Thanks for thinking about the problem.I think that the manual might have instructions for lifting, my 727 manual did.
I've got a Harbor freight 2 ton hoist and the stand fits between the legs on it, I just got my 728 last Tuesday and got it set up with it. I followed the method in the manual on lifting it, worked perfect...I used a 6 ft. lifting strap.Thanks for thinking about the problem.
Yes the manual describes a method. I am hoping that the base will fit in between the spread of the legs of the hoist. I have an alternate plan, in case that doesn't work out.
Hope it doesn't rain for an hour or so tomorrow.
I have the same engine hoist. The mill is less than 500 pounds, so the arm of the hoist can be fully extended. Tomorrow: That's what I will try.I've got a Harbor freight 2 ton hoist and the stand fits between the legs on it, I just got my 728 last Tuesday and got it set up with it. I followed the method in the manual on lifting it, worked perfect...I used a 6 ft. lifting strap.
When I put my stand together I noticed that the chip pan would move really easy when it's set in place....I didn't want to be fighting it to try and line up the holes while setting the mill on it so I actually super glued around the bolt holes on the stand and then set the chip pan on it and got the holes lined up and then pressed it down...I let it sit for about an hour, when I lifted and set the mill on it, the pan did not move, installed the bolts with no problem.
Leaking way oil:Glad to see some people getting their 728 mills. I ordered mine in June with a DRO. If their web site is still accurate I should be getting delivery in September. I'm retiring in 2 weeks, so I'm hoping this will give me the kick that I need to refocus my efforts.
Enjoy the machine and let us know if you also have the issue with leaking way oil as described by others on another thread
@mksj come to the rescue: In an earlier post he says ... He is talking about a lathe, but same goes for bolt holes, mill or lathe ...Leaking way oil:
I know there will be oil everywhere. Been there, done that. But I want to minimize it, if I can. I'm concerned about the long bolts that go through the bottom of the machine, then through the chip tray and through the top of the cabinet base.
Looks like Permatex Type-1 RTV (Room Temperature Vulcanized) Silicone Gasket Maker might do the trick. J-B Weld 31314 is also RTV.
Ideally a very little silicone would be needed where the bolt penetrates the chip pan and the cabinet base. But how to apply it.
I am thinking, after fully mounting the mill for positioning, with the pan and the cabinet minimally glued together, raise the mill, then apply only a little silicone where the bolt penetrates the holes.
Any thoughts would be welcome.