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    Remington auction

    Not sure if anyone is following it, but i was sent this listing by a friend from the states. It’s the disbursement of the remington factory. Lots and lots of tools. I’m curious to see if they meet reserve and what they go for...
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    Talk me off of the edge…. How green is the grass really?

    I think I’ll offer a different perspective. I think you need to decide what’s important to you, do you enjoy making old tools work and making the things you need for them, or would you rather work on your project’s? With a young family my shop time is limited, and I’ve discovered old iron is...
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    Colchester 8000 gcsurplus Quebec

    Pretty sure this lathe is Now posted for sale on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/361808653159253/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp%3A261d5511-c69d-43af-a08c-73021473189d
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    Colchester Triumph help

    Thanks for that , I was searching using the iec 60947 and wasn’t getting anywhere. I should of mentioned he used a 3hp single phase motor. He gave me a very good and thorough explanation of why he chose 3hp, but I can’t recall enough of it to repeat the reasons.
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    Colchester Triumph help

    I posted low quality photos, you really can’t make anything out on them. I’ll try posting them again.
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    Colchester Triumph help

    I wasn’t sure where to post this but figured I’d start here. A while back I posted about a Colchester triumph for sale in NS. I went to look at it and probably against the advise of more knowledgeable folks, I ended up buying it. The owner had converted it to a single phase motor. The...
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    Colchester triumph 2000 in NS

    If I look at it, anything specific to look for on the electrical side? Or more of a clean install vs a mess?
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    Colchester triumph 2000 in NS

    What do you think of the price? Is it reasonable? https://www.kijiji.ca/v-power-tool/city-of-halifax/colchester-triumph-2000-lathe-in-very-good-condition/1663023048
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    Another ELS build in the works

    Thanks, I probably should’ve just asked you for recommendations. Any suggestions on a 1ppr sensor. My google search didn’t return much. Mark
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    Another ELS build in the works

    I’ve decided to add an ELS to my CX709 13x24 lathe. I realized it’ll be a while before I can replace it as I’d rather add a mill first. I’ll update the thread as I make progress. I‘ve ordered one of John‘s (from the forum) kits and now need to decide on electronics. Electronics are completely...
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