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6th Jan 2023, 10:53 PM
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Sign making with CNC router. Laminated boards
I have some signs to make and have been experimenting with the aluminium/plastic/ aluminium laminated panels used as sign board. I have found the white on black is reasonably successful but given the...
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21st Nov 2022, 06:36 PM
Thread: Wood bandsaw project
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Thanks Dave
What I am confused about is that many of the commercial units, many of them are available on eBay as replacement heads, have the rear or thrust bearing running on the face of the bearing rather than...
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21st Nov 2022, 08:46 AM
Thread: Wood bandsaw project
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Wood bandsaw project
I am not sure if this should go here or on the woodwork forum but the project is metal work so here goes.
I recently bought an unfinished project being a large band saw for resawing wood. It has... -
16th Jun 2021, 06:00 PM
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Ankor wax definitely
Ankor wax is considerably more UV stable than Penetrol.
Both are excellent products at slowing rust in all the exposed areas where paint is gone or thin. Some folk say Penetrol wicks into seams... -
21st Apr 2021, 02:21 PM
Thread: Metal and wood vertical bandsaw?
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Thanks to all for the responses.
It is pretty much what I expected. Compromises are full of compromises. Thanks all
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20th Apr 2021, 07:29 PM
Thread: Metal and wood vertical bandsaw?
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Metal and wood vertical bandsaw?
I can see some conflict in using a bandsaw for both, ie sawdust vs metal shavings, but in a budget and space confined environment how successfully can one use a dual purpose vertical band saw? Any...
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20th Apr 2021, 07:13 PM
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1st Feb 2021, 05:18 PM
Thread: Bridgeport Oil lines.
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Thanks Greg, that is what I have done as I still...
Thanks Greg, that is what I have done as I still cannot find anywhere lacking oil. However the thing that is bothering me is that it has a fitting in it for an oil line the same as all other ports so...
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29th Jan 2021, 10:18 AM
Thread: Bridgeport Oil lines.
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Thanks Dave Unfortunately this only shows pretty...
Thanks Dave
Unfortunately this only shows pretty much what I have.
I am going to block the spare hole and pump the unit until I have oil everywhere then see if I can find a way or something that... -
29th Jan 2021, 08:00 AM
Thread: Bridgeport Oil lines.
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Bridgeport Oil lines.
Hi I am assembling a Bridgeport that I bought as a basket case and seem to have 1 oil port too many for the number of lube points the machine has.
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13th Oct 2020, 06:12 AM
Thread: WTB Bridgeport tooling collets R8
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WTB Bridgeport tooling collets R8
I am chasing collets, tooling and a vice for my series 1 Bridgeport.
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26th May 2020, 03:45 PM
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R8 Boring bar/tools Emco V11 steady and tool holders
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As the title suggests I am chasing tooling for an old Bridgeport, collets, assorted cutters a boring bar etc.
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12th Nov 2019, 02:38 PM
Thread: Is there a 'best' way?
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I MIG mine back together then use a cutoff wheel...
I MIG mine back together then use a cutoff wheel to gently dress the weld. It is easier with a cutoff wheel to avoid undercutting the band than it is with a grinding wheel. Technically not meant to...
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26th Oct 2019, 08:02 PM
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Apologies if I am incorrect on this. I will...
Apologies if I am incorrect on this. I will recheck the manual tomorrow and let you know what I find but I am pretty certain it stated grease. It does seem wrong to me as grease would hold more...
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26th Oct 2019, 07:56 PM
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tool holders
Actually after posting I looked at your tool holder more closely and it looks different to mine and looks symmetrical so as far as I know it looks like you might be in luck with the Dickson type...
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26th Oct 2019, 06:24 PM
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Lovely lathe, I have one too. Apparently there...
Lovely lathe, I have one too.
Apparently there are two different style QCTP fitted. one is symmetrical and is a Dickson type, I cannot recall the number but if you search on here I had a reply to a... -
24th Jun 2019, 06:59 PM
Thread: Buying a new Mill.....Advice Please
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Found it for you.
I am not affiliated with this seller and have not inspected it so caveat emptor.
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24th Jun 2019, 06:53 PM
Thread: Buying a new Mill.....Advice Please
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Bridgeport on Gumtree
Check Gumtree. There was a nice Bridgeport series 1 with step pulley head and power feed on the x axis for $2500, it had a good looking vice and a very tidy table so likely well looked after. I would...
