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13th December 2019, 11:42 PM
Thread: Heavy duty Velcro.
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Is this what you are after? Hook & Loop...
Is this what you are after?
Hook & Loop Converter Sheet - 115 mm x 280 mm
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29th April 2018, 07:55 PM
Thread: "Hand" of a portable circular saw
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"Hand" of a portable circular saw
I bought a Metabo corded circular saw some decades age, mainly because it had a riving knife which was not so common as now. However I have always disliked using it because when holding it (in my...
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If it was mine, I would be very tempted to get...
If it was mine, I would be very tempted to get the ram done as an iron casting. The shape is not overly complex and I think would not need a core, it would look authentic and minimise machining, as...
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29th July 2015, 08:08 PM
Thread: Stuck chuck ....
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Congratulations - a struggle crowned with...
Congratulations - a struggle crowned with success!
I hope you downed an ale afterwards to celebrate.
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26th July 2015, 01:01 AM
Thread: Spindle Weld Repair.
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Hi Phil, Impressive repair! Did the...
Hi Phil,
Impressive repair!
Did the bearings need replacement as well?
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11th July 2015, 09:14 PM
Thread: Source of granite surface plate, squares etc
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While you're about it, may as well use the new...
While you're about it, may as well use the new square as a reference edge to epoxy the two broken bits together.
Granite being non-ductile, they should key together almost perfectly, and if you... -
23rd June 2015, 12:16 AM
Thread: Dynamic v static balancing
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Michael, I'm rusty on this, but here goes....
Michael,
I'm rusty on this, but here goes.
The out of balance forces relate to the size of any unbalanced masses, their distance from the axis of rotation and the square of the rotational speed.... -
20th June 2015, 11:34 PM
Thread: Dynamic v static balancing
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I'm not sure about balancing rings, but expect...
I'm not sure about balancing rings, but expect that static balancing of the individual pulley sheaves would get you close (I think that's what you were suggesting), and much better than static...
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That's a wonderful site. I am compelled to read...
That's a wonderful site. I am compelled to read it through from end to end.
Thanks indeed!
Cheers,
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17th June 2015, 12:08 AM
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Sticky: Kryn, Sorry about that - try this:...
Kryn,
Sorry about that - try this:
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/121679345410?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2661&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
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16th June 2015, 09:03 PM
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Sticky: A tropical bargain project?
Fleabay item 121679345410
It's a Deckel S1, a rare bird in Australia I would think, likely missing most of the parts that would make it a truly outstanding T&C grinder. I am only posting... -
5th June 2015, 12:55 PM
Thread: todays tools gloat
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Don't worry, we will soon see a 'Chindicator' for...
Don't worry, we will soon see a 'Chindicator' for $29.95 including postage.
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25th May 2015, 06:31 PM
Thread: todays tools gloat
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Congratulations - what a haul! Maybe a mic...
Congratulations - what a haul!
Maybe a mic head set up to sense contact with a tensioned reference wire?
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24th May 2015, 12:59 PM
Thread: A need for inspiration on drive system
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I could offer some thoughts but I cannot see...
I could offer some thoughts but I cannot see clearly in your photos which belts need to be moved for the speed changes. Might be good to post more photos showing details of the setup.
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16th May 2015, 09:58 PM
Thread: Myford Bed Regrinding
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MTA in Sydney
MTA (Machine Tool Automation, the updated name for Hardwick and Tatam) is one of the long established Sydney machine tool rebuilding firms that is still going. There is (was?) also Grout and...
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11th May 2015, 02:21 PM
Thread: Loose MT2 in Pedestal Drill Spindle
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A rather quick (some would say dirty) method I...
A rather quick (some would say dirty) method I once used to improve a damaged drillpress taper due to the PO allowing tooling to spin in the socket:
1. Take a morse taper finshing reamer;
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6th May 2015, 11:22 PM
Thread: Another Painting Query
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I have yet to try the interesting possibility...
I have yet to try the interesting possibility posted by Ropetangler -
https://www.woodworkforums.com/showthread.php?t=162447&p=1580641#post1580641
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24th April 2015, 09:59 AM
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To reduce the possibility of damage it would help...
