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| John Rudd:
--- Quote from: Brass_Machine on February 20, 2013, 09:22:35 AM ---oooo. I like that! I will add that to the list! --- End quote --- Where will this end..? The list is growing... :D How about a cam lock for your tail stock? Dead easy to make from few scraps, the mini lathe I sold recently was modded in this way to make it a more attractive proposition.... |
| Brass_Machine:
I got into the shop for a short time this weekend. Didn't have a lot of time, I ended up forgetting to take pictures as I went. I got the leadscrew mounted up. Was fairly easy, just a little time consuming. It went like this: 1. Mock up 2. Test 3. Test again 4. Spot drill one hole 5. Remove everything 6. Drill the correct hole for the tap 7. Tap 8. Go to step 1 (repeat for all 4 holes) This was step 7 on the last hole to be tapped. Finally got it all assembled: You can't see it, but I have my cordless drill chucked up on the leadscrew off to the left. I ran the saddle up and down the bed a few times to ensure there was no binding. I am happy to report that all looks good. Still a little early but the motion seems much smoother than before. Just waiting on the new motor mount to arrive now. I may not be able to work on it in the next few days as I am studying for a test at work... Still deciding what color to paint it. Eric |
| vtsteam:
That looks great! :thumbup: |
| Stilldrillin:
That's a nice long bed, Eric! :) Don't forget the leadscrew handwheel......... :thumbup: David D |
| Rob.Wilson:
Looking good Eric :thumbup: New bed looks a canny bit longer , which will come in handy with the CNC build :dremel: Rob PS Hope the test went well. |
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