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    Need to borrow a part, to convince my boss to buy

    ok boys and girls. im looking for a haas cnc lathe wedge clamp.

    part number bot 20m wedge.

    i use the block that has 2, 1/2-13 bolts that tighten into the turning tool. i think a wedge style clamp would be much more rigid.

    i can only find them for 200 bucks, and my boss doesnt believe it will be cost effetive.

    so if anyone would consider sending me the wedge, block and the 2 bolts that lock it down, to show my boss that it will work.

    i could paypal you for shipping, and a deposit or rental fee.

    please help,
    thanks,
    ron
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    why not make them yourself?


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    that would be fine, in a regular shop. when the machine division was made in this company, any and every corner that could be cut, WAS. even my 6" vise does not take standard 6" blanks. Dont even have hard jaws for it, lol. I have one steel end mill(that i had in my tool box). Im very limited on what i can machine. i use large round forgings(15"-22" dia.) i even took my drill endex to work to have a full set of drills. Home made tools on the lathe, to move the tool closer to the center of the turret, to cheat the machines X axis. but enough rambling.

    do you have an extra wedge clamp, that we could work something out. i could model(in solid works) parts from prints for you... yeah im in real need here....
    thanks

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    Sounds like it is time to find a new employer.

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    ive been atively looking. Im one of those workers. work hard till the bitter end, lol

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    want me to make you some? maybe your boss can just buy them from me?

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    lol. my boss is cheap. you would think that we would aready have at least one. any trade work we could do for one????

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    Quote Originally Posted by The Wolf! View Post
    lol. my boss is cheap. you would think that we would aready have at least one. any trade work we could do for one????
    If your boss will not buy it, live without it. No need to spend your own money to make him money.

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    true that...I would never expect my employees to take their post taxed money to buy tools for my shop I pay them with... That being said, if you still wanted it, I wouldnt mind doing a trade work for carbide

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    Honestly, I use both, same thing. One thing though, the tool you have pictured is for holding a tool axially in the turret. Usually that is for face grooving or just plain old facing in general. This one is the standard radial mount for od and face work and for maintaining clearance from one tool to another as shown.
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    $200 per tool block is not too much to pay.

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    i agree. but like i said my boss is very cheap. have a interview at 6:30 a.m. for Machinist/Engeneering Technician. so well see how it goes. as far as paying for stuff myself. i always have. I take it as a investment in myself. Paid for my own mastercam trainging. bout my own garbage cans with casters for easier chip removal(they had rectangle totes) hopefully its almost over. gave this current job a good year of my life, and learned mastercam, so not all bad....

    o when a job description says program(G-Code). do they mean program with the cam system g-code, or program code for the machine, lol????

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    Dang where do you live? Why dont you come work at my shop!

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    im in cali. and very little carbide. a few broken end mills... where is your shop located at???

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    good ol arizona.

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    lol. believe it or not. the family and i have talked about moving to AZ or TX. we tryed WY for a year, but my girls did not like the snow. what kind of shop do you have, what do you make? Most of my experience is in the medical feild, wheel chair stuff and other medical stuff. The last year i have been making 2 pc billet wheels.

    i also make some cool billet pcs for the chevy colorado, auto shift lever, lumbar knob, stuff like that.

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    BOSS
    10 Things you shouldn't say to Your Boss
    01. “That's impossible.” When your boss gives an assignment to you or a goal to your team, don't dismiss it as unattainable. Ideally you should find a way to meet your supervisor's expectations, but if something truly is not feasible, suggest an alternative. Example: “I like your plan for moving up the newsletter's schedule, but I'm not sure how we can make that happen this month with the other assignments we have. Is it OK if I postpone the XYZ deadline for a week to make the newsletter a priority?” 09 more after the break...

    02. “But we've always done it this way.” Just because you're comfortable with a particular way of doing things doesn't mean it's the best way for your team or organization. Be open to change. Sure, there will probably be an adjustment period with some confusion and kinks, but once you've learned the new system, it should be worth it.

    03. “That's not my job.” Your boss knows your team members, their responsibilities and their skills. Trust that if the boss gives you an assignment, there's a good reason for it. Maybe your co-worker has another high-priority assignment, or maybe your boss thinks your skill set is better suited to the task. Impress your supervisor with your can-do attitude. If you're feeling swamped with assignments, address the issue this way instead: “I can do that, but I also have this assignment … How would you like me to prioritize everything?”

    04. “I can't stand ___” or “I refuse to work with ___.” Be willing to work with everyone on your team. Otherwise, the boss may see the problem as your bad attitude, not the other employee. When a co-worker acts in a way that makes it difficult to work together, speak with the person directly. If that doesn't resolve the issue, ask your boss for advice. Example: “I've found that Carolyn has a hard time meeting deadlines, which makes it difficult for me to do my job when we work together. What do you suggest I do?” Note: If the issue is very sensitive—such as if the person is sexually harassing you or making racist comments—go to your boss about the problem immediately. Don't wait until you're assigned to work closely together.

    05. “Oops ... I should have asked, but I didn't want to bother you.” Don't risk making a costly or time-consuming mistake just because you're too intimidated to speak up and ask questions. If you don't have enough information to complete an assignment well, ask follow-up questions until you feel confident that you understand what's expected of you. Your boss would much rather you take a bit more time on the front end of an assignment than spend extra time cleaning up a mess afterward.

    06. “I figured you knew ...” Nobody likes to be blindsided, so don't put your supervisor in that position. Give your boss an opportunity to solve problems before taking them to his or her boss or to HR.

