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Neat Stuff / Remote control log skidder
« Last post by pycoed on February 18, 2024, 05:53:23 PM »
If you haven't come across Watch Wes Work on Youtube, then I heartily recommend his channel. This latest episode :-


is, I think, the best explanation of complex electronic, hydraulic & mechanical systems I've ever seen :clap:
 A classic candidate for Mad Modder!
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Tools / Re: Fitting a Multifix Aa
« Last post by John Rudd on February 15, 2024, 10:11:09 AM »
I'd just put a toolholder in and set it with a square.

I do that all the time, especially with parting and threading tools where it matters to be square on to the job…
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Tools / Re: Fitting a Multifix Aa
« Last post by philf on February 15, 2024, 08:42:37 AM »

[\quote] I know this is a bigger Multifix but clearly shows the holes at the top.
Phil.
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Yes I have taken the top off and they are definitely blind holes , it seems the larger Multifix has through holes but not small ones.
I ended up turning a pointed stud inserting it in hole squaring holder and tapping with a soft hammer and it marked it just enough for me to centre punch and drill , all back together now.
Dell

Glad you've got it sorted!
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Tools / Re: Fitting a Multifix Aa
« Last post by philf on February 15, 2024, 08:40:54 AM »
Dell,
What sort of knurling tool are you using?
The clamp style knurling tool is far better for your lathe than the standard (one sided) type and isn't likely to move your tool post.
Phil.
It is a scissor type and the tool turned away from the headstock causing holder to turn.
Dell
PS I have got it setup in rear tool post now so shouldn’t be a problem now.

I also use my clamp style knurling tool in the rear toolpost.
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Tools / Re: Fitting a Multifix Aa
« Last post by Dell on February 15, 2024, 04:32:23 AM »

[\quote] I know this is a bigger Multifix but clearly shows the holes at the top.
Phil.
[/quote]

Yes I have taken the top off and they are definitely blind holes , it seems the larger Multifix has through holes but not small ones.
I ended up turning a pointed stud inserting it in hole squaring holder and tapping with a soft hammer and it marked it just enough for me to centre punch and drill , all back together now.
Dell
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Tools / Re: Fitting a Multifix Aa
« Last post by Dell on February 15, 2024, 04:26:11 AM »
Dell,
What sort of knurling tool are you using?
The clamp style knurling tool is far better for your lathe than the standard (one sided) type and isn't likely to move your tool post.
Phil.
It is a scissor type and the tool turned away from the headstock causing holder to turn.
Dell
PS I have got it setup in rear tool post now so shouldn’t be a problem now.
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Tools / Re: Fitting a Multifix Aa
« Last post by philf on February 14, 2024, 06:00:38 AM »
Dell,

I've done a bit more Googling and have found sections through the toolpost and even a photo of a spare body. All show through holes! Have you taken the top cover off to have a look?

I know this is a bigger Multifix but clearly shows the holes at the top.



Phil.
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Tools / Re: Fitting a Multifix Aa
« Last post by philf on February 14, 2024, 04:35:00 AM »
Dell,
What sort of knurling tool are you using?
The clamp style knurling tool is far better for your lathe than the standard (one sided) type and isn't likely to move your tool post.
Phil.
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Tools / Re: Fitting a Multifix Aa
« Last post by Dell on February 14, 2024, 02:58:02 AM »
That’s what I had done up until now but when I last used a knurling tool the whole lot moved hence wanting to add a single pin.
Dell
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Tools / Re: Fitting a Multifix Aa
« Last post by philf on February 13, 2024, 05:57:40 PM »
I'd just put a toolholder in and set it with a square.
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