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  1. 03-29-2004, 08:27 PM #1
    Kev
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    Dust covers (boots)

    HI guys,

    What do you use for a dust cover on your screws and or rails?where do you get dust covers?

    Or do you really need a dust cover? I would think that it would help prolong the life of the screw.


    Thanks

    Kev
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  2. 03-30-2004, 12:30 AM #2
    azsigns
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    The bellows dust covers are a fortune and get damaged easily.

    On my moving table machine I used 16oz vinyl sheeting/tarp/banner material.

    Strap one end of a sheet to the moving table and drape other over the end of the base of the machine.
    I bolted some angle iron to the free end to keep tension on it.

    Although not really dust proof it will keep the chips & cutting oil out.

    It's low cost, easy to remove & replace.

    Chris
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  3. 03-30-2004, 01:21 AM #3
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    If you do want to spend the money, look at Mc-Master Carr on line..............
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