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29th Jan 2022, 12:20 PM
Thread: 12 inch rotary table & chuck
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NSW SOLD to Ethan awaiting delivery
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24th Jan 2022, 06:29 PM
Thread: 12 inch rotary table & chuck
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NSW Hi Ethan It weighs a lot and costs for freight...
Hi Ethan
It weighs a lot and costs for freight would be high. If you message me and give me your details I might be able to organise something.
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21st Jan 2022, 05:49 PM
Thread: 12 inch rotary table & chuck
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NSW 12 inch rotary table & chuck
I have for sale a Vertex 12inch rotary table with chuck $650. Have never used it as its too large for my needs.
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4th Jan 2022, 06:13 PM
Thread: Unknown Tool
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Thanks China What RPM should the spindle be...
Thanks China
What RPM should the spindle be used at?
Now I know what it is what can I use it for? Having the dovetail fitting can open up its uses as a tool. Im open to suggestions. -
3rd Jan 2022, 07:36 PM
Thread: Unknown Tool
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You might be on the money there Dave. I was...
You might be on the money there Dave. I was thinking something used in valve grinding but your explanation makes more sense. Doing a quick google search cant find any pantographs with a dovetail...
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3rd Jan 2022, 11:43 AM
Thread: Cincinnati 1 1/2 Tool and Cutter Grinder
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We are all on a budget Dave but we still find a...
We are all on a budget Dave but we still find a way to buy things we might need one day. The term is tool junkies. hahaha.
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3rd Jan 2022, 11:32 AM
Thread: Unknown Tool
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Unknown Tool
I recently purchased an old Cincinnati tool grinder that came with various bits and pieces. There is one item that I am not sure what its used for and I dont think its for this machine as it has a...
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3rd Jan 2022, 10:04 AM
Thread: Cincinnati 1 1/2 Tool and Cutter Grinder
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Could be an end mill sharpener. Might post some...
Could be an end mill sharpener. Might post some pictures on the general discussion forum and see what happens.
As for the oil it does sound a bit steep but 20 ltr should last two lifetimes.... -
29th Dec 2021, 04:46 PM
Thread: Cincinnati 1 1/2 Tool and Cutter Grinder
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I would also like to know what this is? It came...
I would also like to know what this is? It came with the tool grinder. Looks like it takes some sort of collet at the front but seems to spin freely. At the rear there is a toggle that when you...
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29th Dec 2021, 04:37 PM
Thread: Cincinnati 1 1/2 Tool and Cutter Grinder
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Thanks Dave By expensive for ISO 3 spindle...
Thanks Dave
By expensive for ISO 3 spindle oil, how much do you mean?
Another option might be to remove the whole spindle and simply fit a bench grinder to it. You could even mount the grinder... -
27th Dec 2021, 05:16 PM
Thread: Cincinnati 1 1/2 Tool and Cutter Grinder
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Merry Christmas to all. I finally got around...
Merry Christmas to all.
I finally got around to picking up my tool grinder. Couldnt believe how heavy it was. My poor old engine crane struggled a little. It was a difficult extraction and took a... -
25th Nov 2021, 01:04 PM
Thread: Jacobs 3A Chuck Key
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No luck with McJing or Moyles. Why is this so...
No luck with McJing or Moyles. Why is this so hard?
I will try Blackwoods but after calling them yesterday they couldnt confirm if they have a chuck key that will match. -
25th Nov 2021, 09:46 AM
Thread: Jacobs 3A Chuck Key
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I will try McJings. Its only 5 min away. Keep...
I will try McJings. Its only 5 min away. Keep forgetting they are there.
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25th Nov 2021, 07:57 AM
Thread: Jacobs 3A Chuck Key
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Thanks Nev Unfortunately that item is located in...
Thanks Nev
Unfortunately that item is located in the UK. I would rather support an Australian seller. I rang around yesterday to few suppliers but none could confirm if they had anything to match. ... -
25th Nov 2021, 07:52 AM
Thread: Cincinnati 1 1/2 Tool and Cutter Grinder
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I am hoping to pick mine up in a week or two....