    07. “I'm taking off these days for vacation.” By all means, you should use your vacation days. But don't assume that you can take off whenever you want; requesttime off. Your plans may coincide with another co-worker's or with a major deadline, and in either case your boss may have to decline your request. Never commit to travel plans without receiving your boss's OK first.

    08. “Why haven't you accepted my friend request on Facebook?” It's great to have a friendly relationship with your boss, but don't kid yourself into thinking you're buddies. Keep your professional and personal lives separate, and don't seek to connect to your supervisor on social media platforms like Facebook (LinkedIn is an exception). Do you really want your boss to see everything that goes up on your Wall anyway? If your boss ignored your friend request, consider it a blessing and don't mention it.

    09. “I don't get paid enough for this.” That kind of statement makes you sound like an entitled whiner, which won't impress your boss and certainly won't make you a stronger candidate for future promotions or raises. If you're feeling underpaid, undervalued or dumped on, schedule a meeting with your supervisor to talk about the issue calmly and respectfully. Have specific examples prepared to support your point.

    10. “If you don't____, then I'll quit.” When your boss can't (or won't) give you what you ask for—whether it's a promotion, a raise, an enviable assignment or anything else—he or she knows that there's a chance you might seek another job. Stating that outright will only lead to awkwardness between you and your supervisor and may embarrass you later if you change your mind or are unable to find a new job.

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    looots of automotive parts
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    Quote Originally Posted by 6061-t6 View Post
    looots of automotive parts
    maf sensor plate for an intake tube???

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    Quote Originally Posted by yours_prabhat View Post
    BOSS
    10 Things you shouldn't say to Your Boss
    01. “That's impossible.” When your boss gives an assignment to you or a goal to your team, don't dismiss it as unattainable. Ideally you should find a way to meet your supervisor's expectations, but if something truly is not feasible, suggest an alternative. Example: “I like your plan for moving up the newsletter's schedule, but I'm not sure how we can make that happen this month with the other assignments we have. Is it OK if I postpone the XYZ deadline for a week to make the newsletter a priority?” 09 more after the break...

    02. “But we've always done it this way.” Just because you're comfortable with a particular way of doing things doesn't mean it's the best way for your team or organization. Be open to change. Sure, there will probably be an adjustment period with some confusion and kinks, but once you've learned the new system, it should be worth it.

    03. “That's not my job.” Your boss knows your team members, their responsibilities and their skills. Trust that if the boss gives you an assignment, there's a good reason for it. Maybe your co-worker has another high-priority assignment, or maybe your boss thinks your skill set is better suited to the task. Impress your supervisor with your can-do attitude. If you're feeling swamped with assignments, address the issue this way instead: “I can do that, but I also have this assignment … How would you like me to prioritize everything?”

    04. “I can't stand ___” or “I refuse to work with ___.” Be willing to work with everyone on your team. Otherwise, the boss may see the problem as your bad attitude, not the other employee. When a co-worker acts in a way that makes it difficult to work together, speak with the person directly. If that doesn't resolve the issue, ask your boss for advice. Example: “I've found that Carolyn has a hard time meeting deadlines, which makes it difficult for me to do my job when we work together. What do you suggest I do?” Note: If the issue is very sensitive—such as if the person is sexually harassing you or making racist comments—go to your boss about the problem immediately. Don't wait until you're assigned to work closely together.

    05. “Oops ... I should have asked, but I didn't want to bother you.” Don't risk making a costly or time-consuming mistake just because you're too intimidated to speak up and ask questions. If you don't have enough information to complete an assignment well, ask follow-up questions until you feel confident that you understand what's expected of you. Your boss would much rather you take a bit more time on the front end of an assignment than spend extra time cleaning up a mess afterward.

    06. “I figured you knew ...” Nobody likes to be blindsided, so don't put your supervisor in that position. Give your boss an opportunity to solve problems before taking them to his or her boss or to HR.

    07. “I'm taking off these days for vacation.” By all means, you should use your vacation days. But don't assume that you can take off whenever you want; requesttime off. Your plans may coincide with another co-worker's or with a major deadline, and in either case your boss may have to decline your request. Never commit to travel plans without receiving your boss's OK first.

    08. “Why haven't you accepted my friend request on Facebook?” It's great to have a friendly relationship with your boss, but don't kid yourself into thinking you're buddies. Keep your professional and personal lives separate, and don't seek to connect to your supervisor on social media platforms like Facebook (LinkedIn is an exception). Do you really want your boss to see everything that goes up on your Wall anyway? If your boss ignored your friend request, consider it a blessing and don't mention it.

    09. “I don't get paid enough for this.” That kind of statement makes you sound like an entitled whiner, which won't impress your boss and certainly won't make you a stronger candidate for future promotions or raises. If you're feeling underpaid, undervalued or dumped on, schedule a meeting with your supervisor to talk about the issue calmly and respectfully. Have specific examples prepared to support your point.

    10. “If you don't____, then I'll quit.” When your boss can't (or won't) give you what you ask for—whether it's a promotion, a raise, an enviable assignment or anything else—he or she knows that there's a chance you might seek another job. Stating that outright will only lead to awkwardness between you and your supervisor and may embarrass you later if you change your mind or are unable to find a new job.
    good one. lucky for me im a glass is half full type of person. and usually end up being the go to guy were if work. doesnt matter what the job, who is suppose to do it. it has to get done to get out the door.

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