving...
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