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[tom_d]

If I remember correctly, polystyrene is a thermo-plastic, meaning it can be heated to a viscous state repeatedly vs a thermo-set which is finish formed...

[tom_d]

If the part is already cut to approx. length, drill an undersized through hole and then do the 32.4 dia. end work first, to include finishing the 28.75...

[tom_d]

How's the manual dexterity and eyesight these days? If you're feeling up to the challenge, this would be a good opportunity to practice some fine motor...

[tom_d]

Yes, that collet screw tends to cause more trouble than it's worth. If the threads on the draw bar and collet are clean, which should be the case anyway,...

[tom_d]

Yeah. Lots of pyrotechnics.

From the comments section of the video: "The only thing that stands between this guy and arson is his e...

[tom_d]

Referring to post #5, do an internet search with the term "optical chopper"....

[tom_d]

You must swap any two of the three wires going from the static box to the motor. Swap them at the motor.

[tom_d]

Great for doing four holes that are on the axis. If you have to do a larger number, say 7 or 11 holes, then what? In the older Machinery's Handbook (not...

[tom_d]

Yup. Darn nice score. Good for you. And while I'm at it I'll throw in the obligatory "you suck!" just for good measure.

[tom_d]

Yeah, I've heard about those "porch pirates" relieving you of your possessions while you're off at work. Problem is, I had the package addressed...

[tom_d]

Y2K bug. They'll have it figured out.......soon.



Amazon says my package was delivered today, and placed in a secure location....

[tom_d]

Older Caterpillar equipment used straight 30w in their hydraulic systems....

[tom_d]

It sounds like you have exceeded the Apple's complimentary iCloud storage space. On mine (SE model phone) there's 5GB of free iCloud storage and 16GB...