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16th Jan 2024, 04:27 PM
Thread: todays tools gloat
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Large Micrometers
Hi Kryn, you can/could get Mitutoyo micrometer length standards from MTI Qualos in Melbourne. Admittedly 25+ years ago I got some from them & was actually surprised how cheap! Especially when one was...
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9th Jan 2024, 10:26 AM
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Interesting machine
Steve
Looks like an interesting machine it would be interesting to know the asking price.
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28th Dec 2023, 12:58 PM
Thread: Jenson lathes
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Jensen Lathe
A very nice useable lathe with a lot of history.
There is something very desirable about these old machines.
I particularly like the Capstan Set Up, a very useful piece of equipment.
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22nd Oct 2023, 11:27 AM
Thread: Hercus tailstock quill thread
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Tailstock Quill
Yes I thought the same thing, thanks Bob, for the correct info.
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19th Oct 2023, 03:18 PM
Thread: Hercus tailstock quill thread
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Hercus 260 Tailstock Thread
i just checked mine & it appears to be 1/2" 12tpI Left Hand Thread of vee form however I would get confirmation from others to be sure.
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6th May 2023, 11:55 AM
Thread: Jen son lathes
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Name Plate on Lathe
My wifes uncle G E Vaughan started the electrical business in his backyard & then got a bigger business premises in Hill st Granville
They produced many electrical switches but not lathes.
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3rd May 2023, 11:15 AM
Thread: More free books
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60 degree Tool
The tool steel block was cut from solid, machined, then heat treated (hardened) then precision ground by setting at very accurate angles on surface grinder,
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2nd May 2023, 01:46 PM
Thread: More free books
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Thank you for the correction
Thanks Salv for the correction.
Yes, I rechecked & it should read 1/3 not 1/2
My eyesight is not as good as it once was !!!
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2nd May 2023, 12:03 PM
Thread: More free books
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Interesting Books
Very much worth a read !!
The Toolmakers Manual no 39 has an interesting sketch Figure 23 of a 60 degree block for measuring 3 fluted tools like taps etc
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2nd Apr 2023, 11:44 AM
Thread: Reference books
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SA Books
Both great books I have different editions of both of them, very useful references
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24th Jan 2023, 09:45 AM
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Drummond Lathe
Thanks for your message.
My first lathe was a Drummond Lathe also
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2nd Jan 2023, 09:11 AM
Thread: Lotze Power Hacksaw Query
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Lotze Hacksaw Machine
The machine looks good & has a lot of character.
The other plus is it does not take up a lot of space.
With frequent lube it will go forever!
Well done.
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31st Dec 2022, 12:48 PM
Thread: Lotze Power Hacksaw Query
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Lotze Hack Saw Machine
Bob
These are a solid little machine.
I used one of these back in about 1960 & I bet its still going strong.
I think it cut on the return stroke if thats of any assistance.
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31st Dec 2022, 12:43 PM
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Hercus Lathe
Worth Every bit of that !
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17th Oct 2022, 05:04 PM
Thread: Wolhaupter boring and facing head
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NSW Andre Good to see you are still into machining....
Andre
Good to see you are still into machining.
I mentioned to Bob in WA its been 10 yrs since we were together on the same bench in Melb on the Scraping Course.
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17th Oct 2022, 12:34 PM
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Good to hear about your Hercus parts Bob I have...
Good to hear about your Hercus parts Bob
I have not been using my Turret Attachment for some time as dont seem to have enough repetitive jobs to justify the set up needed.
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8th Nov 2021, 10:01 AM
Thread: Butchered topslide Hercus 9"
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Parting off On Hercus lathe
Some years back I installed an extended cross slide to my Hercus 260 lathe & use an inverted rear toolpost for parting off.
This is a very solid & convenient unit as it stays in position clamped all... -
24th Oct 2021, 10:10 AM
Thread: Unknown Milling Machine
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Yes I agree with Dave its got the looks of a Denbigh.
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21st Jul 2021, 12:02 PM
Thread: Rotary table for O mill
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Drawing with Tee Square
Bob
A very nice drawing with meaningful imperial dimensions ( for me anyway)
Yes, I still have a few Tee squares & drawing board as well as large drawing machine.
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21st Mar 2021, 09:39 PM
Thread: A dazzling piece of luck
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Cataract Operation
Baron J
I had the Cataract operation on both eyes 8 yrs ago at 71 yrs old.
Absolutely fantastic !
My eyes have marvellous vision now & I do use glasses for reading or close up work, apart from... -
19th Mar 2021, 01:19 PM
Thread: TAFE project die holder
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Cast iron block exercise
Snapey
Agreed.....
I can recall working on the same project at Ultimo Sydney Tech.
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21st Feb 2021, 03:54 PM
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Shaublin Lathe
I worked at AWA during my Toolmaking Apprentice years from 1957 to 1964 & can be certain that no lathes like this were built at AWA Ashfield NSW
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29th Dec 2020, 09:54 AM
Thread: Apprentice Training Video
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Thanks for video
GuzziJohn
Thanks so much for the video.
It took me back 60 yrs to my apprentice days.
These times in many ways were the best years of my life !!
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18th Dec 2020, 09:56 AM
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Totally fantastic
Just interested in what bearings were used in the turbine?
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4th Dec 2020, 09:33 AM
Thread: Sheraton 9 A 1167
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Oil Grooves in bearings
I recall reading about oil grooves in Machinerys Handbook & just looked it up.
There is a detailed description of oil grooves in that reference book.
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3rd Dec 2020, 12:30 PM
Thread: Wot is it then?
