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06-08-2022, 06:49 AM
Looks good.  Personally, I'd add a handle, similar to this one so you don't need a tool to tighten.


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06-08-2022, 11:09 AM
(06-08-2022, 06:49 AM)rleete Wrote: Looks good.  Personally, I'd add a handle, similar to this one so you don't need a tool to tighten.

That would hit the gib adjusting screws. The Allen wrench is within arms reach whenever I'm at the lathe so it's not a big deal in this case.

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06-11-2022, 04:35 PM
I finished up the spacer block for the QCTP for the mini lathe. Now my mill is coated in cast iron powder so guess what I'll be doing next.  Yikes

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06-11-2022, 11:17 PM
On my mini I put a piece of t-slot from LMS, I think it was from the micro mill or something like that. AXA fits on it nicely and I can move it around. And I also removed the compound.
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06-16-2022, 01:32 PM
Almost finished the step plates. Just have to create the scallops on the knobs. I need the spin indexer to do that and trying to disassemble it to clean and lube it but the spindle is stuck on. I tried a pretty beefy hammer to knock it out but no go so I'm going to go get some penetrating oil to spray it with.

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06-17-2022, 01:16 PM
Why not just knurl it?
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06-17-2022, 01:17 PM
(06-17-2022, 01:16 PM)rleete Wrote: Why not just knurl it?

I don't have a knurling tool yet. I plan on making a scaled down version of Tom's design to fit the mini lathe.

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06-17-2022, 04:06 PM
All those fancy do-dads you have, and a knurling tool is not among them? For shame.

I still can't get a decent knurl about half the time, but I'm usually making stuff for the shop, so it isn't critical. I've been planning on getting some different (better?) wheels, but it's a pretty low priority for me right now.
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06-20-2022, 06:31 PM
Got'r done for real.  Big Grin

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06-21-2022, 07:32 AM
Mr. fancy pants. I'm surprised you didn't engine turn the plates.
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