Check the play between the ball nut halves in the X axis. They have a spacer between them to preload them. Put in enough shim to take out the slop.
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Check the play between the ball nut halves in the X axis. They have a spacer between them to preload them. Put in enough shim to take out the slop.
I figured that but there’s a load more people that can afford a spindle upgrade than an MX. Besides that if I were going to throw down that kind of money it wouldn't be on a Tormach. The fact is the...
I have been looking into using the BT30 MX spindle upgrade in a Series 3 machine. It comes with a VFD. The control board may need upgraded to run a newer version of PathPilot as well as the motor. It...
All of those reasons are what attracted me to Tormach in the first place. I like the idea of being able to do all maintenance and repairs myself. I suppose I could always just order an extra spindle...
I hope that's the case. I finally found someone in my area that had an 1100 that I could go check out and I liked the machine for what I'll use it for.
I have to say that I have been watching this thread and it has made me a little hesitant to order a mill. I have had my quote sitting on my desk for a week and have yet to pull the trigger because...
I have been researching Tormachs and would really like to see what one can do in person before I pull the trigger and order one. I am more than willing to go on a reasonable roadtrip to see one. Any...
I was curious if you remember what length of scales you ordered for the dro? I have a MD001 which is the same size. Thanks.