Thread: Dropped my test indicator

Originally Posted by nearnexus

So now it looks like I will have two test indicators

Will have to send the Pope an email as this definitely qualifies as a miracle.

Rob

Saint Rob eh....

Hi Rob,

That's uncanny!
I have a measuremax DTI that I dropped onto the chip tray of my lathe a few months back. It broke so I too took it apart. I couldn't see any damage but it did appear as though a spring or something was missing that held the catch against the lever. I never found that mythical spring, so still it sits gathering dust in a drawer!

Simon

Originally Posted by simonl

Hi Rob,

That's uncanny!
I have a measuremax DTI that I dropped onto the chip tray of my lathe a few months back. It broke so I too took it apart. I couldn't see any damage but it did appear as though a spring or something was missing that held the catch against the lever. I never found that mythical spring, so still it sits gathering dust in a drawer!

Simon

Hi Simon,

Yes, mine just hit the drip tray with the probe.

Makes you wonder if a Mitutoyo would fare any better.

I did notice after reassembly that it's critical to get the two locating pins for the probe fulcrum just right for side play/thrust on the offset bush at the pivot point.

This bush sets/stops the side play and makes the little cam gear on the internal lever align with the roller gear in the mechanism.

Cheers

Rob

Have done the same thing with the Starret DI I have after servicing my chuck and retesting it last week. Bumped the magnetic mount while it was off and away the whole lot went onto my lap and floor bound As far as I could tell it only hit the side and face of the DI, still it was not working as it should. Pulled it all apart the and undone a few things re-aligned them and all is well again.

A Mitutoyo does not fare any better. I dropped a .0001" indicator onto my surface plate it still works but you can feel stick inside so I don't trust it no more

Originally Posted by welder

A Mitutoyo does not fare any better. I dropped a .0001" indicator onto my surface plate it still works but you can feel stick inside so I don't trust it no more

Andre I am a newbie and bought the Starret 2nd hand it was sticky when I got it, also the face was loose. I decided to have a go and open it up. To my surprise I found fine grit inside and yes the needle was sticking. A good clean was all it required. In doing that it gave me the confidence to again open it when I dropped it, One to check for bent shaft, Two to adjust and clean again.

Then I used to as a kid open old watches and clocks up and explore the inner workings.

How come no-one takes photos when they have these things apart?

Originally Posted by Bryan

How come no-one takes photos when they have these things apart?

Bryan I did the first time although not complete dismantle it is open to clean it I used a small paint brush and lint free cloth.

Originally Posted by Bryan

How come no-one takes photos when they have these things apart?

I hear the infestation of chronic camera shortage syndrome (CCSS) once confined to certain areas of Victoria is spreading northwards. I think we are safe in SA, NT, TAS and WA due to the natural barriers separating us but it shows the importance of border security and quarantine. Be alert but not alarmed!

Michael

Originally Posted by Michael G

I hear the infestation of chronic camera shortage syndrome (CCSS) once confined to certain areas of Victoria is spreading northwards. I think we are safe in SA, NT, TAS and WA due to the natural barriers separating us but it shows the importance of border security and quarantine. Be alert but not alarmed!

Michael

I think we are safe in SA, NT, TAS and WA

Don't be too sure. I cross the border on a daily basis via obscure back roads. There is no border security at all. I am somewhat concerned as I am on the path, so to speak, of the South and Westward drift of this scourge. I am actually in Victoria. I believe there is a major conspiracy happening that extends all the way to the Global Positioning System organisation. I had not worked this out until I read your post Michael. When I approach the border under the GPS navigation system, the screen refuses to show a crossing point. It tries to get me to go another way, even if this adds 100km to my trip.

On the other hand, maybe this is a security measure to try to thwart the insidious creep of this terrible infestation. I need to think long and hard about this whole matter. You have certainly given me food for thought.

Be Alert! Your country needs more Lerts.

Dean

I dropped my CTC dial test indicator with the mini mag base attached. It landed on the tip of the probe. The probe broke clean off. End of the road.

Dean

Originally Posted by Oldneweng

Don't be too sure. I cross the border on a daily basis via obscure back roads. There is no border security at all. I am somewhat concerned as I am on the path, so to speak, of the South and Westward drift of this scourge. I am actually in Victoria.

Dean

Have you noticed that all greenery, trees, shrubs etc stops at the Vic border as you enter SA.

It's almost like, OK the rest is just desert from here on, this is far enough, let those South Aussies have that crap country, whack up the border sign, and lets get to the pub for a beer.

Victorians.

Rob

Originally Posted by nearnexus

Have you noticed that all greenery, trees, shrubs etc stops at the Vic border as you enter SA.

It's almost like, OK the rest is just desert from here on, this is far enough, let those South Aussies have that crap country, whack up the border sign, and lets get to the pub for a beer.

Victorians.

Rob

Yeah, I keep wondering about that. No incentive to stay there. What a s%^t hole.

I still regard myself as a South Aussie, as we do little more than reside over the border, so I know about the secret.

Dean

I was under the impression that Adelade was only 1/2 behind vic. Last time I visited it seemed more like 50 years....

Simon

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