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Re: "Machinist thread" (please join in) I'm Considering Precision Matthews Vertical Mill & "blondihacks" machinist video
« Reply #45 on: July 18, 2024, 03:09:52 am »
That sure is a nice piece of equipment Bruce, congratulations!
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Re: "Machinist thread" (please join in) I'm Considering Precision Matthews Vertical Mill & "blondihacks" machinist video
« Reply #46 on: July 18, 2024, 05:54:54 am »
Quote from: krypto31337 on July 17, 2024, 10:27:07 pm
Well, I see you went with the "buy once, cry once" motto and got a great mill! This should easily last you for several lifetimes and you'll never outgrow it. Whoever had it before you certainly didn't use it much as it still looks absolutely brand new.
Yes, I did the buy once, cry once. seems to be the general opinion re: buying good tooling, I'm very happy with it.
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Re: "Machinist thread" (please join in) I'm Considering Precision Matthews Vertical Mill & "blondihacks" machinist video
« Reply #47 on: July 18, 2024, 05:55:31 am »
Quote from: Stoker on July 17, 2024, 09:12:51 pm
Oooooooohhhhhh ..... That's real Purty!

Great that you went upscale to get a knee mill with a longer spindle throw!!

Major CONGRATULATIONS Bruce .... she's a real beauty!!!

Oh yeah, and one other thing .... WELCOME BACK BRUCE ..... you've been well missed.
Thanks Stoker.
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Re: "Machinist thread" (please join in) I'm Considering Precision Matthews Vertical Mill & "blondihacks" machinist video
« Reply #48 on: July 18, 2024, 05:58:40 am »
Quote from: Jim on July 18, 2024, 02:12:07 am
No wonder you've been AWOL Bruce......my mini mill looks now like even more of a toy than it is!!!

That's some serious metal you have there mate!!!
thanks Jim, it's been a very busy time for me. I also tore apart a South Bend 9" lathe & went all through it...incredible amount of cleaning & very laborious, that will be my next video.
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Re: "Machinist thread" (please join in) I'm Considering Precision Matthews Vertical Mill & "blondihacks" machinist video
« Reply #49 on: July 18, 2024, 07:18:53 am »
Hi Bruce, You have acquired a great piece of hardware..!!!

Congrats!

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Re: "Machinist thread" (please join in) I'm Considering Precision Matthews Vertical Mill & "blondihacks" machinist video
« Reply #50 on: July 18, 2024, 07:20:04 am »
Quote from: MasonvilleEngines on April 04, 2024, 08:41:25 am
Just saw that the 3 axis adds 700 bucks, but yolo. Not sure what you are starting with but consider having a nice vice and clamping set is a must. Drill chuck, collets also plus tooling.


It adds up, I cried every payment now I am done paying for it I enjoy the hobby time it provides.
Did just what you suggested,  thanks for the guidance.
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Re: "Machinist thread" (please join in) I'm Considering Precision Matthews Vertical Mill & "blondihacks" machinist video
« Reply #51 on: July 18, 2024, 07:39:16 am »
Quote from: Bobsmodels on April 05, 2024, 07:35:04 pm

You will enjoy a nice heavy mill compared to Taig you mentioned, and after a few projects wonder how you got jobs done without it.  You need to pay once and “cry once” or you will pay twice and “cry louder”!  I think that has been inferred in the posts.

Good Luck and enjoy your retirement gifts – be generous to yourself.

Bob
I was generous to myself, & listened to your good advice.
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Re: "Machinist thread" (please join in) I'm Considering Precision Matthews Vertical Mill & "blondihacks" machinist video
« Reply #52 on: July 18, 2024, 08:43:53 am »
Basically, you have just gotten yourself a new made "Bridgeport" ..... fully decked out!

Oh, the things you can make now!!

I can hardly wait to see what you create with your newly upgraded shop!!!
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Re: "Machinist thread" (please join in) I'm Considering Precision Matthews Vertical Mill & "blondihacks" machinist video
« Reply #53 on: July 18, 2024, 09:40:46 am »
Sweet! Congratulations on your purchase and enjoy! Just having the mill available will occupy your "hobby mind", and that is worth price.
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Re: "Machinist thread" (please join in) I'm Considering Precision Matthews Vertical Mill & "blondihacks" machinist video
« Reply #54 on: July 18, 2024, 09:52:16 am »
PS I feel ya on the mobility vs stability debate.  ;)

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Re: "Machinist thread" (please join in) I'm Considering Precision Matthews Vertical Mill & "blondihacks" machinist video
« Reply #55 on: July 21, 2024, 08:02:43 pm »
Hello folks
South Bend 9" model A refurbished W/RPM Tach.
here is my "new to me" South bend 9" model A precision lathe, it took me 6 MOs to find the one I was looking for & I had to drive 6 hrs. (one way) to retrieve it.  I tore it apart & completely cleaned it, honestly it was pretty clean to start with, but I took it all the way down & went through the gearbox & spindle head & carriage saddle. everything was scrubbed spotlessly & a new felt kit applied regardless of if it needed it or not. I had Sherwin Williams mix up the "perfect" green/gray paint...it took 3 attempts, but it now has industrial oil-based enamel on it now. (takes a week to cure) I installed an RPM/tachometer L.E.D read out on it, which works very well. I shortened the linkage & belt so it can be on a 24" deep countertop. all the wiring was replaced as well (it was scary original) & a grounded plug was installed. it has a new QCTP setup as well.
7/8” Metal Snap in Panel Plugs Bright Nickel Plated Steel Hole Cover .875 Silver
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Re: "Machinist thread" (please join in) I'm Considering Precision Matthews Vertical Mill & "blondihacks" machinist video
« Reply #56 on: July 21, 2024, 08:06:04 pm »
Tool haul with the PM-935TS mill

https://youtu.be/oNYsIYMNW_I
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Re: "Machinist thread" (please join in) I'm Considering Precision Matthews Vertical Mill & "blondihacks" machinist video
« Reply #57 on: July 21, 2024, 08:59:16 pm »
Oh man, the chips will be flyin' now!!!    ;c)
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Re: "Machinist thread" (please join in) I'm Considering Precision Matthews Vertical Mill & "blondihacks" machinist video
« Reply #58 on: July 21, 2024, 09:34:41 pm »
You got the old South Bend all cleaned-up and looking pretty!

Did you check the lathe's serial number at wswells website?  I'm guessing the lathe was made sometime in the 30's to 40's.
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« Reply #59 on: July 21, 2024, 09:38:32 pm »
Quote from: krypto31337 on July 21, 2024, 09:34:41 pm
You got the old South Bend all cleaned-up and looking pretty!

Did you check the lathe's serial number at wswells website?  I'm guessing the lathe was made sometime in the 30's to 40's.
Honestly, I've never had good luck with that site.
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