I am hoping to pick mine up in a week or two. Will keep you updated.
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25th Nov 2021, 07:45 AM
Thread: Freebie: soluble oil
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PM sent
PM sent
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24th Nov 2021, 12:24 PM
Thread: Jacobs 3A Chuck Key
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Thanks for that. I have taken the chuck with me...
Thanks for that. I have taken the chuck with me on several drives with no success.
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24th Nov 2021, 11:58 AM
Thread: Cincinnati 1 1/2 Tool and Cutter Grinder
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Hows the restoration going? Any more pics to...
Hows the restoration going? Any more pics to share?
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24th Nov 2021, 11:51 AM
Thread: Jacobs 3A Chuck Key
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Jacobs 3A Chuck Key
Im having trouble locating a Suitable chuck key for a Jacobs 3A chuck here in Australia. Now there is a very good possibility my internet search skills are not up to scratch so if someone could steer...
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17th Nov 2021, 04:41 PM
Thread: Unknown Milling Machine
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I did see this for sale the other day. It looks...
I did see this for sale the other day. It looks to have a similar style base and looks of the same vintage. Unfortunately my eye sight is not so good and I cant read the manufacturers name. I have...
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17th Nov 2021, 01:08 PM
Thread: Unknown Milling Machine
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Still no luck guys. I have tried US sites but...
Still no luck guys. I have tried US sites but still no luck.
Could anyone tell me if this machine might have been made her in Australia. Did any companies manufacture mills early last century? -
13th Nov 2021, 09:06 AM
Thread: Gears for sale Sydney
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24th Oct 2021, 02:26 PM
Thread: Unknown Milling Machine
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I had a good look around and these machines look...
I had a good look around and these machines look very close but I dont think mine is a Denbigh. My back gear shaft is on the opposite side, overarm support is curved, base is different. It looks very...
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23rd Oct 2021, 11:16 AM
Thread: Unknown Milling Machine
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They do look similar but my one is a floor...
They do look similar but my one is a floor standing unit. The benchtop model does not have the backgear shaft off to one side. I had a look on Vintagemachinery.org but nothing definitive. They might...
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22nd Oct 2021, 01:02 PM
Thread: Unknown Milling Machine
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Would it be possible that this machine was made...
Would it be possible that this machine was made here in Australia? Did we have any manufacturers for these types of milling machines?
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21st Oct 2021, 12:06 PM
Thread: Unknown Milling Machine
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Definitely not a Diamond. Too many differences. ...
Definitely not a Diamond. Too many differences.
It looks like a Fox but the base is different and my machine has a backgear/secondry shaft located on the left hand side. Fox does not have this. It... -
20th Oct 2021, 07:32 PM
Thread: Unknown Milling Machine
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Hi Zsteve I checked with a proper pitch gauge....
Hi Zsteve
I checked with a proper pitch gauge. The threads looked sharp and at 60 degrees. There was no deviation from the pitch gauge. I did also check a bsw thread to satisfy my curiosity and... -
20th Oct 2021, 09:43 AM
Thread: Unknown Milling Machine
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Hi Caskwarrior I measured a few fasteners and...
Hi Caskwarrior
I measured a few fasteners and I believe they are UNC. One was 5/16 18TPI and the other is 7/16 14TPI.
I also measured the X and Y leadscrews. Square thread. see attached.
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18th Oct 2021, 01:06 PM
Thread: Unknown Milling Machine
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Unknown Milling Machine
Hi Everyone
I am hoping someone on here can help me identify this milling machine. The manufacturer was probably located on the door which is missing. I have scoured the internet without much... -
4th Sep 2021, 06:04 PM
Thread: Cincinnati 1 1/2 Tool and Cutter Grinder
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Nice work Keep updating with photos. This...
Nice work
Keep updating with photos. This will be a very interesting rebuild.
