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  1. #1
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    X3 Conversion - saddle pins

    Hello all,
    I've just started the cnc conversion of my x3 mill (Grizzly 0619) using the cncfusion #4 kit. I have the table and the x-saddle removed, and have also removed the x and y lead-screw brackets. Now I see that there are two pins on the x axis-saddle. How does one remove these?

    As you can see it didn't take me very long to run into trouble... any help is greatly appreciated,
    Jack

  2. #2
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    From my recollection, these are tapered pins. Try tapping them thru lightly.
    I hope this helps.

    Frank

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    Jlerion,

    This is a very good reference.

    http://www.arceurotrade.co.uk/projec...on%20Guide.pdf

    Jeff...
    Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish.

  4. #4
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    Frank,
    Yes, they are indeed tapered pins - and with a few gentle, but firm, taps from the top they did fall out.

    In regards to Jeff's link - the indepth guide doesn't remove the x/y lead-screw blocks - strange though, because Mr. Watson does remove everything else - on the mill I mean.

    Thanks,
    Jack

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    Jack,

    Sorry, I should have checked for the x/y lead-screw blocks removal instructions.

    Jeff...
    Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish.

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