MadModder
The Shop => Tools => Topic started by: colin563 on May 23, 2010, 09:35:34 AM
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while im waiting to get my myford super 7
i thought i would look into a quick change toolpost
ive looked at the dickson toolpost but its to exspensive for me
also ive had the dickson type copy chinky version i didnt get on to well with it
so my thought was the model 100 from arc euro
http://arceurotrade.co.uk/Catalogue/Machines-Accessories/Lathe-Accessories/Tool-Posts
my question will this fit the myford toolpost and be able to adjust
i know i will have to make an adapter like a top hat with the myford thread inide it
i cant measure the myford as i need it in front of me
has anyone fitted this type of qctp or know if it will fit
thanks colin
ps when stand is painted and lathe put on i will post pics before someone says :worthless:
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Colin, there's a QCTP for a Myford 1/3 way down this page
http://www.rdgtools.co.uk/acatalog/MYFORD_LATHE_USERS_NEW1.html
Or is that the chinky Dickson that you didn't think so much of?
RDG say theirs fits on a 7/16" stud, so I presume the studs on Myfords are that size. Arc Euro give a stud diameter of 14mm for Model 100, so you might need to make a bigger stud. Or, if it comes with a stud, turn down and rethread the end which screws down into the topslide.
Andy
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yeah thats the chinky version ive tried
thanks andyf
colin
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myford sells one that works fine :thumbup:
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its a very toolpost what myford sells i just cant afford the price of it :(
thanks colin
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Colin, Take a look at this one. Exact same as the Arc Euro 100. Might be worth the extra postage if it isn't out of sight!!
http://cdcotools.com/
Joe
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thats a lot better price
just need to find out if this will fit myford s7
thanks colin
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Curious why you found the dickson type copy chinky version a problem. I have a dickson qctp on my Myford but could do with some more tool holders. Was looking at making some but as rdgtools are selling the holders for £10 it may be worth giving them a try.
Dave.
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i had the copy version on my 9x20 lathe i thoughtb the block was not made very well the cam that holds the toolholder
i chipped mine very easy
thats why i dont like them
but i think the toolholders will be ok
im thinking of buying the block & getting a few cheap chinky holders
thanks colin