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    Open House - David Dunlap Observatory Maker Space

    Opportunity to see / visit the YLab Maker Space at the Observatory https://www.meetup.com/ylab_at_DDO/events/285377328/ Adults only visitors I found the folks there to be really skilled at instructions on the laser XY cutter and the new CNC machine Mike
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    Bench Top Lathe - help needed

    Help to find it a new home, that is. This is my lathe from years ago when I got started. It is a Hardinge Cataract 7 in lathe. It was a very good lathe to learn on. I have upgraded up considerably over time ( VFD with remote control box, new motor, new flat belt, wood turning capability etc) ...
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    FS Bench top Cataract Lathe

    This is the lathe I started out on. It is time for it to have a new home. It is complete and in working order, ready to go. Background is here http://www.lathes.co.uk/cataract/ The bearings are good, I added a VFD ( 110V single phase) with a new 3 phase motor so I had variable speed. Includes...
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    Signing for the first time - Toronto

    I sold my hi-tech business several years ago, - finally came up for some air. Along the way I bumped into a South Bend, a small mill , drill press, welder, and ended up fooling with a bunch of blacksmiths ( OABA) . But age is catching up - shoulders and hands can't stand the repetitive shocks...
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