2016 POTD Thread Archive

brass too..just look at the boogers on your ground clamp:congratulate:
 
Got the enclosure back plate and standoffs for the control system Mark (mksj) is designing and building. The enclosure will have a clear door/face and the aluminum I had on hand was rough in terms of finish, so I decided to spend a little time to make it nicer. The 2" standoffs where made using the newly acquired 5C chuck. I really enjoyed the close work without the threat of a large rotating chuck. Parting was also uneventful as was power tapping 10-32. The enclosure will be mounted to the wall behind the lathe while the more complicated control system will be hidden inside the machines cabinet. Mark has been very generous with his knowledge and time.
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Hear you can see the condition of the aluminum finish prior to "engine turning".IMG_1277.JPGIMG_1295.JPG
Facing,drilling,tapping and parting using the 5C chuck.IMG_1297.JPG
The finished product.IMG_1299.JPGIMG_1301.JPG
New button panel for the front of the lathe. Punched the holes in less than 60 sec. on iron worker.IMG_1279.JPG
Thats it for now.
 
firestopper said:
Got the enclosure back plate and standoffs for the control system Mark (mksj) is designing and building. The enclosure will have a clear door/face and the aluminum I had on hand was rough in terms of finish, so I decided to spend a little time to make it nicer. The 2" standoffs where made using the newly acquired 5C chuck. I really enjoyed the close work without the threat of a large rotating chuck. Parting was also uneventful as was power tapping 10-32. The enclosure will be mounted to the wall behind the lathe while the more complicated control system will be hidden inside the machines cabinet. Mark has been very generous with his knowledge and time.
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Hear you can see the condition of the aluminum finish prior to "engine turning".View attachment 122613View attachment 122614
Facing,drilling,tapping and parting using the 5C chuck.View attachment 122615
The finished product.View attachment 122616View attachment 122617
New button panel for the front of the lathe. Punched the holes in less than 60 sec. on iron worker.View attachment 122618
Thats it for now.
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Looks amazing Paco, but I'm a pushover for engine turned items. I've been trying to save up for a 5C chuck for my 13x40 lathe as well. Unfortunately it keeps getting pushed down the list.

Mike.
 
not sure i would put holes where chips can get in
 
That's slicker than eel snot Paco. I have a C5 chuck I need to mount for the new lathe. X2 on working close to a regular chuck, it does make you pay attention. Mike
 
Trying to sand out all the scratches from my bits of ally I made a sanding roller from a bit of pool noodle, wooden dowel and different grades of wet and dry. (400, 800, 1200)
It works very well on slowest speed. I run in reverse as it feels better to me. notice the paper is rolled up so the end doesnt get caught on an edge.
I use white spirit/oil mix as lube so the cloth is to catch all the drips.
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I wish I had seen paco's work first, I will be doing some of that on some of my bits.
 
TOOLMASTER said:
not sure i would put holes where chips can get in
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If your referring to the button panel on the lathe, I was test fitting the new panel for the photo. Its has the original panel with 4 buttons when in use.

The scotch brite pads would have taken too long with the nasty condition of the original surface with too many deep gouges. The 180 grit made short work of it.

zmotorsports said:
Looks amazing Paco, but I'm a pushover for engine turned items. I've been trying to save up for a 5C chuck for my 13x40 lathe as well. Unfortunately it keeps getting pushed down the list.

Mike.
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Thanks Mike, I have never used a 5C system before, and can't believe it took me this long, but then again, I'm alway learning new things. It made thing quicker and safer IMO.
 
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