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Hello
I have the same machine as you
Could you advise me as to the type and source of the components to make a setup similar to yours.
Cheers
Al Raman
Bonjour Brent,
Je restaure un vieux Moderne 10 pouces standard et je vois que tu a le même que moi.
Malheureusement la charte pour le pas des filets est illisible. J,ai passé toutes les photos de tes messages mais j'y vois rien.
Svp peux tu m'envoyer une photo de proche pour que je puisse la reproduire? et si possible a mon adresse couriel ?
jocelynthuotte02@gmail.com

Merci bcp à l'avance
Retailer that sells Flat 3/4" Drive belts for South Bend Lathes.
F
Frankbarry
In Canada
Johnwa
Johnwa
For my horizontal drive I use a serpentine belt from an auto parts outlet. The spindle has to be removed to install it.
MrWhoopee
MrWhoopee
+1 on a serpentine belt. No need to pull the spindle. Cut to length +2", grind 2" lap down to reinforcing fibers on both ends (taking care not to grind into the fiber), install on machine, glue with GOOP, clamp and let set overnight. Won't stretch, slip or rot.
Hi Davet, would it be possible to email me a copy of the parts list for the FIRST milling machine please. I bought one recently and need a number of spares and have no idea where I can source them. Any info would be very much appreciated.
Steve.
LenVW
LenVW
Ron Dopson – Parts Department
6105 Kestrel Rd, Mississauga ON L5T 1Y8
T 905.564.9479 |www.heinmanmachinery.com

Contact this guy for any FIRST Milling Machines.
I only had a SN on the headstock casting.

He has provided exploded assembly drawings for a 1985 First Knee Mill.
Hello Ron,

I would be interested in a few items that you have for sale. Would it be best to connect by phone.

Thank you,
Stefan Frey
403 669 9916
Hi John

I could use one of those awesome chuck keys 9mm for my 5" EMCO chuck. I noticed that you don't list 9mm but was wondering if you have one laying around or can get one for me.

Thanks
Brent
Janger
Janger
Brent - I don't have any other sizes besides 10,11,12mm - if you were keen you could buy a 10mm and mill it down. Sun is working on some other sizes and sleeves for other configurations but that will take a while. I'm not sure what sizes he will have or the timing. @a smile - would you like to share any plans? -Thanks. -J
eotrfish
eotrfish
John

I guess I could mill down a 10mm. I'll order one on your website and pick it up sometime next week.

Brent
I'll jump on the M8 taps if you have some. Gerry Hess, box 457, Warburg, Alberta T0C2T0
KING Canada - Replacement parts and service contact.

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TEL : 514-636-5464 EXT 310
1-877-636-4214
FAX : 514-556-3057

Service310@kingcanada.com

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Grant Pretorius has been very helpful for me recently.
Blue Wall
Blue Wall
Thanks for the information
Elias
Elias
Does anyone out there know how to get a hold of a back gear for an Atlas 618?
leadscrews for PDM30 mill - took measurements tip-to-tip of leadscrew (not just threaded area):
x - 35 3/8 RH thread;
y - 17 3/4 LH thread

...very close but there are a number of versions out there...

OD is .925, 10TPI - that OD is what I'm focusing on re: minor differences between brands

Where are you located? ON plate I see on your sled ;) I'm in Calgary....
re: PDM-30 nut stripped; I bought a PDM30 from a fellow and indeed the nut AND the leadscrew are worn to the point of excessive play. Mind me asking where you bought your parts from? KMS sells the machine but gave me the 'after warranty period, its not our problem' speech and I've tried a few King Canada depots but the prices are crazy....$138 + shipping for the nut and another $342 for the lead screw...
T
ttlrfrank
I didnt blame KMS for the quality/wear issue...I do take exception to their 'we wont help' in Calgary and have experienced on other items.
FWIW - KMS has a repairs/parts department in Conquitlam - they ask the other stores to direct customer requests to them...but they admitted that Calgary store seems to not be aware/refrains from mentioning that is an option.
Brian H
Brian H
I bought the nut from King, and yes, it was $140 ish bucks. The lead screw they sent me under warranty
Brian H
Brian H
@Susquatch you are 100% correct on the ease of keeping that oiled properly (or lack there of). I have been trying to come up with a way to make/ install a tube somewhere so it will oil directly on either side of the leadscrew nut. Copper tubing and some ingenuity with the mounting...years of fixing old farm machinery might pay off yet...LOL
I hope you get your wish! May we know what kind of factory you are bidding for? Machining business?
On my profile. What can I say, I am most likely the oldest one in this group. Seen a lot of things, good and bad. Also built a lot of things with my hands. Actually Sport Aviation is my hobby. Been to KOSH 42 consecutive years. Of those 15 times with my own handiwork. Have 2 Lindy's from there. 25 years worked in Air Canada's engine shop (Power Plant, Dorval)
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Susquatch
Susquatch
94 eh! Well that might well be the oldest! Gives me a new bar to aim for!

My dad was still driving at 94 too. Made the 9 hour drive to Manitoulin at least twice a year. He is gone now.

But driving is a lot easier than making stuff. Are you still machining too?
Z
Ziggy
Yes, I do make things when the need arises. Not as often as when I was making "Homebuilt Airplanes".
Transport Canada was on my back to give up flying for my pleasure.
I do have an Atlas 6 in. lathe with a milling attachment to play with. Also an Atlas Shaper in good condition but I don't have much use for that, perhaps should sell it. The lathe is a keeper for now.
Susquatch
Susquatch
Awesome! You are my newest hero!

I live south of Chatham in SW Ontario. Look me up if you are ever out this way.
Welcome fellow aviator, it looks to me (if that is your picture) you are standing next to an RV 4 or is it a 6 ?.,
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