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  1. CNC turning shop in Iowa or states surrounding

    Looking for a Turning supplier in Iowa or the states surrounding. I have about 10 different part numbers I am in need of a quote. If you have good quality/turn around please email me and I will...
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    Need advice on Taxes

    I recently split up my partnership and am wanting to find out what the best way to go for tax purposes are. I was in a partnership for 7 years, and before years end we split.

    What would be the...
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    There is a promo for a 10,000 RPM spindle? I...

    There is a promo for a 10,000 RPM spindle?

    I was doing some research, and found that if you buy the SS series VF2, you can save a little money if you wanted the higher RPM spindle. It comes with...
  4. I got them down a little. I think I may hold off...

    I got them down a little. I think I may hold off until they run a special though. Either that, or maybe buy something like a used Mori. We will see if they do anything for March.
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    I was told by PP, that I could run two machines...

    I was told by PP, that I could run two machines VF 3 and VF2 off of one PP 30 HP. Is this true? I gave the info to them and thats what they wrote me. I would figure I would need two 20 HP...
  6. What is pre westec? I can wait for a machine, i...

    What is pre westec? I can wait for a machine, i don't need it right away. Is there going to be a promotion soon, and how do I go about inquiring about the 7%?


    When I bought my 2001 model,...
  7. Thanks for the link. I guess its been brought up...

    Thanks for the link. I guess its been brought up before. Looks like maybe there is some bartering on options pricing. I received a quote just recently from the dealer in these parts, and there as...
  8. Is there any negotiating price for a new haas?

    Hi there,

    I am in the market for a new haas, and was wondering if they come down at all from their advertised price, or is it set in stone?

    I am thinking about a VF2 YT with options.
    ...
  9. Thank you for all the emails. I will keep the...

    Thank you for all the emails. I will keep the ones that PM me in my address book and email you with something when the time arises. Shouldn't be more than a couple weeks time.

    Thanks again
    ...
  10. Need a plastics aluminum turning supplier w/

    Hey all!

    I am looking for a supplier to turn my cnc work. I would like someone that I can turn to when I get package jobs that require turning. My current situation is that I am selling my...
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    I have a 2003 CL2000BT with a Mitsubishi control....

    I have a 2003 CL2000BT with a Mitsubishi control. Very nice! Works flawless...of course I liked the Fanucs too.
  12. Thanks for the help, I posted it there the other...

    Thanks for the help, I posted it there the other day.
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    Machine tool insurer?

    I was wondering who you guys use for insurers for you machine tools? I need some insurance now that I switched banks. Would like to find the best value out there. I only have about 125,000 150,000...
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    Machine tool insurance??

    What good machine tool insurers are out there? Since we switched banks, they want us to have our machines insured. Where can I get the best cost coverage/ value?

    Thanks for any input.

    Jimmy
  15. Thanks maxboostbusa I posted it here already. ...

    Thanks maxboostbusa

    I posted it here already. may try ebay within the next couple days.

    Jimmy
  16. Where is a good place to sell equipment?

    I am wanting to sell my 2003 Mori Seiki CL 2000BT. Where would be a good place to list it, with good value (minimal cost, and someplace that gets a lot of hits). Its practically mint condition with...
  17. Wanting to sell a Mori Seiki 2003 CL 2000BT, where to go to list?

    I am wanting to sell my Mori Seiki 2003, CL 2000BT. Where would be a good place to list it, with good value (minimal cost, and someplace that gets a lot of hits). Its practically mint condition with...
  18. Haas memory, no line numbers and G1 is the output...

    Haas memory, no line numbers and G1 is the output code. It runs okay, but I cut a lot of plastics (so I could fly thru the stuff). Sure I am flying thru code, and I know that there are things I...
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    I tell you what, the gov. takes enough of my...

    I tell you what, the gov. takes enough of my money thats for sure! A 1 man show here and I can't believe how much they take from me....its tough to stay in biz...but it sure beats punchin a time...
  20. Any freebie ways to speed up look ahead?

    I have a Haas V-F3 2001 model and was wondering if there is any programming method to speed up look ahead? I do a lot of prototype 3D milling, but still don't make enough to justify getting the high...
  21. Minimizing air consumption on Haas VF-3 2001 model

    Hi, and thanks for any help in advance.
    I have a VF-3 2001 model, and ever since I've had it it runs a lot of air thru it. It runs air thru it as soon as the spindle starts, or a tool change, and...
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    Haas VF3, using a lot of air

    Hi, and thanks for any help in advance.

    I have a VF-3 2001 model, and ever since I've had it it runs a lot of air thru it. It runs air thru it as soon as the spindle starts, or a tool change, and...
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    Hey there! :) So is it a loud hi pitch? Can...

    Hey there! :)

    So is it a loud hi pitch? Can you compair it to something? Its funny one person would say it doesn't have any sound, and the other say that they wear ear plugs?


    Also, does...
  24. I've been operating my own business now for 6...

    I've been operating my own business now for 6 years. So far you make more money than me. I work 8-14 hours a day...depending on when the customer wants it.

    when I worked for someone else doing...
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    Thanks for the reply. So, would the 20 be even...

    Thanks for the reply. So, would the 20 be even less noise then? Do you keep it in the shop or out?

    Thanks

    Jimmy
  26. I would try a surface rough Parallel from...

    I would try a surface rough Parallel from solid...then a finish parallel.
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    It probably is what is posted above. You should...

    It probably is what is posted above. You should be able to view your tool path in 3D and see where it is going. If it doesn't look right your parameters are probably off.

    Good luck

    JImmy
  28. Choose toolpath, pocket, chain partial, wait,...

    Choose toolpath, pocket, chain partial, wait, make sure you are clicking the outside of the square (all for lines)click end here, chain the 4 circles, after each one, choose done. Mastercam...
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    Are they loud at all? Is there something as far...

    Are they loud at all? Is there something as far as decibles to compair it to? I will probably be getting the 20 HP and was wondering how loud It may be? If it is, has anyone tried putting it in a...
  30. Speeding up look ahead on a Haas controler

    I have a Haas VF3, its a 2001 model. I could purchase a high speed machining upgrade, but its too much for me at this point. At times I will do alot of 3D machining. Its stinks to sit there and...
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