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Today, 02:27 AM

outback replied to a thread Slip clutch vert. mill tapping in General

I made a video demonstrating my slip clutch tapping head. It is only the second time I have used the tapping head so it took several attemps to get...

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Yesterday, 04:13 AM

outback replied to a thread Fluid Film, anyone using it as a machine protectant? in General

I use it all the time. I buy it at the John Deer impliment stores. It leaves an oily coating that seems to last for years. Jim

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06-18-2013, 09:57 PM

outback replied to a thread Machine Shop Labels... ? in General

Before I got my Brother label maker I engraved legend plates in plastic. The engraved legend plates can be glued, screwed, taped or nailed in...

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06-18-2013, 04:18 AM

outback replied to a thread solder for aluminum in General

Actually the windows are already vinyl. Maybe I should be looking at vinyl angle instead of aluminum angle to seal up these windows then use...

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06-17-2013, 09:35 AM

outback replied to a thread solder for aluminum in General

Since I'm a machinist I would rather screw the aluminum angle together. I'm not sure what I'm up against until I get the window trim removed. ...

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06-17-2013, 04:47 AM

outback started a thread solder for aluminum in General

I was at a trade show years ago and saw a guy demonstrating a solder or brazing rod for aluminum. He welded parts together and welded up holes in...

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06-15-2013, 09:22 PM

outback replied to a thread DRO Longevity in General

I bought a used Mitutoyo glass scale DRO used back 2000. It was made in the early 80's. I have used it for 13 years with no problems. It...

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06-04-2013, 11:10 PM

outback replied to a thread Mitutoyo digital caliper in General

Send those dead Mitutoyo calipers to "Instant Gage Repair Co" 9863 N AlpineRd Machesney Park Il 61115 (815) 877-2555. They are North of...

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06-01-2013, 03:27 AM

outback replied to a thread Hydraulic Table Cart for 4" x 6" Horizontal Bandsaw... in General

I think it is a great idea. Just having wheels under the saw will be a plus. Are you going to forget the stand that comes with the saw and...

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05-31-2013, 12:52 PM

outback started a thread Credit Card Blockage, Anyone else? in General

I have been having difficulty the last 2 weeks ordering shop supplies because my credit card has been blocked by my bank. Last week I placed an...

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05-31-2013, 07:04 AM

outback replied to a thread homebrew cutting fluid in General

I have wanted to post this for a long time. Shows my fluid applicator set. These are great when just a drop or two of cutting fluid is required....

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05-28-2013, 02:51 PM

outback replied to a thread homebrew cutting fluid in General

I agree with you 100%. All of my machines are pampered and recieve tender loving care. I have almost no trouble with them and my 14 year old JET...

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05-28-2013, 05:30 AM

outback replied to a thread Slip clutch vert. mill tapping in General

Those Procuniers are made 30 miles from here. Never heard of them before this post. Lots of them on Ebay. I would like to see one or try one...

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05-27-2013, 12:57 PM

outback replied to a thread Slip clutch vert. mill tapping in General

Oxide plated after 1 hour in my heat treat furnace @ exactly 455*F Here it is apart: The part far left works like a flywheel, mounts in the...

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05-26-2013, 08:16 PM

outback replied to a thread Slip clutch vert. mill tapping in General

Someone suggested using a cordless drill torque controll and another some kind of torque screw driver. I wanted a torque control that would be...

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05-26-2013, 03:51 PM

outback started a thread Slip clutch vert. mill tapping in General

Spent a couple of weeks thinking about this. Most of us have seen the floating chuck floating chuckfor lathe tapping. I wanted to make something...

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05-16-2013, 08:37 PM

outback replied to a thread dropped my test indicator, where to get tips? in General

Try Long Island Indicator in NY (631) 265-9357 or Instant Gage Repair in Illinois. 815 877-2555. One of them should have a new tip. I bought one...

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05-06-2013, 06:50 AM

outback replied to a thread Self-made: Sliding tap holder... in General

I made one of those a year ago for tapping 0-80 threads in my lathe. These are great: Shown without the chuck: Wish I had something...

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05-05-2013, 09:30 AM

outback replied to a thread Bandsaw throws the blade in General

Dave, I don't usually reply to posts like yours. You are right, "to each his own". However, I explained why I thought the blade comes of the...

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05-05-2013, 08:52 AM

outback replied to a thread Good idea collet holder with straight shank held by chuck ? in General

Roundstock 3/8 dia and smaller does not turn round in my 3-jaw chuck. The roundstock tends to deflect in between the chuck jaws. I end up turning...

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05-04-2013, 12:16 PM

outback replied to a thread Bandsaw throws the blade in General

When the sawblade begins to slip off the drive wheel it can only go as far as the retainer block. Once the slippage problem has been corrected the...

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05-04-2013, 03:43 AM

outback replied to a thread Bandsaw throws the blade in General

There is a cure and a few causes for the blade jumping off the drive wheel. Below is the cure. Screw a small plate to the saw frame to retain...

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05-04-2013, 03:20 AM

outback replied to a thread Good idea collet holder with straight shank held by chuck ? in General

Below is a simple 5C collete setup I made years ago and still use it today. The advantage is quick setup. I use it for turning roundstock...

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05-03-2013, 05:50 AM

outback replied to a thread defogging a double-paned window in General

I had three different thermo pain windows. One was fogged over for years, the other two began leaking and fogging over in the same year. I found...

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05-03-2013, 05:22 AM

outback replied to a thread Square D Magnetic Starter, 220V coil or transformer and 120v? in General

I have made three different RPC. Always used motor contactors with 120 V coils. Not sure how important overloads are in a RPC. I know I have...

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04-28-2013, 05:28 AM

outback replied to a thread Linear bearings for an X-Y table in General

I made 2 cnc milling machines with linear bearings and round shafts. They were fast and smooth but not the least bit rigid. For me the linear...

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04-22-2013, 07:30 PM

outback replied to a thread Parts for Cobray Derringer Mod D. in Gunsmithing

Sorry, forgot about this. Well here it is: This is one of my most fun projects. I was up till midnight working on this thing. The...

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04-17-2013, 10:31 PM

outback replied to a thread Coolant, when to use ? in General

For the most part I avoid coolant in my homeshop. When I worked a day job I always ran coolant if it was available particularly on surface...

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04-17-2013, 10:16 PM

outback replied to a thread Hardened D2 as scraper blade? in General

Jimmer; I would say D2 would make an excellent scraper. D2 is one of the best material choices in stamping dies. It is made to be used as a...

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