To reduce the possibility of damage it would help to ask the sender to prepare the machine by removing vulnerable bits (such as the tool slide handle - or possibly the whole tool slide) and pack...
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29th March 2015, 07:24 PM
Thread: To fix a problem, stick on a label!
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To fix a problem, stick on a label!
Had to laugh when I saw this in Bunnings..
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.. but why leave it on display?
Cheers,
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25th March 2015, 08:13 PM
Thread: Can anyone help me identify this mill drill?
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Hi Burner, The captive ring and C-washer are...
Hi Burner,
The captive ring and C-washer are correct as per the Arboga system. You may need to make different "ID" C-washers for different sizes of tooling, and may also need a few spacer rings... -
24th March 2015, 07:55 PM
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Who knows, but cast iron is brittle, and with a...
Who knows, but cast iron is brittle, and with a heavy headstock like that maybe just a fall off a pallet would do it.
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23rd March 2015, 03:46 PM
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That's sad. Fell on its face most likely. I have...
That's sad. Fell on its face most likely.
I have seen it happen due to incompetent handling when moving a lathe.
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20th March 2015, 10:13 PM
Thread: My new toy, Deckel FP1
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Peter, The one you saw drives the coolant pump. ...
Peter,
The one you saw drives the coolant pump. I think the shaft carrying the upper sprocket of the pump chain is driven by another chain located behind the V belt cover.
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19th March 2015, 08:39 PM
Thread: My new toy, Deckel FP1
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Peter, There are two chains - one for the power...
Peter,
There are two chains - one for the power feed drive, and a lower one for the coolant pump - there is no adjustment for wear (at least not on my FP1).
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18th March 2015, 11:39 PM
Thread: My new toy, Deckel FP1
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Hi Peter, If you have not done it already, it...
Hi Peter,
If you have not done it already, it would be good to add oil to the saddle reservoir. The reservoir is intended to be filled regularly, and the oil then slowly runs down through various... -
12th March 2015, 10:59 PM
Thread: Hercus Mill Operators Manual
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Thanks Lyle - that's perfect for me. Regards,...
Thanks Lyle - that's perfect for me.
Regards,
Bill -
11th March 2015, 08:25 PM
Thread: Hercus Mill Operators Manual
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Thanks for that photo Nev, and thanks also Lyle -...
Thanks for that photo Nev, and thanks also Lyle - I am interested in the speed range of the 16 speed version, in particular the top speed.
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10th March 2015, 08:23 PM
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Sticky: Hi Metalman, What is the weight of the Victoria...
Hi Metalman,
What is the weight of the Victoria DH?
Cheers,
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10th March 2015, 08:20 PM
Thread: Hercus Mill Operators Manual
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Spindle speeds please
A work colleague has an "O" mill but does not know the spindle speeds - any info would be appreciated.
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2nd March 2015, 11:40 PM
Thread: My new toy, Deckel FP1
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Peter, In case all else fails: I found a photo...
Peter,
In case all else fails:
I found a photo that shows how to get to the top of the X feed control shaft so it can be removed - at least on my version of the FP1.
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2nd March 2015, 11:06 AM
Thread: My new toy, Deckel FP1
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Peter, The spherical part must be free to slide...
Peter,
The spherical part must be free to slide along the shift lever otherwise the whole thing will lock up, so no grub screw is needed.
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2nd March 2015, 12:14 AM
Thread: My new toy, Deckel FP1
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Peter, Busted screw in that location sounds...
Peter,
Busted screw in that location sounds nasty. See photo of the complete shaft (taken when I had the saddle completely apart because it had been lubed with grease!). I removed the shaft by... -
1st March 2015, 10:27 PM
Thread: My new toy, Deckel FP1
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Peter, I have attached some drawings of your...
Peter,
I have attached some drawings of your model FP1 feed gearing, showing the change gears and the shear pin. I presume your Deckel came with some change gears fitted to the feed gearbox. ... -
1st March 2015, 03:06 PM
Thread: My new toy, Deckel FP1
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Peter, ABB is a huge multinational electrical...
