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Re: Newb question about using the apron hand wheel.
Jim Dunmyer
¿ªÔÆÌåÓýI ground a ¡°skew¡± bit for finishing cuts where I want a mirror finish. It
won¡¯t take but maybe .003¡± DOC, but it¡¯s very smooth. And, of course your
technique is the only way.
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? From: MERTON B BAKER
Sent: Saturday, February 02, 2013 6:47 PM
Subject: RE: [7x12minilathe] Re: Newb question about using the apron
hand wheel. ?
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To get a nice finish using the carriage handwheel, use a round nose
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Re: Newb question about 1/8" cutting tools
?Hi Jeremy I use them on my 8x12 HF lathe but only on very small work. I got HSS stock from Whole Sale Tool Supply (1/2" to fit my tool post) and grind my own. You can order on-line. Get what fits you tool post and shim it to the right hight. I took a feller gauge apart and used them for shims .030 and .035 are the ones I use the most. unless you have a QC tool post I choose not to go that wrought. ? ? Regards Robert
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Re: Newb question about 1/8" cutting tools
That's almost identical to the set I got from Wholesale Tool. HF was
out of them when I went and WT matched the price. On Sat, 2 Feb 2013, Pete Lilja wrote: I've been pretty happy with the sets of these indexable carbide bits from Vince. -- Michigan VHF Corp. The Foggy Mist Emporium |
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Re: Newb question about 1/8" cutting tools
I've been pretty happy with the sets of these indexable carbide bits from HF.? And with a 20% off coupon I like them even better.
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Iowa Pete On Sat, Feb 2, 2013 at 6:16 PM, cptwinderatgmaildotcom <cptwinder@...> wrote:
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Re: Newb question about 1/8" cutting tools
No, I only use HSS ground from blanks from littlemachineshop.com and
a carbide set I got from Wholesale Tool (wttool.com). On Sun, 3 Feb 2013, cptwinderatgmaildotcom wrote: When I purchased my lathe, I also purchased a few sets of cutting tools: Vince. -- Michigan VHF Corp. The Foggy Mist Emporium |
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Newb question about 1/8" cutting tools
When I purchased my lathe, I also purchased a few sets of cutting tools:
The first ones, the carbide, are completely junk. None of the angles are correct. It is almost like the carbide was brazed on upside down. I have had decent luck with the HSS cutters in the second set. However, they are so small 1/8", you have to use the holders. The holders cause the cutter tip to be a significant distance from the tool post decreasing rigidity. Does anyone else use the tinny cutters and if so what holders do you use? Thanks, Jeremy |
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Re: (unknown)
MERTON B BAKER
Same toolbit?
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Mert -----Original Message-----
From: 7x12minilathe@... [mailto:7x12minilathe@...]On Behalf Of Bill Sent: Saturday, February 02, 2013 5:04 PM To: 7x12minilathe@... Subject: [7x12minilathe] (unknown) Hi I just set up a new micro- mark 7x16 mini lathe I also have a 7 x10 harbor freight mini lathe the micro- mark is chattering on me even on light cuts if I use same setup on my harbor freight no chatter at all? Can someone help me I have no idea why? ------------------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Links |
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Re: Selling a Grizzly 8688 7 X 12
MERTON B BAKER
Only have two hands. One at a time. Some small jobs go quicker on the
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small lathes, as I don't have to swap the belts around like on the 12x36. The 3 7xs all have different chucks on, as well. Mert -----Original Message-----
From: 7x12minilathe@... [mailto:7x12minilathe@...]On Behalf Of aalloway Sent: Saturday, February 02, 2013 4:44 PM To: 7x12minilathe@... Subject: Re: [7x12minilathe] Selling a Grizzly 8688 7 X 12 At the same time, or independently? (;-) ----- Original Message ----- From: "MERTON B BAKER" <mertbaker@...> To: <7x12minilathe@...> Sent: Saturday, February 02, 2013 7:31 AM Subject: RE: [7x12minilathe] Selling a Grizzly 8688 7 X 12 Whee! I have 5 in use, and another 10 or so in my "collection". ------------------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Links |
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Re: Newb question about using the apron hand wheel.
MERTON B BAKER
To get a nice finish using the carriage handwheel, use a round nose toolbit,
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and turn the wheel slowly, using the rim, with both hands to keep it moving smoothly. Mert -----Original Message-----
From: 7x12minilathe@... [mailto:7x12minilathe@...]On Behalf Of Jeremy Winder Sent: Saturday, February 02, 2013 6:17 PM To: 7x12minilathe@... Subject: [7x12minilathe] Re: Newb question about using the apron hand wheel. I want to thank everyone for the input. I went out today and practiced using the apron wheel. It is a lot harder to get a mirror like finish then the compound slide. But I did discover I can make good cuts by turn the wheel itself instead of the handle. More practice is needed. A lot more practice. Thanks again, Jeremy |
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Re: Newb question about using the apron hand wheel.
I want to thank everyone for the input. I went out today and practiced using the apron wheel. It is a lot harder to get a mirror like finish then the compound slide. But I did discover I can make good cuts by turn the wheel itself instead of the handle. More practice is needed. A lot more practice. Thanks again, Jeremy |
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Re: (unknown)
¿ªÔÆÌåÓýDid
you properly adjust ALL of?the gibs?
