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  1. Re: Needing a little extra X axis travel in bench machine

    I like that idea with the second spindle on the Z axis. The one place I could possible see an issue coming into play is the extra torque in that direction when drilling. Though it could be a non...
  2. Re: Needing a little extra X axis travel in bench machine

    I like that idea with the second spindle on the Z axis. The one place I could possible see an issue coming into play is the extra torque in that direction when drilling. Though it could be a non...
  3. Re: Needing a little extra X axis travel in bench machine

    I haven't left yet, just trying to figure out why I am the bad guy for wanting to make an attempt to stay with US made products. I have tools that are 100% US made, along with tools where the...
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    Tooling suggestions for titanium

    Hey guys. I am going to be needing to countersink some holes in titanium. They are sized for #4 or #6 hardware if I remember correctly. Either way, can someone give me some suggestions for tooling...
  5. Re: Needing a little extra X axis travel in bench machine

    I'm sorry but I will not buy foreign products when there is a reasonable US made part. I work as a union millwright and everytime someone brings in foreign tools, they are total junk. Haven't seen...
  6. Re: Needing a little extra X axis travel in bench machine

    Well looks like I won't be posting on any more machining forums. This is the 4th one that I get multiple people telling me I am an idiot for wanting to stick with US made products. I guess I had a...
  7. Re: Needing a little extra X axis travel in bench machine

    I got to thinking about it guys. And with the extra movements in the head about the X and Y axis just in the mount at the top rear of the mount I should be able to swing all the way around a 6"x14"...
  8. Re: Needing a little extra X axis travel in bench machine

    While I appreciate the suggestion, I really want to stay with a US made machine, preferably new.
  9. Needing a little extra X axis travel in bench machine

    Hey guys I know I am a new guy here but I am looking for suggestions in a setup.

    This fall I am going to be purchasing a sherline 2000 series mill. The problem is for some projects I have planned...
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    Sticky: Re: Welcome thread-tell us about you.

    Hey guys. New member here. I am a union millwright with mechanical keyboards and computers/PC gaming as a hobby. I have a small amount of machining experience from a combination of high school and...
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