06-19-2012, 08:03 AM
(06-19-2012, 07:40 AM)Mayhem Wrote: As many of you know, I picked up a Kondia FV-1 mill a few months back. Now whilst I haven't done a lot to it due to time constraints, I plan on removing the table to check the screw and nut (to see if it can be adjusted), as well as clean the oil lines.
I will make a couple of plates to bolt to each end of the table and plan to lift it off with an engine hoist. I have seen people say to use t-nuts in the slots to lift it but I'm not convinced.
What are the steps involved here, or how would you suggest I proceed? All suggestions welcome.
Darren,
According to Te-Co, their studs are made from stress proof steel with a tensile strength of 125,000 psi. That makes a single 1/2-13 stud good for around 17,000 pounds in tension. Just make sure whatever you lift it with is thoroughly clamped to the table so it can't slide in the T-slot.
Tom
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