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More shop items to sell #2

READ FIRST Like many, I am down sizing. A move to a much smaller house without a 52x26 two story barn means I can't hoard anymore. And like many, getting older means thinking about the future in a more...

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D-bit grinder two step flat drills?

Hello, I am planning to buy clone of Deckel D-bit grinder primarily for grinding pantograph/router cutters but I am also interested in grinding different tools (micro boring bars, drills...) What I am...

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VME snap gage for sale

A bit sticky but goes back to zero everytime. Case in OK condition $20.00 plus shipping. Paypal

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FS - Enco Depth Gage

Complete set. Case and Gage in excellent condition - $60.00 plus shipping. Paypal

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How weldable are HF vice clamps

Any one had any luck welding on the HF knock off visegrip clamps I need to make some extended reach clamps welding would be easier than drilling and pinning

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Aluminum Endmills, coated vs uncoated

Do you guys actually notice a difference with coatings for aluminum in endmills? (Like ZRN/ZPlus) I've been using a lot of the new Garr A3 endmills (polished, uncoated) and my finishes seem better, bad...

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WTT 12’ Camelback straight edge for a 6’.

I have a 12’ Challenge camelback I’d like to trade for a 6’ camelback. I’m about 30min north of Detroit 48048. If interested, respond here and send a pm. Let me know if you have any questions or need...

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OT - Why do aerobic septic systems use CPVC pipe?

Well...yesterday my septic system failed inspection. The inspector told me the air pump (compressor) that pumps air into the tank was not working. They fail every few years, so I put another one I had...

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Fidia machines - worth the buy?

Why are the used ones in the used market so cheap? Did some browsing the forums and the feedback was they are capable machines. We are looking to expand into some 5th axis. Looking at possibly a K199,...

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Tool and cutter grinder - ID help needed

I was given this flat belt grinder under the premise that it was a surface grinder. I believe it is actually a tool and cutter grinder minus the various accessories. I have not been able to determine...

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Kira VTC 30S Z brake

My Kira VTC 30S drops in the Z on power off. I have no manuals for the machine. Does anyone have experience repairing what I assume is the Z axis brake or a manual they could scan the relevant section...

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1957 Monarch 10 EE Great Condition, Rebuilt 1983

Original 10EE Monarch Lathe, This machine is in amazing condition, especially for its age. The ways have little to no wear, cross slide screw has .005 backlash. It was made in 1957 sold to Litton...

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Tree 2UV? quick release?

That is my first question identifying the head. But the real issue is that it does not run true. I used a dial indicator and the inside where the taper sits is less that .0001 off but with a collet in...

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60 degree angles

Why are 60 degree angles so common in machine tooling?

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10EE Monarch MG DC motor speed plateau @ 380 RPM

Hello Forum members, I am here to humbly seek help with a 1953 10EE MG 220 volt machine of which the DC motor speed tops out around 300 -350 RPM. I will do my best to describe some of the indicators...

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lodge and shipley by monarch

I just took delivery of this hollow spindle lathe it is a 2516 powerturn lodge and shipley but has monarch tags all over it. It was built in 94 for some government department, its needing a good...

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Advice on the value/utility of a Bridgeport model "J" Vertical Milling Machine

I have a Bridgeport model "J" Vertical Milling Machine, 1 HP motor 220-3-60 volts, Serial No. BR-81273 (circa 1965), head J-75298, 42" table, 12" vertical knee, with model "E" Shaping attachment, 1/3...

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Dovetail vice or miteebite?

I'm looking at making a few hundred of these parts at a time i'm considering which way to clamp the part using dovetailing or holding with pitbull clamps and talon grips. Material is aluminium 1.5inch...

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Cup ,Cone,Taper clutch......?

Hello. I'm a junior machinist, as a matter of fact I would make a mediocre junior machinist cry. I have my trusty 9x19 lathe , which I a swiss army knife all things considered. I have a small milling...

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Small granite surface plates 6x8x3 and 9x12x3”

I have three of the big ones for $30 each and two of the small ones for $20 each. I think the small ones are Grade 0 made in Japan, the large ones have no labels

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