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    Re: DIY spring loaded engraving tool holder

    Check this one out. I used it as a drag type engraver. Also, I turned down the spindle end to fit an existing collet I had.
    https://www.tormach.com/store/index.php?app=ecom&ns=prodshow&ref=32447
  2. Re: DIY 2 X 72 Belt Grinder With CNC'd Components

    Hi,

    Sorry if I missed any of your requests for the CAD/CAM files.

    Anyone interested can contact me at [email protected]

    John
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    Re: new Haas TM1P has arrived!

    Hi Tom,

    I sent you a personal message so check your in box.

    Yep, I also watch Lars Christensen and he has some really informative videos. So far I have not tried to cut anything with Fusion...
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    Re: new Haas TM1P has arrived!

    Congratulations on your new machine. I purchased a HAAS TM1P back in 2007 and it is still making parts for me today. It has been very reliable and with minimal maintenance issues.

    The renishaw...
  5. Re: New VF2, Spindle air always on and draining air tank

    Hi Dallas,

    Congratulations on your new VF2. That is a nice machine. Is it brand new from the factory with the HAAS Warranty or just new to you?

    I know nothing about the VF2 and how it is...
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    Re: Hacking the Auto Air Gun

    Hi Piece Maker,

    Really enjoyed visiting your YouTube Channel. BTW I subscribed. It was nice to see someone else that looks beyond what is currently offered in the way of options..

    A while...
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    Re: SHOW YOUR DUST BOOT/PICK-UP SHOE...

    Hi Adam,

    Go to 10:39 on the time line of this video and you will see my dust shoe. It also has information on where I purchased the brushes. I used my Shopbot router to machine a circular groove...
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    Re: SHOW YOUR DUST BOOT/PICK-UP SHOE...

    Hi Adam,

    When I designed my dust shoe I made the bristle circle as small as possible. I also made several bottom plates with different length bristles for different types of work. By making the...
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    Re: SHOW YOUR DUST BOOT/PICK-UP SHOE...

    Hi Rob,

    Very Nice design. I know you will enjoy using it. Thanks for sharing. Those magnets have given us a lot of options in the world of dust shoes.

    John
  10. Re: 2 X 72 Grinder Pillow Block Toor Bar

    Hi Glenn,

    My apologies for missing your post to this thread.

    Yes, I will share drawing for this project FREE of Charge. It will be a little pay back for all the input and help that I have...
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    Re: Haas Mini Mill P-Cool problems

    Hi,

    I have a 2007 HAAS TM-1P that I retrofitted with a used PCOOL unit. Mine was the older style 20 position PCOOL unit.

    The PCOOL unit was broken and would not operate correctly. It would...
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    Re: Peck Tapping

    Hi,

    I use ONECNCXR5 Mill Professional.

    It has pecking tapping already built into the software.

    Just pick either 2 level or 3 level peck tapping and fill in the desired peck depths and presto...
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    Re: Holding small acrylic parts

    Hi qwertysimo,

    No problem here as I had a top secret crypto clearance. Your design is safe with me. Ha Ha

    Just wondering if you are going to cut these individually, or try and cut them from...
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    Re: Holding small acrylic parts

    Hi qwertysimo,

    Speaking of pictures. If it is not a top secret project, a picture of finished part of what you are trying to make might make it easier for us to look at the completed part and...
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    Re: SHOW YOUR DUST BOOT/PICK-UP SHOE...

    Hi Lee,

    Many thanks for the information. Did you actually attach the ring light to the bottom of the router i.e. PC7518 or did you mount it to your dust show. Also how did you mount it i.e. two...
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    Re: SHOW YOUR DUST BOOT/PICK-UP SHOE...

    Hi LeeWay,

    Nice build on your dust shoe. Do you have any details or a thread on how you made your light ring? That is one thing I thought about adding to my dust shoe.

    One thing that I did...
  17. Re: DIY 2 X 72 Belt Grinder With CNC'd Components

    Hi Louie,

    Good to hear from you again. Yep, I love my Ultimate Grinder. :banana:

    I am now into Kayak Fishing. My efforts have drifted into developing products for marine applications. I...
  18. Re: Coolant nozzle setups with umbrella changers, got pics?

    Hi,

    I think what you are referring to is the HAAS PCOOL Unit.

    I have one on my HAAS 2007 TM-1P Mill. I installed a used PCOOL unit on mine and it works pretty good.

    Here are a couple of...
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    Re: coolant bleed down problem

    Hi,

    For what it is worth.

    I had a similar issue with my 2007 HAAS TM1P where the coolant would drip all over the place and inside the tool changer housing. I removed the bronze flapper valve...
  20. Re: Rotary Indexing Platen In Aluminum

    Hi Ian,

    Thanks for the favorable comments. It was a ton of fun to build and even more fun to use. I love it. It basically takes care of all of my grinding, sanding, deburring, and polishing...
  21. Re: Rotary Indexing Platen In Aluminum

    Hi,

    Well I have been using my Ultimate Grinder for quite a while now and it for sure the most utilized tool in my shop. It replaces 3 or 4 other grinders, buffers, sanders that are presently...
  22. Re: Pcool bracket position on a 2006 Haas TM1

    Hi John,

    Here is a video I did when I installed my Pcool nozzle on my 2007 HAAS TM-1P.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWt0R58VTs0

    I made a spacer about 2" thick that lowered the pcool...
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    Re: Haas PCOOL Programmable Coolant

    Hi,

    Couple of questions:
    1: Can you post some pictures of the unit and associated connectors.
    2: How many positions does your PCOOL have. Old style 20 position or the newer 30+ position model?...
  24. Re: Vacuum hold down fixtures for job specific parts for aluminum sheets

    Hi Zorbit,

    Thanks for the favorable comment. I made the video to help me remember what I did and how it all works. I am glad it also has helped other people who might be doing one or more of the...
  25. Re: Vacuum hold down fixtures for job specific parts for aluminum sheets

    Hi,

    Your Welcome. I had the same experience with Allstar. That is why I mentioned them in my video. Their customer support is GREAT!

    John
  26. Re: Vacuum hold down fixtures for job specific parts for aluminum sheets

    Hi,

    If you look at my video and go to 23.36 on the timeline it talks about my fixturing process.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4WQ8KcTSKyQ&list=UUSue4W8frKuFP29flja5aBA

    Keep in mind the...
  27. Re: Need T-Nuts for 6-32 Thread - Where can I find?

    Hi,

    Try your local Hobby Shop. I use them all the time in model airplanes.

    John
  28. Re: DIY 2 X 72 Belt Grinder With CNC'd Components

    Hi Jimmy2405,

    I did a lot of research prior to building my 2 X 72 Grinder. I tried to take the best of each design and incorporate them into my grinder. The TW-90 is a really nice machine and I...
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    Re: dust collection components

    Hi,

    You can get some nice 4" Dust Collection Hose at Harbor Freight. My friend just picked up some for his Shopbot PRT 48 X 96 Router this week. Harbor Freight was out of the 4" hose connectors....
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    Re: One cnc evaluation??

    Hi,

    Usually ONECNC will allow your to evaluate their products for 30 days. Call your home office for details.

    John
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