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  1. Thread: Chuck key

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    Hi guys, I just want to acknowledge...

    Hi guys,
    I just want to acknowledge Racingtadpole, who offered to make me a chuck key. Im only new to metalwork after many years at woodworking. His generosity is just terrific and much appreciated....
  2. Thread: Chuck key

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    I’d like to buy my files where you do!

    I’d like to buy my files where you do!
  3. Thread: Chuck key

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    It’s there looking right at you! When you find...

    It’s there looking right at you! When you find it, you’ll say to yourself “ now I remember putting it there”.
    I do that about twice a day.
  4. Thread: Chuck key

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    Fantastic! I’m so appreciative. Can’t wait to...

    Fantastic!
    I’m so appreciative. Can’t wait to use it now. Blackened as well!
  5. Thread: Chuck key

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    Looking good to me!

    Looking good to me!
  6. Thread: Chuck key

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    PM sent

    PM sent
  7. Thread: Chuck key

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    Thanks John, I’ll call them on monday

    Thanks John, I’ll call them on monday
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    Thanks Baron and others, I know I could just...

    Thanks Baron and others,
    I know I could just make one, but that was not why I made the posting.
    Cheers
  9. Thread: Chuck key

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    Thanks for the lead. I’ve tried Hairy Forbes,...

    Thanks for the lead.
    I’ve tried Hairy Forbes, 8mm ..10mm ..12mm .. 14 mm. Everything except 9 mm!
    I’ll check the other options, but just about out of ideas locally
  10. Thread: Chuck key

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    No, it’s a 9mm key as per the manufacturer Pratt...

    No, it’s a 9mm key as per the manufacturer Pratt Bernurd made for the hercus 260.
  11. Thread: Chuck key

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    Chuck key

    Hi,
    I can’t find a local source for a 9mm lathe chuck key! Does anyone know where I might find one?

    Cheers
  12. Thread: Hercus 260

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    It certainly had not seen much use. Everything is...

    It certainly had not seen much use. Everything is nice and tight. It’s a “C” version, but that’s ok for what I need. I bid at auction sight unseen, but the photos showed it had little use. Got it at...
  13. Thread: Hercus 260

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    386863386864 Pictures as requested after the...

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    Pictures as requested after the cleanup. Will install a single phase motor now, and perhaps a vfd later on the 3 phase.
  14. Thread: Hercus 260

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    I spent the afternoon with a toothbrush and the...

    I spent the afternoon with a toothbrush and the old standby Kero.
    It worked fine and looks great. Just read your advice Greg, Thankyou.
  15. Thread: Hercus 260

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    I was told to get some of the degreaser on...

    I was told to get some of the degreaser on another thread at repco too! I looked on the tin and specifically said not to use on paint. So, thanks for reinforcing not to use degreaser.

    Yes, the...
  16. Thread: Hercus 260

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    Hercus 260

    I’ve jus acquired an ex tafe lathe. It’s in great condition, but there is a bit of oil staining of the paint in some areas. I posted on another forum asking for some advice on using a degreaser to...
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    Thanks guys, most helpful. Just got to find one...

    Thanks guys, most helpful. Just got to find one for sale now!
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    Thanks tony, I’ve found plenty of info on what...

    Thanks tony,

    I’ve found plenty of info on what the serial numbers mean, but until now, not where to look.

    Cheers steve
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    Hercus 9” serial number location

    Hi guys,
    I’m looking to purchase a lathe, and the current owner has sent me some photos. It’s covered in bird poop.
    It’s definately a type A as it has a gearbox. I’m not sure where the serial...
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