Gauge Threads (type) And Carbon Brush Sourcing
Two hopefully quick questions. I want to make a couple of extended stems for my gauge (Or Gage if you prefer). It is just a bog standard Mitutoyo 0-10mm analog. As I don't have a thread gauge can...
View ArticleCountersink Question
Im the back of mind I seem to recall reading or being told that a for best results you should lightly countersink before tapping a hole. I'm making a list of small tooling I need to order and found at...
View ArticleMy New Toy: Burke Powermatic Millrite
Hey guys and gals, I still have my Standard Modern 13X40 lathe in my shop, and am slowly working on it, but no new updates on that. But, I did acquire a 1975 Burke Powermatic Millrite this last weekend...
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Newspaper Bin
This is a box I made for recycling newspaper. It looks somewhat flimsy, made of pine boards and birch dowels, but it has lasted quite a while. The pine has simple box joints, the dowels are just glued...
View ArticleFray All Angle
Anyone else out there have a Fray all angle milling machine? Mine is a number 7.
View ArticleThreading A 10/22 Barrel
So I am making some upgrades to my mini lathe. I want to try and thread my 10/22 barrel, after I practice a bit more. I know I need to align the barrel in the chuck by referencing the bore with an...
View ArticleKubota Diesel
Any one here with any experience with a 3 cylinder Kubota ? I got a 721D Grasshopper that won't start. *G*
View ArticleOld Lathe Threading Woes........what I Learned
I had a Grizzley 12" modern lathe for a decade and could cut the most beautiful threads. I would really whirl the machine when I was cutting the threads, like 400+ RPM and I could do it all day long....
View ArticleMaking Use Of The Space Below My Logan 850 Lathe
I just got my Logan 850 on Saturday. It took a lot of rearranging and dejunking to make room for it. I'm in a 1950's excuse for a 1-car garage (I realize that's more space than some have, and I'm...
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Bill M's Pm1340gt Setup
Well, I thought I'd go ahead and start a setup thread with a few pics for those of you who like 'em. This is the 3-phase motor and it's bruised fan cover. Can't tell if the fan itself or the motor is...
View ArticleD Nelson's 101.07402
Well, I finally got time to clean up and try out the 12 X 36 Craftsman lathe I recently purchased. I found the serial number, 1545 S, stamped on the far right of the ways. I was under the impression...
View ArticleTell Me About My Antique Watchmakers Lathe
Greetings! My name is Jake and I'm new to the forum. In fact, this is my first thread... ever... on any forum. So I apologize if this is in the wrong place or my pics aren't the right size. Please go...
View ArticleKen Elliott Promoted To Newbies (2-30 Posts)
We are pleased to announce that Ken Elliott has been promoted to the Newbies (2-30 Posts) usergroup.
View ArticleWhat Tools/materials Have Made Your Work Better?
Alright, I know that practice and skill are the bedrock of what we do, but I have an Amazon gift card coming for more than I would typically have at my disposal. There have been a few tools that I have...
View Article2 X 48 Belt Grinder (again)
I started on my belt grinder! I built this motor from scratch from scrap bin parts. I think it looks OK, although the capacitors are a little big. (Yes I know it reminds you of your ex but please...
View ArticleNew Guy Here, This Is My Sb Lathe
I just aquired a SB from my dad, it seems to be in pretty good shape (after a ton of cleaning) Ser.# is 48546 NAR10, does anyone know what year it was made? View attachment 125553 View attachment...
View ArticleLimit/home Switch Repeat Ability In Home Cnc
So I'm putting together my bridgeport, going to probably get the oiler and knee on this week/end. It's time to start thinking about the CNC stuff I'll be putting on it. On my previous cnc project, I...
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Atlas Horizontal mill
I located a horizontal mill, model MF, ser. number 000556, for sale about an hour away from me and am curious if anyone would have information they might be able to share. I realize it's a small...
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Bad Mitutoyo Calipers!
This seem crazy. I bought these 4" Mitutoyo calipers brand new from Amazon about a year ago: I have been having a lot of trouble fitting shafts into bearings recently and I could not figure out why. I...
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