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12th Jun 2019, 08:57 PM
Thread: Steelmaster machine levels
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Arrived but damaged..
379941Unfortunately I have to send it back. Rough handling by the couriers (typical modern day Australia) means it got trashed. Mind you the aluminium case is that thin I doubt the level would detect...
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7th Jun 2019, 10:30 PM
Thread: Steelmaster machine levels
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Thanks for assistance
Thanks everyone, I pulled the trigger on one, I will report back when I assess it.
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6th Jun 2019, 03:09 PM
Thread: Steelmaster machine levels
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Steelmaster machine levels
I am looking for a machine level and found these on eBay. Only one feedback was that when compared to another level they were not accurate. That to me doesn't prove anything as no claim to validate...
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28th May 2019, 07:03 PM
Thread: Bridgeport lead screws in Aus
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Thanks to all for the suggestions (I was going to...
Thanks to all for the suggestions (I was going to say leads). I can get freight for new screws down to US $380, better but still a lot. Before pulling the trigger I am checking out ballscrews from...
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27th May 2019, 11:42 AM
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Ahh. See if you had fitted the CNC conversion kit...
Ahh. See if you had fitted the CNC conversion kit you could have been spitting out square and round tuits in large numbers ;-)
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26th May 2019, 09:05 PM
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Very true Caskwarrior, I did deliberate on this. ...
Very true Caskwarrior, I did deliberate on this.
TBH I wouldn't bother with Z at all but the price is only a $100 more and I thought of drilling and tapping mainly.
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26th May 2019, 08:17 PM
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Thanks Dave, they seem a bit longer than what I...
Thanks Dave, they seem a bit longer than what I can glean looking around. Seems hard to find the info of what is the physical dimension and what is the stroke of the things.
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26th May 2019, 07:38 PM
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9x 24 Bridgeport owners. What DRO length?
My machine is apart at the moment for new screws and some refurb. Opportunity to fit DROs, but I can't crank it through to check travels properly.
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23rd May 2019, 10:34 AM
Thread: Bridgeport lead screws in Aus
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Thanks for all the info and help everyone. ...
Thanks for all the info and help everyone.
DaveJ, I tried linearmotions eBay site but he seems to not list them so I have messaged him.
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22nd May 2019, 07:11 PM
Thread: Bridgeport lead screws in Aus
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[QUOTE=Hunch;1950942]Just by coincidence, have...
[QUOTE=Hunch;1950942]Just by coincidence, have got to send some spur gear drawings to a supplier in China, he has bugged me again
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22nd May 2019, 07:09 PM
Thread: Bridgeport lead screws in Aus
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I would be interested at that price. Do you have...
I would be interested at that price. Do you have any suggestions? Any idea of the quality of these units?
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22nd May 2019, 01:26 PM
Thread: Bridgeport lead screws in Aus
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Thoughts on this stock?
https://www.tea.net.au/Portals/0/uploads/PAGE%2034.pdf
Anyone care to give their thoughts on this stock? ACME and Trapezoidal available and nuts to suit. 0.1/300m seems a fair bit of inaccuracy... -
22nd May 2019, 10:56 AM
Thread: Bridgeport lead screws in Aus
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Thanks Charles, that is very useful information....
Thanks Charles, that is very useful information. Your experiences haven't been fantastic. I think I might check back with you as to how this latest lot goes. I am less keen after hearing about the...
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22nd May 2019, 09:37 AM
Thread: Bridgeport lead screws in Aus
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Thanks Hunch I haven't got a quote from "ship...
Thanks Hunch
I haven't got a quote from "ship it to" just yet as I am exploring other shipping options. The metric threads are 5mm pitch. I cannot determine if they are 29 or 30 degrees (mine are... -
22nd May 2019, 09:31 AM
Thread: Bridgeport lead screws in Aus
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Thanks Tony. I think I have given up the idea of...
Thanks Tony. I think I have given up the idea of rolling my own. With the freight reduced the parts prices are reasonable. I will keep exploring cheaper freight options.
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22nd May 2019, 09:27 AM
Thread: Bridgeport lead screws in Aus
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Thanks Ropetangler. Ship it to looks very good. I...
Thanks Ropetangler. Ship it to looks very good. I had never heard of them. What a clever business idea. I am exploring with a local who brings cars and car parts in from the states. He may be able to...
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21st May 2019, 10:44 PM
Thread: Bridgeport lead screws in Aus
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Thanks Michael, as I said to Kryn, I will explore...