Once I get my hands on mine we can compare notes. I only have one dodgy photo not worth sharing. -
31st Aug 2021, 11:54 AM
Thread: Cincinnati 1 1/2 Tool and Cutter Grinder
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Hi Baner I believe its a Cincinnati 1 1/2...
Hi Baner
I believe its a Cincinnati 1 1/2 universal tool and cutter grinder. Heres a link to the instruction manual. This is a thorough instruction manual. From the literature it looks like these... -
30th Aug 2021, 06:20 PM
Thread: A tale of two chucks
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Just want to send a big thank you shout out to...
Just want to send a big thank you shout out to forum member Stix012 for sending me a set of outside jaws for my 190mm chuck. Perfect fit.
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27th Aug 2021, 12:12 PM
Thread: Help with Tuning RF-45 Mill
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I had a similar problem. It could just be an...
I had a similar problem.
It could just be an easy fix. Firstly check the bolts that hold your column. See if they are torqued up. Sometimes backing them off and cleaning out the hole, cleaning... -
18th Aug 2021, 11:22 AM
Thread: A tale of two chucks
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Thanks WCD Good advise but with lockdown its...
Thanks WCD
Good advise but with lockdown its very difficult at the moment. I have been PMd by another member who might have a set for the larger chuck. I will pull out my box of jaws and go... -
18th Aug 2021, 11:18 AM
Thread: Wanted Tool Cutter Grinder
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Thanks Nigel Well offcourse every man needs...
Thanks Nigel
Well offcourse every man needs 2-3 tool grinders. Im happy to wait for the right one to come around. Need something bigger than a D-Bit grinder but wouldnt hurt to experiment with... -
17th Aug 2021, 06:14 PM
Thread: Wanted Tool Cutter Grinder
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Still looking. Anyone out there?
Still looking. Anyone out there?
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17th Aug 2021, 12:48 PM
Thread: A tale of two chucks
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Please find attached measurements for chuck jaws....
Please find attached measurements for chuck jaws. All measurements are taken with verniers. Best I could do and apologies for the drawings. I should have paid more attention in tech drawing at school...
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16th Aug 2021, 02:39 PM
Thread: A tale of two chucks
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All good points and unfortunately with Covid...
All good points and unfortunately with Covid lockdowns I cant go anywhere. Just thought that someone out there had one of these chucks maybe damaged etc and had a spare set of outside jaws. You never...
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15th Aug 2021, 02:23 PM
Thread: A tale of two chucks
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A tale of two chucks
Hi everyone. Im new to this forum and thought I would try my luck to see if anyone might be able to help me with my problem of trying to locate outside jaws for my two chucks. There is no...
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13th Aug 2021, 05:31 PM
Thread: Vintage Drill Press
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Vintage Drill Press
Anyone interested in restoring a vintage drill press. Heres one on Grays. Looks like a good project. Good luck everyone https://www.grays.com/lot/0300-5045845/memorabilia/vintage-drill-press
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8th Aug 2021, 04:35 PM
Thread: Wanted Tool Cutter Grinder
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Very interesting Didnt quite see how he...
Very interesting
Didnt quite see how he converted the spindexer with air bearing.
Still looking for a tool grinder. Anyone? -
6th Aug 2021, 04:45 PM
Thread: Wanted Tool Cutter Grinder
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I want it. Can I have it? :)
I want it. Can I have it?
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6th Aug 2021, 02:55 PM
Thread: Wanted Tool Cutter Grinder
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Thanks for the replies. I have seen a few...
Thanks for the replies.
I have seen a few different options that have their own merits and seem to work very well but none can sharpen the flutes, which I find critical in end mills.
I have a... -
4th Aug 2021, 06:12 PM
Thread: Wanted Tool Cutter Grinder
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Wanted Tool Cutter Grinder
Hi everyone
Im a new member to this site and appreciate all the knowledge to be found here. I have been tinkering on and off as a hobbyist but due to circumstances beyond my control I am now house...