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There's a solar eclipse occurring on August 21 within central USA. I've heard on radio programs discussing the eclipse to only to look into the sun...

I have always been intrigued by the Stephensons Link reversing mechanism that was used on some steam engines. While searching for information about...

is there some kinda replacement to PB that's most are now adopting? or is everyone scattered into multitudes of various methods? I would like...

I am getting a yen to machine something, but not an engine. I am somewhat intrigued by mechanisms that have an "automatic reverse" function to them....

We have been missing Sir John's humor & knowledge here lately & I just ran across this:...

When ever I get an HF catalog in the mail, straight into the garbage it goes. Many of the local retailers I would go to buy taps and misc stuff have...

It looks like your IT gurus kept improving the site until it didn't work anymore. Thank you for reverting to the old web pages.

having a bit of a dilemma. When we moved into our new house, I replaced all the incandescent lightbulbs in the house with LED bulbs. I don't think...

Back in December I started having balance problems when standing. Not dizzy ,just staggering. Went to doctor Monday, he ordered CAT Scan. Found a...

Sorry gentlemen for the breach of etiquette!:eek: Although there was no intent of blatant advertising on my part, the post certainly would be...

I would like to wish all members in the affected states that you and yours get through this ok . My thoughts are with you. Michael

I've been after a mill for at least 5 years now and have held off due to funds and moving around the country a bunch. Now we're settled and I have a...

Having drilled 15 holes for a project, I have broken two taps in threading them. I referred to a drill chart for the proper drill for a 10-24 tap....

Yesterday was the first application of color to the Battle Shaper. I found a nice solvent based paint from Rustoleum that is supposedly good...

Expecting a fedex package... I was no more than 30 feet from the door. No bell, no knock, next time I go past the door, I see a note..... The...

Interesting article about the millennial generation's lack of skills. You might be tempted to think the video is some sort of joke -NO ...

Found a site that has Radar for all Texas. http://www.wfaa.com/weather (link is external)

This may already been addressed, but just wanted people to know they should regularly check the bolts in their shop crane. I noticed the other...

I just finished reading a very detailed and interesting book about the VW diesel emission cheating scandal.It cost VW billions of dollars in fines...

What would you say about someone who uses an end mill in a drill chuck on a Bridgeport milling machine? There was a rack of collets along with the...

I'm still trying to get time to set up the new-to-me Bridgeport. In my last thread on the subject, someone mentioned to be sure to level it using a...

OT, but technical, and with range of talents here probably a good place to ask I need a horn signalling shift change, breaks etc, and as always am...

I'll have a low ceiling over my lathe very soon and was wondering what type of overhead lights would be best for lathe work? I was thinking of...

Available for the 2019 Mazda 3, the Skyactiv-X will use spark-controlled compression ignition. Supercharged for a great increase in torque, it also...

I want to hire someone to come in and organize my shop. Sort the mess out. This is not a joke. I am really going to do it. They will only be...

on "Nazi Megastructures", Season 4, Episode 1: The host (Tony Pollard, 'Conflict Archaeologist') singled out the Kriegslok (war locomotive) as...

We all will have been ambushed with news stories of Blockchain with assertions that this new technology is going to change our lives. I am a...

Hello all! I have a 2 speed motor on my mill. The 2-speed selector has been removed from the mill and I use a VFD to provide 3-phase and speed...