[ihavenofish]

hi, im trying to tweak my kx1 here, and one of the big issues is the head. i think the columns is the same size as the x2 though (yes, its alot bigger then a normal x1), so im wondering if the x2 head might actually fit. will make my life so much easier. so i need some dimensions if anyone is willing to measure.

1 - column width.
2 - dovetail width accross the widest point.
3 - dovetail depth from outermost face to way surface.
4 - head saddle height (length of dovetail).
5 - centre of spindle to dovetail way face.

basically, ive determined 90% of my woes on this machine have to do with the z saddle being an effective 3.6" long, and the ball screw being mounted in the rear with flexy plates. when the ball screw changes direction, the head twists.

im hoping to use the x2 head and saddle and put the ball screw up front like many mods have.

[hoss2006]

Here ya go,
Hoss

[ihavenofish]

Here ya go,
Hoss

nuts! tis 3/4" wider than mine. doesnt look it in the pictures.


i guess that ideas out.

merci