There
are three gib adjustment screws on the compound, three on the cross slide, and
six on the carriage.
Michael - USA Micro-Mark MicroLux
7x16
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Check the tool height first, also the jibs may need snugging up. Are you using the same cutter on each lathe?Same speed,and stock diameter? The new lathe may need a bit of a tune up. Does the tool post rock or move in any way when facing or turning? mike
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Re: 100mm spindle source in US?
It's an item from Real Bull, rather than Seig, but it is to the same specs, apart from the 100mm flange. There are several RB dealers here in the UK, but as far as I know, Amadeal is the only one offering it.
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The only US supplier of RBs which ever gets mentioned on this group is Big Dog Metalworks < >. Their 7 x 14 has a 100mm chuck, and judging by the picture, the spindle has a flange to match. Maybe you could contact them to ask if they can supply the spindle. Andy --- In 7x12minilathe@..., "machinist1930" wrote:
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Re: Selling a Grizzly 8688 7 X 12
Mert, I read on a woodworking forum about a fellow who bought a new Powermatic lathe. His wife came in the shop and told him that he didn't need a new lathe and ought to sell all his woodworking tools. He said " you sound like my ex-wife".She said you never told me you were married before, his answer "I wasn't. mike
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Re: Selling a Grizzly 8688 7 X 12
At the same time, or independently?
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From: "MERTON B BAKER" <mertbaker@...> To: <7x12minilathe@...> Sent: Saturday, February 02, 2013 7:31 AM Subject: RE: [7x12minilathe] Selling a Grizzly 8688 7 X 12 Whee! I have 5 in use, and another 10 or so in my "collection". |
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Re: Newb question about using the apron hand wheel.
If I need to use the top slide, I set it by installing an accurate rod in the chuck and a DTI+mag-base on the top slide. I monitor the run-out between the DTI and rod while moving the top slide back & forth, adjust the angle for least movement. Of course, the DTI contacts the side of the rod, not the top. This approach assumes that your headstock is accurately aligned with the bed, and the rod is, too. It's always good to know where the variables are in your setup.
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While doing this I also discovered a regular "blip" in the top slide position of about .002". It seemed to repeat for every revolution of the feed handle. Not sure what that's about yet...at present it's a motivation to avoid using the top slide whenever possible! Mark --- In 7x12minilathe@..., gerry waclawiak wrote:
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Re: Selling a Grizzly 8688 7 X 12
MERTON B BAKER
Whee! I have 5 in use, and another 10 or so in my "collection".
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Mert -----Original Message-----
From: 7x12minilathe@... [mailto:7x12minilathe@...]On Behalf Of aalloway Sent: Saturday, February 02, 2013 10:25 AM To: 7x12minilathe@... Subject: RE: [7x12minilathe] Selling a Grizzly 8688 7 X 12 Thanks Mert, Yeah I know............................but the SIEG SC4 will make (4) four lathes, my wife says that's probably enough! allen -----Original Message----- From: 7x12minilathe@... [mailto:7x12minilathe@...] On Behalf Of Mert Sent: Saturday, February 02, 2013 3:46 AM To: 7x12minilathe@... Subject: Re: [7x12minilathe] Selling a Grizzly 8688 7 X 12 Don't be in too big a hurry to sell that 7x, unless you are pressed for room. I bought 3 7xs after I had a 12x36 for bigger stuff., & I still use my little Uni DB after 50 years. Mert On 02/01/13, captaalloway wrote: I just ordered a LMS 8 1/2 X 16. I'm going to sell my 7 X 12. NO ISSUES with the lathe, I just need a bigger machine. I live on an island in SE Alaska. I'll crate it up and send it to Seattle. From there to wherever in ends up will be on the buyer. The lathe has a number of upgrades, LMS Tach, Carriage Lock and Stop, Hand Crank on the Leadscrew, A2Z QCTP and more! PM if interested, it'll be on eBay soon! Dictum Factum, Allen, On An Island ------------------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Links ------------------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Links ------------------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Links |
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Re: Selling a Grizzly 8688 7 X 12
Thanks Mert, Yeah I know............................but the SIEG SC4 will make (4) four lathes, my wife says that's probably enough!
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allen -----Original Message-----
From: 7x12minilathe@... [mailto:7x12minilathe@...] On Behalf Of Mert Sent: Saturday, February 02, 2013 3:46 AM To: 7x12minilathe@... Subject: Re: [7x12minilathe] Selling a Grizzly 8688 7 X 12 Don't be in too big a hurry to sell that 7x, unless you are pressed for room. I bought 3 7xs after I had a 12x36 for bigger stuff., & I still use my little Uni DB after 50 years. Mert On 02/01/13, captaalloway wrote: I just ordered a LMS 8 1/2 X 16. I'm going to sell my 7 X 12. NO ISSUES with the lathe, I just need a bigger machine. I live on an island in SE Alaska. I'll crate it up and send it to Seattle. From there to wherever in ends up will be on the buyer. The lathe has a number of upgrades, LMS Tach, Carriage Lock and Stop, Hand Crank on the Leadscrew, A2Z QCTP and more! PM if interested, it'll be on eBay soon! Dictum Factum, Allen, On An Island ------------------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Links ------------------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Links |
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