gotcha .thanks.
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gotcha .thanks.
ok i think i got it . Pretty simple huh. So what i did was extrude a cirle on the op plane ., Then create sketch on right plane and draw line set to angle needed and then just extrude cut that in...
how do i upload a solidworks file here?
yup mike thats what im looking to do. im checking out yours now so i can learn what you did.
Anyone still using solidworks ?? :)
i was playing around and think i got it. Not sure if this is the correct way though as its hard to get the measurements i need but i can make the part shape. what i did was create a plane offset from...
How do i create a plane at that angle ? I know how to do it on a square shape but not seem to be workin on a circle.
learning solidworks.Trying to do something but need help.
i am trying to make the piece in the pic but how do you slice a round piece on a angle like that in solidworks. i know it has to be...
getting somewhere now. I got my 2" SEKN facemill in and milled the toolholder with ease,lots of sparks but barely any harness on the mill. What a difference tooling makes. My new favorite toy.
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Anyone have any spare reamers,maybe old,little worn they can donate or sell for cheap. Im slowly getting all the tools i need to make stuff/have it when the job calls for it and could really use some...
The cncfusion kit is great.I have one and its worth the money. Also look into the the geckog540 kit with 386oz steppers from automationtechnologies.
For now i just took 1/8" off the bottom of my qctp tool holder on the bench grinder and finished it with a file. i can get the tool on center now easily. I still have to do my other 9 holders though....
ordered the Mobil DTE med/heavy iso68 from mcmaster
For the ball oilers can i use MOBIL Velocite Light Weight Spindle Oil #6 iso68? I have plenty of this stuff on hand already. Its a lightweight...
Just found out i need to change the oil before running the lathe . I can find a exact answer for what type of oil . I know grizzly wants us to buy molyD iso 68 but im not going to pay 215.00 for 5...
Just wanted to get you guys opinion on QCTP's
I use to have one of those tormach OXA import tool posts on my 7x14 lathe . It was a piece of crap honestly . The locking lever wa always loose(moved...
The G4002 12x24 looks pretty sweet cnc'ed too. If i could handle 1004lbs that would have been my choice for sure
Grizzly G4002 CNC conversion. - YouTube
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Nice grizzly...
IDIDIT! Got it up to my work bench . First let me say this work bench i got is PERFECT for this lathe. It really couldnt be any better unless maybe it had a big grizzy badge and G0602 name plate....
Just got my 1 ton chain hoist and two packs of purple 2000lb lifting straps from Harbor freight. Had a 25% off coupon so it came to less then 40.00 fo everything. :)
I got a question on doing a...
Awesome ,ill take a trip to HF today and pick up the chain hoist. What about car tow straps for the straps . They should be able to handle the weight ,no?
edit: Actually Homedepot has a 1 ton...
Almost ready to move the lathe up onto the stand .Most likely monday as i have someone coming to buy my old lathe and stand. Question .What would be better to use , a come-a-long or a chain hoist ?...
Which of these inserts will fit the tool holder below
snmg insert | eBay
1 2 x 4" RH LH MSDNN Indexable Turning Tool Holder SNMG | eBay
Damn hoss ,sorry to hear that.Wish you the best. i know how that it. I have a really bad back and a lot of times cant do stuff.
I picked up the workbench from lowes today. Its beautiful. I got the...
I think i may have found a stand for the lathe. I needed something that will just fit the lathe and not bigger at all since the lathe takes up about all the space i have and this stand is about the...
Hoss did you cnc your G0602 yet? Have any plans for modding it like you all your other beasts? looks like your site is set up for a big journey or im hoping at least :) Your info and mods are like...
Damn thats one sweet stand you have. I think i may bite the bullet and buy that HF lathe stand with cabinets for 249 + 20% off comes to 199. perfect size it looks like.
Have you taken the motor...
Just got my G0602 delivered today. Been only about 4 days since i ordered it. OMG is it a beast. What a job getting that thing into my basement even with 3 people and i dissassembled almost...
The thing i mostly dont understand with tool holders and inserts is the rake angles and what to look for. I read you can have a negative rake holder with positive rake insert and still becomes...
Awesome .Should i get the inserts from them too or should i pick up inserts from somewhere else ? not sure what brand inserts they are. Everyone seems to like latheinserts.com. Whats the difference...
That is my plan :)
Whats a decent tool holder that uses DCMT or CCMT inserts?Are there any tool holders that can turn and face without moving the tool?
How are the Shars toolholders ? Worth getting for at least the...
Its a known issue with AXA toolpost and G0602 lathe. G0602 lathe has a bigger taller compound then a 7x. Also in some cases non lathe specific a carbide toolholder is not exactly 1/2" and slightly...