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Toolmakers Clamps
Yes Grahame, this is a Toolmakers Clamp. I have a whole bunch of them different sizes all made as "foreign orders" during apprentice days.
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20th Nov 2020, 04:28 PM
Thread: Amta-Ward 2A turret/capstan lathe
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Capstan Lathe
Steve
I am a particular fan of Capstan Lathes & worked one of these as an apprentice 63 yrs ago, machining accurate & repetitive components.
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4th Nov 2020, 10:21 AM
Thread: Brooks TC Grinder.
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Very Innovative Work
Well done John
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Austin 7 car
Just interested in the model & year of the Austin 7 car that you had.
My first car was a 1938 big 7 & I often wish I still had it, learnt I lot about engines & repairs from that car.
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28th Mar 2020, 03:46 PM
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Sharpening angle for Tin Snips
Memory goes back to our Metalwork Teacher at Ashfield Tech Sydney & I can recall him telling us the angle to sharpen tin snips is 87 degrees. ( a bit less than 90 degrees)
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1st Mar 2020, 12:26 PM
Thread: A thread about oil. With a question.
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Dirt & Grit are big enemies of the lathe
From experience I believe the big enemies of lathe slides are filings & abrasive loose grit.
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19th Feb 2020, 04:33 PM
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Alignment pins on Hercus o Mill
Agreed, the Pins or Alignment Dowels work fine in the unhardened state.
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16th Feb 2020, 04:15 PM
Thread: Kipp Handle Dimension
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Length of Handle on 260 Hercus
Bob
The length of the handle on my Hercus 260 lathe is 3 13/16" or 97mm
All the best.
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12th Feb 2020, 11:32 AM
Thread: Buy face plate hercus 260 model atm
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Supply Souce for Hercus Faceplate
Try Australian Metalworking Hobbyist
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Contact Mal
He is sure to have a face plate.
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21st Nov 2019, 05:36 PM
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More Info on the Linisher
The red coloured belt tensioner & tracking device is a 3 M product called a "Backstand Idler" made & sold by 3M co where I worked 45 yrs ago the whole unit looks homemade as many were.
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29th Sep 2019, 01:51 PM
Thread: Macson 18" Shaper spruce up WIP
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Scraping Blue
Simon
I have tried various Prussian Blue powders & grease oil mixtures, without much luck.
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10th Sep 2019, 06:19 PM
Thread: Just got my first Hercus!
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Hercus machines
I am a great advocate for Hercus.
Been using Hercus Lathes for 60 years (since 1959) after cutting a square form thread, vise screw on a Hercus Lathe at Meadowbank Tech NSW, & realised their scope... -
4th Jul 2019, 10:29 AM
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More on the 260 lathe
Chris
No, I only fit it to the lathe as required. It is a very quick assembly.
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4th Jul 2019, 10:23 AM
Thread: Machining setup, thoughts needed
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Metric Problems
Phil
This metric stuff can cause problems at times.
You have done a great job.
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3rd Jul 2019, 05:19 PM
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Kilohertz & Jack620 Here is a photo of the cross...
Kilohertz & Jack620
Here is a photo of the cross slide stop I made... The stops plate is fastened to the saddle normally where a travelling steady would be fitted (fastened by the 2 existing tapped... -
3rd Jul 2019, 01:10 PM
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Another photo showing the Sherline Chuck in use...
Another photo showing the Sherline Chuck in use on the 260 lathe Hercus Indexer.
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2nd Jul 2019, 07:44 PM
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Yes Please
Jordan
Thanks for the offer, yes always willing to learn.
By the way, I have been reading your posts for years, & always find them informative.
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2nd Jul 2019, 05:27 PM
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A Photo Yippee !!!
Must have pulled the right trigger as scored one photo.
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2nd Jul 2019, 05:24 PM
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Hello everyone. I have a number of stored photos...
Hello everyone.
I have a number of stored photos on the computor & have just spent the last hour trying to transfer them by "Manage Photos" without any luck !!!
Please understand I am not good with... -
1st Jul 2019, 12:55 PM
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260 Hercus Indexer
Kilohertz
The Hercus Indexer is one of the most useful attachments I have, for the Hercus 260 Lathe.
I use it with 3C collets & 3 MT female adaptor & draw bar. Also purchased from the USA a... -
27th Jun 2019, 11:47 AM
Thread: Lifting points Power surface grinder
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Surface Grinding Machine, & Scraping.
Andre
We have not been in contact for a long time & it is good to hear that you are still into all of the metalworking.
It is also hard to believe we did the Scraping Course in Melb Victoria April... -
26th Jun 2019, 04:03 PM
Thread: Lifting points Power surface grinder
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Power Surface Grinder
Andre
Well done this will be a very handy machine.
Sorry I cant give any suggestions on lifting or moving it.
I can assist with grinding methods & general use, as have had plenty of experience,... -
21st Jun 2019, 03:09 PM
Thread: Brooks TC Grinder.
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Scraping
Yes agreed, I would hand scrape, it would rectify the problem.
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14th Feb 2019, 02:19 PM
Thread: 1910-era line shaft machine shop
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Mike Thanks for the input on your activities....
Mike
Thanks for the input on your activities. Glad you enjoyed working & demonstrating the B & S Mill.
Wish you were a bit closer as I would be visiting your workshop frequently !!!
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11th Feb 2019, 06:01 PM
Thread: 1910-era line shaft machine shop
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I also like these old machinery & tools, &...
I also like these old machinery & tools, & overhead shafting.
Particularly the Brown & Sharpe Mill with the "Dont Touch" sign on it, which means if I visited, I would have to touch.
The Capstan...