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    Hacking PathPilot In Depth VIDEO

    Finally had some time to get a "real" video done. Hope this helps everyone!

    Video is still uploading, but here is the link.

    https://youtu.be/hUzFDjpn1ME
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    Re: Path Pilot vs Mach 3

    After hacking to 150ipm, gaining Linux access and dropbox. PathPilot is more than 2x better than Mach 3, and I may even stop saying bad things about my Tormach in my videos. I honestly feel like I...
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    Re: Qualichem Xtreme Cut 251C

    I started the craze of Qualichem. (Yes,Grimsmo got he idea from me, but took it as his own....) I went with 291 because I do mostly Titanium, however it works great on any metal I've used. It is...
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    Re: Hacking PathPilot is simple

    Why come ruin my thread? What's the point? I didn't know what I was seeing because countless others didn't either. UNTIL Mesa came along with an idea (because it's their board) - I didn't hear you...
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    Re: Hacking PathPilot is simple

    I came out alive and VERY happy Lee.

    As for "hacking" - You don't know my background, but I've been in computer labs with CIA, FBI, DOD, etc... This is a form of hacking, no way around that. It's...
  6. Re: Three Questions and yes, there are dumb questions.

    Do you have your limit switches turned off in settings?
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    Re: Mesa Card Jumpers

    I agree, Mesa rocks!
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    Re: Hacking PathPilot is simple

    Thanks! and if you want Dropbox too... https://instagram.com/p/73GvqxlUAb
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    Hacking PathPilot is simple

    https://instagram.com/p/720GdNFUPC

    https://youtu.be/hYqo9_MC5Eg
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    Re: Backlash Compensation and more...?

    If it's based on linux cnc then it should be easy. I never used it myself tho

    As for the rest, Just use soft jaws, then it doesn't matter what is going on with your table (or put a fixture plate...
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    Re: Pathpilot Video

    Awesome support! Thank you! THAT is customer service at it's finest. Yes, I'll take jumpers, i'll message you.

    EDIT: Video Uploading, and will be here soon - https://youtu.be/bcmcPAwY2sU

    I...
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    Re: Pathpilot Video

    Well.... JUMPERS FIXED IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! https://instagram.com/p/702U21lUHn

    what a day... Now to get some proper jumpers
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    Re: Pathpilot Video

    I never originally messed with anything, so no, not 200. Never 200, not even with Mach.

    1, The inside of the pc is VERY clean, no dust or anything, I'll try to clean the contacts.

    2. That makes...
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    Re: --Unlocking Path Pilot--

    I "unlocked mine" by hitting Alt+shift at bootup. Then finding the correct config file.
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    Mesa Card Jumpers

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAuiGE2wMRk
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    Re: Seeking Milling Advice

    It's very simple, the best approach is to not think about, or worry about it. Your cam will take care of it.

    Zero on the top of softjaws, now draw and mill them to be step jaws (zero at the same...
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    Re: Seeking Milling Advice

    Make your Z zero the bottom of the plate, NOT the top of the plate. Many people don't realize this, but this way the thickness will be exactly what you want after you face the material/part.
    ...
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    Re: Tormach issue

    I have been making money to buy a Robodrill, then once I got that Father's Day weekend, I've been learning that.
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    Re: CNC benchtop punch-press

    BUMP for Bob - A Quick Way to Make Lots of Holes With CNC - CNCCookbook CNCCookbook
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    Re: Tormach issue

    I agree, I was comparing what I knew you could do to mach, vs what I DIDN'T now you could "easily" do to PathPilot. Is there a thread on this? I also didn't know you could transfer files over WiFi...
  21. Re: Ti SFM? Also - specifics on center drill speed?

    FSWizard - Free Advanced CNC Speed and Feed Calculator
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    Re: Seeking Milling Advice

    Softjaws, I have at least 40 videos on Soft Jaws alone if you need ideas.
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    Re: Tormach issue

    You modified the stock Path Pilot, which is WHY yours isn't slower. (I didn't see an easy way to do that) Pretty sure stock Path Pilot is at or slower than 110ipm. I didn't feel like figuring out how...
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    Re: Tormach issue

    I've dealt with it aswell. I turned down my acceleration a few notches, haven't seen it happen since. Of course you have to use SETSYS (Unlocked Mach), instead of the one Tormach gives you to use......
  25. Re: 67db at 5100 rpm? 2x better surface finish?

    Just installed the fenner belt, when new it was 69db, and sounded terrible. Took it off and put back on my old Mitsubishi belt and now we are at 64-65db. Things are breaking in, I LOVE it!!!
  26. Re: 67db at 5100 rpm? 2x better surface finish?

    $60? I think I had to modify the bracket that holds it to fit the PC it went into.



    I've only rebuilt around 1000 motors, but they were GE motors and I don't know the origin. (From GE 1.5 MW...
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    I don't have a fancy DB mic, and the phone used to measure was an "iphone" which I don't even like in my house.

    No Matter, numbers aside. the noise from the day I bought my Tormach, to today is...
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    Re: MORE HP for PCNC

    I made a spindle pulley that should get me to 9-10k rpm with stock motor. Why do you need higher HP? Your main casting can't handle more HP really.... If you need more HP, sell the Tormach and get a...
  29. Re: 67db at 5100 rpm? 2x better surface finish?

    If you had a new machine this mod would give you the lower sound and vibration hands down. They can't "apply" the bearing change mod, however they can sell an electric fan kit. No matter what, with...
  30. Re: 67db at 5100 rpm? 2x better surface finish?

    oh haha, ok. I'm sorry. I'm with you. Read too fast. I owe you a beer.
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