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    Re: x2 cncfusion kit#2 - Problem with Z axis binding

    If you mean "Problem with Z axis binding", then it is all about alignment - from end to end. You need to make the appropriate adjustments to each end. I have had mine off and on a few times and it...
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    I had the same issue with my X2/Large Table CNC...

    I had the same issue with my X2/Large Table CNC Conversion project. The large base is a lot beefier than the X2 base. I cut a pocket in the large base and gave the ball screw plenty of room. ...
  3. Sounds like your Z axis ball screw is out of...

    Sounds like your Z axis ball screw is out of alignment and binding. I would give a go at aligning it end to end.
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    Same parts here. I found that your focus when...

    Same parts here. I found that your focus when assembling the Z ball screw should be totally on getting the screw straight and parallel - don't worry about the various "pieces" aligning with other...
  5. Thread: 7x12 Lathe mods

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    Yep, looking for the leadscrew - I will look for...

    Yep, looking for the leadscrew - I will look for your update on it!

    Thanks!
    Paul
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    Hi aarongough, If it's not too much trouble,...

    Hi aarongough,

    If it's not too much trouble, would you mind posting some of the details of your Hand Wheel / lead screw mod? I am interested in doing something similar, so I would like to know...
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    Thanks Hoss! That's interesting! This is...

    Thanks Hoss!

    That's interesting! This is the response I got when I asked about the conversion this week:

    "sorry, but our kit does not fit the LMS large table assemble
    properly. We had one...
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    CNC for LMS 3677 Mini Mill Large Table

    Hi!

    I have a Grizzly Mini Mill and I would like to upgrade to the LMS Large table with CNC on all axes. I have contacted CNCFusion and they say they don't have a kit that will work with the Large...
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    One thing I am hesitant about with the CNC Fusion...

    One thing I am hesitant about with the CNC Fusion is the Z-Axis. I have seen at least one solution here that I felt was a lot better. Problem is, I need to re-research - I have been out of touch...
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    Yes, I have though about doing the same - but not...

    Yes, I have though about doing the same - but not sure it's necessary to go through that - I'm not THAT good either - meaning I'm not sure I could do any better than CNC Fusion!!

    What's your...
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    I am finally considering getting into converting...

    I am finally considering getting into converting my X2 to CNC. I have had it for several years and always wanted to do it - been lurking here for some time!

    Other than choosing the 540, I planned...
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    I don't understand why no Mod has answered you!!

    I don't understand why no Mod has answered you!!
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    Yes, it can certainly be used for one!

    Yes, it can certainly be used for one!
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    A couple more questions! What size motors /...

    A couple more questions!

    What size motors / power supply did you go with?

    Did the kit come with the motor couplings?

    Thanks again!
    Paul
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    I am getting ready to do the same on my Grizz. ...

    I am getting ready to do the same on my Grizz.

    Where did you purchase the "G540 3 Axis Kit" from?

    Are you pretty satisfied with the CNCFusion kit?

    Thanks,
    Paul
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