Peter,
ABB is a huge multinational electrical manufacturer based in Zurich, with a long history in heavy electrical industry.
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1st March 2015, 01:09 PM
Thread: My new toy, Deckel FP1
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That does apply to the FP1. Peter, It looks...
That does apply to the FP1.
Peter,
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11th February 2015, 10:44 PM
Thread: Remote control of the HUANYANG VFD
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Hi Mike, The Chipmaster actually has a...
Hi Mike,
The Chipmaster actually has a two-position lever on the headstock that selects either the geared (low speed) range or direct drive (the high speed range). The Kopp variator (as... -
9th November 2014, 11:57 AM
Thread: ER40 Collet nut dimensions
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Scott, Eccentricity of the ring measures at...
Scott,
Eccentricity of the ring measures at about 1.9mm offset from collet axis to ring ID axis. Once again, the average of two samples.
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8th November 2014, 10:57 PM
Thread: ER40 Collet nut dimensions
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Hi Scott, The ID is around 40.75mm, being the...
Hi Scott,
The ID is around 40.75mm, being the average of two samples I have - they differ by about .02mm.
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26th October 2014, 10:50 PM
Thread: cleaning surface plates and gauge blocks
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Hi Mark, At the October scraping course in...
Hi Mark,
At the October scraping course in Melbourne we used kero and clean lint free wipes to clean a granite plate. I noticed on one of the Suburban Tools videos the recommendation was... -
It's just what I need to check the flatness of my...
It's just what I need to check the flatness of my surface plate, etc.
(As long as I do not walk around too much during the process).
Cheers,
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6th October 2014, 07:47 PM
Thread: Istanbul's Rahmi Koc Museum of Industry
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Hi Phil, Are nuts generally to small A/F, or too...
Hi Phil,
Are nuts generally to small A/F, or too thin (or both), or lacking those rounded corners at the top?
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6th October 2014, 10:38 AM
Thread: Will there be another scraping class?
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Thanks Phil, Marco and Scotty
Well it was a great course, and I would like to record my appreciation to Phil for offering it and being the perfect course host, as well as freely sharing his skills and experience with us novices...
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30th September 2014, 08:33 PM
Thread: Will there be another scraping class?
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Lift from the motel please
Hi Greg,
A lift would be great. Just say the time and I will be ready out the front.
Cheers,
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23rd September 2014, 07:38 PM
Thread: Rust removing gel in Australia
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I've not seen Naval Jelly for years, but did buy...
I've not seen Naval Jelly for years, but did buy Evaporust which seems to be at least as effective.
When I do not want to immerse the part, a rag soaked in Evaporust can be used on the surface.
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17th September 2014, 10:36 PM
Thread: Centec2A - a (small) piece of history
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Ian, That's a great find, and it looks to be...
Ian,
That's a great find, and it looks to be in remarkably good condition considering the storage conditions.
There was a Centec mill on ebay - last year I think- located near Sydney.
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13th September 2014, 09:32 PM
Thread: Variable Frequency drive inverter
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That's a great post! I wish I had read that 5...
That's a great post!
I wish I had read that 5 years ago.
Cheers,
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6th September 2014, 09:25 PM
Thread: Few things I have seen for sale ATM
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(Drool.) I think that's a boring head, not the...
(Drool.) I think that's a boring head, not the high speed head for general milling.
If so it should fit several of the FP series machines.
Bill
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12th July 2014, 03:32 PM
Thread: my first mill
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Shifting the adapter
Aaron,
Do not try to get it out with the camera!:D
Seriously, this can be a major pain to remove.
I have read of people trying with a combination of heat, cold and force.
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9th July 2014, 12:08 AM
Thread: Linked belting
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Pippin, I asked about J section recently at a...
Pippin,
I asked about J section recently at a local bearing supplier (ABC Bearings, Silverwater) and they said there would not be a problem.
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6th July 2014, 11:28 PM
Thread: lathe test bar
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Another approach
FWIW I read (forgotton where) this method of checking the horizontal alignment of the TS without a test bar.
Take a short piece of round bar a little larger than the TS quill. Chuck it, then turn...