... and ... Does that unit fit right on without any machining? I looking for a QC to use on my Harbor Frieght 8x14. Thanks...
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Bob Dellicker
rdellicker
Dec 2, 2005 2:49 am
I contacted Bob at Lathemaster as you suggested. He indicated that the compound slides on the 8x14 and the 9x30 are the same. So the QCP814 would be a drop...
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uptoolateman
Dec 2, 2005 3:12 am
When I got my QCTP toolpost I unthreaded the handle from knob that locks the original turret tool post and used it on the QCTP instead of the long black one...
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Bob Dellicker
rdellicker
Dec 2, 2005 3:29 am
Mike, I was looking at your lathe pictures earlier tonight and noticed that handle. I had planned on purchasing extra tool holders but hadn't figured how many...
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BobWarfield
Dec 2, 2005 5:15 am
This is a very worthwhile mod to make. It is a close second to the Phase II QCTP I adapted to the Lathemaster. If you are interested, here are the details...
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modamag_std
Dec 2, 2005 1:39 pm
I've been browsing cnczone.com and this group for the last several weeks gobbling up everything that I could. I have concluded that the lathemaster is one of...
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Green, James
green127045
Dec 2, 2005 3:27 pm
My two cents Your choice is down to two if you're planning to purchase a Lathemaster lathe. Lathemaster doesn't offer a 9 x 20..... Both the 8 x 14 and 9 x 30...
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BobWarfield
Dec 2, 2005 5:40 pm
Agree. Another way to look at it is that the Lathemaster machines have spent all the money on precision out of the box rather than quickchange gearboxes and...
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jrd
jrd4858
Dec 2, 2005 8:36 pm
When you are talking Lathemaster the isn't a lot of difference in price between their models. My vote goes for the lathemaster 9x30. As far as CNC goes there...
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Bob Wright
aametalmaster
Dec 2, 2005 8:44 pm
Here's a project i have needed for a long time. I drill a lot of setscrew holes in the small parts i make. First you turn the shaft the drill the setscrew ...
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Green, James
green127045
Dec 2, 2005 9:01 pm
That's a neat little deal........ James ________________________________ From: lathemaster@yahoogroups.com [mailto:lathemaster@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of...
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Nait
borpe2001
Dec 3, 2005 3:41 am
You might consider the SIEG C6B a 10x20 lathe with variable speed spindle, and DRO accessory. See www.siegind.com. No CNC kit yet, but it appears at least...
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BobWarfield
Dec 3, 2005 3:45 am
Kewl! What's next, keyway milling with a Dremel tool? <G> BW ... poor ... http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/aametalmaster/album?.dir=4f70&.src=ph&s t...
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Thomas
maxitjb
Dec 3, 2005 4:49 am
I think that is a superb idea and thank you. I'm thinking of a slight adaption by machining a horn on the side and slipping it into my QC toolholder....
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BOB & CINDY WRIGHT
aametalmaster
Dec 3, 2005 12:50 pm
Close, I will be making a vee block setup that will bolt to the lathe in a few minutes for cutting keyways. As soon as my vee blocks get here i bought on...
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Bob Dellicker
rdellicker
Dec 3, 2005 5:24 pm
If you're using QC tool holders like those for the AXA why not just adapt the boring bar holder? Bob...
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modamag_std
Dec 3, 2005 9:45 pm
Thanx everyone for your inputs. I have decided to persue the 9x30 due to it's precision and quality. If anyone who have performed a CNC converstion of one of...
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Jack
tauntdesigns
Dec 4, 2005 12:35 am
BW, Nicely done, I enjoyed your webpages (site). Jack...
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BobWarfield
Dec 4, 2005 1:12 am
... I look forward to seeing it, be sure to include pix as always. I just got a couple of vee blocks, so might try it. I have also been fiddling with using...
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BOB & CINDY WRIGHT
aametalmaster
Dec 4, 2005 1:00 pm
Here's my lathe milling pics if anybody is interested...Bob http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/aametalmaster/album?.dir=b91e&.src=ph&sto ...
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Bill Wilkins
wd8jwj
Dec 5, 2005 4:14 am
Hello All, I am curious, what is a Vick Ford carraige lock ? Thanks to whoever replies. Regards, BGBill...
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Vaso
borpe2001
Dec 5, 2005 4:30 am
I need to lift my new Super X3 mill from the floor to the top of its stand. For several reasons, it would be difficult to maneuver an engine hoist, so I'm...
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jrd
jrd4858
Dec 5, 2005 5:29 am
I think it is listed on mini-lathe.com as a carriage lock built by Vick Ford. Jake ... From: Bill Wilkins To: lathemaster@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday,...
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jrd
jrd4858
Dec 5, 2005 5:51 am
It is here http://homepage.ntlworld.com/v.ford/machine.htm Jake ... From: jrd To: lathemaster@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, December 04, 2005 11:17 PM Subject:...
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andy
junes12000
Dec 5, 2005 3:44 pm
-- go to minilathe.com and vicky ford is one of the contributors with various designs for toolposts,saddle locks etc.regards andy...
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jaslep13
Dec 5, 2005 7:16 pm
I have a question about replacing the chuck... 1st question...if I buy a Bison 5" plain back chuck will it fit onto the existing backplate? 2nd question...how...
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jaslep13
Dec 5, 2005 7:30 pm
... I ... I forgot to mention that I have the 8x14 lathe...thanks...
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Green, James
green127045
Dec 5, 2005 8:21 pm
I replaced the small 3 jaw chuck for a Bison 5" 3-jaw chuck (plain back) last winter on my 8 x 14. First off, your OEM chuck doesn't have a back plate (It...
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jaslep13
Dec 5, 2005 9:29 pm
Thanks for the info James...so am I right in assuming that the spindle nose that the current chuck bolts to does not come off ? It looks like the backplate...
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mineralman55
Dec 5, 2005 10:49 pm
... Three of us lifted mine (probably only needed two). Works just fine. Just prepare the location, move the X3 to the floor in front of its final resting...
