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  1. Trent ks

    Southbend 14.5" VFD 3ph to 3ph?

    Hi there! Sorry if this is a rinsed question. I recently acquired a sb 14.5" x 7 and was thinking about getting a VFD. However since I have 3PH in my warehouse already I have been curious about these 3ph to 3ph VFD's available. I haven't been able to find any posts from others who use them...
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    SB 9a spindle bearing damage

    Hello again! I have been taking apart my 9a to install a serpentine belt and I noticed some fairly heavy scoring on the outside edge of the spindle bearing (I can feel it with my finger). The spindle itself is seems to be in good shape, I am not sure exactly what causes this. Is there anything...
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    SB Model A, GE motor wiring confusion

    Hi everyone! I am fairly new to the forum, it's been a great help so far to which I am grateful. I recently picked up a SB model A, the previous owner had bypassed the R1 Furnas drum switch. It came with a GE 1/4HP, four wire, 1 phase motor, and only L3 and L4 were connected which caused the...
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    Mill and lathe advice

    Hello! I am new to precision machining for the most part. I have checked around for machines at every tool store I can find to see what's available used. I was wondering if anyone could give me some advice on older mill types and which ones are common enough that I could find spare parts or...
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    Trent KS Vancouver

    Hello, I am a multidisciplinary artist based out of Vancouver. I have been blacksmithing and welding since 2010. I had the chance to use a metal lathe at my school in Montreal and since then I have wanted to acquire one of my own, as well as a mill. I have no friends who have experience with...
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