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Grizzly G0704 Cnc Conversion
I got a grizzly g0704 yesterday and am planning to convert it to cnc as soon as I can. I don't have any metal machining experience so this should be very interesting. Stay tuned for pictures and...
View ArticleJet Technical Support
I thought I had posted this before but do not see it anywhere so here it is again. It seems that human nature is to complain when things go poorly and not say much when things go well. Going against...
View ArticleAtlas 954 Lathe
This lathe was given to me by some friends whose neighbor gave it to them many moons ago. It has sat in a barn since then. All the shafts turned freely from the start. The motor runs (I rewired it...
View ArticleTungsten Electrode Grinder
I am in the process of learning how to TIG. Proper grinding of the electrode makes a difference, so after spending a month grinding on a dedicated bench grinder, I decided to see what is available on...
View ArticleGearbox Shift Lever Replacement 9a
I recently purchased a used Southbend 9A lathe (1954) and am in the process of restoring it. The right tumbler lever on the gearbox is broken. I am guessing that something heavy was dropped on it. The...
View ArticleLigo Trip Photos
I went to LIGO (Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory) on the Hanford Reservation outside the Tri-Cities, Washington, with my daughter yesterday on her Explorers field trip. It was...
View ArticleMini Mill Rotary Table
I was planning to purchase a 4” rotary table for my HF mini mill. Then I came across the 5” rotary table from Grizzly. http://www.grizzly.com/products/5-Rotary-Table/T25937?utm_campaign=zPage Along...
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Google Ad Banners
So, are google ad banners at the top of each thread a new feature of the site since the update? View attachment 130151 This or something like it is showing up when ever I go to a thread to look at the...
View ArticleNeed A Second Opinion
I am needing some input about a deal I am / was trying to make on a lathe. Lathe is an older JET GHB-1340 with the two tumbler levers on the quick change box and not the newer rotary knobs. Went to...
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Anyone Recognize This Surface Grinder
In a quest to fill the space where the Logan shaper was I ran across this little grinder. From a brief email he said the chuck was 6x12, and he only used it for sharpening. I don't even know enough...
View ArticleG4003g Rig
I recently purchased a G4003G. The manual states the spindle switch has been revised. From what I gather the spindle switch was previously recessed. The revision places the spindle switch in a small...
View ArticleSilence With Steam
This may be considered a frivolous and naive question (I have zero experience to go on) but is it possible to make an almost silent steam engine? Every one I've heard has clanks, clicks and bongs and...
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End Mill Lubrication
What are you guys using when milling aluminum? So far I'm using WD40 I've also tried spray silicone What's the best lubrication to use?
View ArticleLogan bearings
I received thw manual and parts document from Logan today...and having bought the ' copies" that are available on E-bay i have to say "KUDOS to Scott logan" for providing a very complete instruction...
View ArticleLeblond Regal
Looking for parts for a Leblond Regal 13" lathe. Thread dial, possibly tool post slide. Does anyone know of one being scrapped out?
View ArticleMinnesota!!!!!!
wish i had room.. the price is right!!!! http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/for/5605374808.html
View ArticleFinding center...
Just finished my first lathe part (here). Now, I need to drill a hole (and counterbore) in its side perfectly aligned (very close) radially. I have a small round column mill (RF31). I planned to chuck...
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Full Profile Comp
First attempt at this. Bought enough 4140 to make about 3 of these. Threading almost done. And first 'oops'. Threading to a shoulder instead of milling out the first chamber to eliminate the shoulder....
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6" Atlas
Well, figured I would jump in on this part of the site as well. Have owned this little guy for a while now. Use it mostly to turn skate wheels so far, but....... Goes well with the Bridgeport and South...
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