I have a TM-2. I do not have a lathe. I need to drill and tap round tubes .375 in diameter and approximately 21 inches long.
Haas says the Z on the TM-2 is 16". I measured the clearance between the spindle and the table and it is approximately 24". If the spindle is too high when starting a program the machine errors out. Can that be over ridden?
I have seen right angle attachments for Bridgeport machines. I have an R8 Tapmatic head. Would something like that work?
I need ideas on how to hold the tubes, then accurately drill and tap them.
Help!