Thanks Michael, as I said to Kryn, I will explore this further.
My skills are pretty poor so far but it could be a great learning project.
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21st May 2019, 10:41 PM
Thread: Bridgeport lead screws in Aus
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Thanks Kryn. I only have a small lathe, maybe too...
Thanks Kryn. I only have a small lathe, maybe too small to fit this through its spindle. To me this would be way above my expertise level at the moment. It's a long shaft that must be very accurate....
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21st May 2019, 09:15 PM
Thread: Bridgeport lead screws in Aus
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Bridgeport lead screws in Aus
I have a series 1 Bridgeport that needs new nuts and lead screws. Originally a metric machine I may convert it to imperial given the price difference for metric screws and nuts (Divisions mean...
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I have a solution... This will give you all the...
I have a solution... This will give you all the room for your machine shop and save your oil stained drive. Simply gift the Pommie bikes too me and set your shed up as you like it.
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25th Nov 2018, 12:07 PM
Thread: Emco Maximat super 11 first lathe
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Thanks for that PDW. I am interested to learn...
Thanks for that PDW.
I am interested to learn which oils are best to protect with but are not likely to stain or react with the paint. Im a bit anal about originality with everything and whilst I... -
24th Nov 2018, 01:54 PM
Thread: Emco Maximat super 11 first lathe
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Thanks BobL. My immediate thought on mist system...
Thanks BobL. My immediate thought on mist system is any OHS issue with mist inhalation. I will check it out though. It would be nice to keep this machine nice and clean and rust free for the next...
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24th Nov 2018, 09:50 AM
Thread: Emco Maximat super 11 first lathe
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Thanks PDW. That worries me a bit. I think I will...
Thanks PDW. That worries me a bit. I think I will do a strip down as it looks like the previous owner may have greased the oil points, maybe not but the gun is certainly full of grease. The only...
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24th Nov 2018, 07:35 AM
Thread: Emco Maximat super 11 first lathe
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Thanks PDW It will be interesting to watch your...
Thanks PDW
It will be interesting to watch your CNC project.
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23rd Nov 2018, 06:31 PM
Thread: Emco Maximat super 11 first lathe
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Yes I am glued to YouTube, learning heaps....
Yes I am glued to YouTube, learning heaps. Trouble is my project list is growing too fast as is my wishlist for farkels for it.
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23rd Nov 2018, 06:29 PM
Thread: Emco Maximat super 11 first lathe
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Yes David it is in lovely condition. It looked...
Yes David it is in lovely condition. It looked pretty bad before I cleaned it up and I had to rust convert the 3 jaw chuck and a tiny bit of the ways. Its now pretty clean. I am not sure what is best...
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23rd Nov 2018, 06:27 PM
Thread: Emco Maximat super 11 first lathe
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Congrats on the lathe - very nice indeed. ...
Congrats on the lathe - very nice indeed.
As an far less messy/rusty/smelly alternative to conventional coolant pump/systems you might want to take a look at misting systems which use very... -
23rd Nov 2018, 02:57 PM
Thread: Emco Maximat super 11 first lathe
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Emco Maximat super 11 first lathe
After years of scouring I found what I was looking for, a little metric Emco. Big enough for my projects and small enough to be accommodated in my space deprived shed.
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8th Aug 2018, 02:08 PM
Thread: 3 phase mig for panel work?
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Thanks Karl. I have machined up a bobbin that...
Thanks Karl. I have machined up a bobbin that fits the Bernard socket and threaded the end to take the M10 Euro adaptor. It all works nicely but I think I will fold up a support bracket as it is a...
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5th Aug 2018, 08:48 PM
Thread: 3 phase mig for panel work?
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Thanks snapatap. Are the WIA machines pretty...
Thanks snapatap.
Are the WIA machines pretty reliable? They look very robust and well made. I love old Aussie gear, but it saddens me to see our capacity to make our own stuff disappearing.
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5th Aug 2018, 01:49 PM
Thread: 3 phase mig for panel work?
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3 phase mig for panel work?
Greetings
I have picked up an old WIA 300amp 3phase machine which I will use for my heavier fabrication jobs and farm equipment repairs.
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Experience with Phoenix Paints Metal Fix?
Greetings, I am considering using the above on a surface pitted vehicle I am restoring.
I cannot sandblast all the vehicle due to the large panel area and have stripped it with stripper discs but...