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Engine lathe

OK, next newbie question... why is an engine lathe called an 'engine' lathe? Thanks, nuk
4 comments posted 20yrs
posted by nuk
4 comments posted 20yrs posted by nuk

Cutting a gas cylinder in two without a torch

I would like to make a small cauldron from a 20 lb propane cylinder. The valve has been removed and the tank rinsed cle...
17 comments posted 20yrs
posted by rgarrett
17 comments posted 20yrs posted by rgarrett

Investment casting question

Can anyone refer me to an online group devoted to investment casting? Specifically, some guidelines regarding sprues an...
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posted by fdavidander
5 comments posted 20yrs posted by fdavidander

Hardinge DSM-59 turret problem

I have a Hardinge DSM-59. I have a drill chuck mounted in one of the positions and had a center drill in the chuck. Whe...
2 comments posted 20yrs
posted by tbriggs
2 comments posted 20yrs posted by tbriggs

Stupid DC motor control question

I have this perfect Bodine 130v DC gearmotor, except that it's blue, courtesy of Gunner, for a project. (SEE: one-way c...
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posted by tom(nospam)
4 comments posted 20yrs posted by tom(nospam)

Difference btwn mill and mill-drill?

Hello, I'm developing an interest in doing some of my own (light) machining work... last time I messed w/ non-handheld...
7 comments posted 20yrs
posted by nuk
7 comments posted 20yrs posted by nuk

Fabricators check out the Executive Desk Clock

I came across this web site and thought my fellow craftsmen in this group would appreciate ( hey, it has some metal in...
3 comments posted 20yrs
posted by cascadiadesign
3 comments posted 20yrs posted by cascadiadesign

OT: Zero-Gee Soldering

[crossposted: sci.electronics.design,sci.electronics.basics, alt.binaries.schematics.electronic,rec.crafts.metalworking...
17 comments posted 20yrs
posted by richgrise
17 comments posted 20yrs posted by richgrise

OT: RFQ: Solder 316L CRES tube to Cu 10100 plate

Please forgive the interruption - this isn't anything "for sale", this is "seeking services". I'm getting paid for this...
5 comments posted 20yrs
posted by richgrise
5 comments posted 20yrs posted by richgrise

Boyar Schultz

I recently purchased a 1970 Boyar Schultz 6-12 deluxe surface grinder. It has one-shot oiling and a built-in dust colle...
3 comments posted 20yrs
posted by albasham
3 comments posted 20yrs posted by albasham

Cleaning solvent for silicone spray lubricant

Background: In making some masters for casting that I'll use in a detailed O-scale (1:48) model, I'm sculpting clay (Sc...
3 comments posted 20yrs
posted by ndrez
3 comments posted 20yrs posted by ndrez

OT: Any Car Experts?

Anyone know if there is an easy way to disable the 25 MPH minimum on cruise control systems? Particularly for my Saturn...
28 comments posted 20yrs
posted by bob
28 comments posted 20yrs posted by bob

What is it? CIII

http://puzzlephotos.blogspot.com/ Rob
41 comments posted 20yrs
posted by rhvp67
41 comments posted 20yrs posted by rhvp67

Interesting motor comparisons

Awl-- Got a 10 hp Baldor up and running--someone had misread the numbering on the wires, and thus miswired the motor--b...
2 comments posted 20yrs
posted by physical
2 comments posted 20yrs posted by physical