⚙ Model Engineering in the UK

MES Taps.......

does anyone know of a source of MES (mini Edison Screw) taps???? it would be very helpful for a little project I am wor...

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posted by ttimbird

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Myford ML1,2 or 4 Spares Required.

Hi, I am restoring a Myford ML4 lathe for my daughter to use for jewelry manufacture. I require a top slide, back gears...

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posted by john

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Harrison Mill Parts

Having purchased a non-working Harrison AutoCycle Milling machine, I am now looking for the necessary parts to get it w...

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posted by moray_dot_cuthill

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Whitworth

This is slightly OT, but I'm sure someone may be able to offer some information. I have just acquired a Whitworth tap a...

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posted by Kevin.Steele

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Myford A1Lathe

I have just aquired a Myford A1 Lathe. Anyone know any history regarding when made etc. The lead screw gears are missin...

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posted by john

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Crows blast on a loco whistle

Hello all, Reading a book on steam locomotive experience, the author in one chapter asked the driver to give three 'crow...

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Compressor recomendation

Hi I need to look for a compressor for model engineering, painting, cleaning and general use. What type, range, capacity...

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posted by aocc47

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copper tube prices.

Hey guys, any idea what sort of price 2" and 3" copper tube, suitable for boilers, is per foot. many thanks Joules

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posted by jenesisjoules

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WTB: Meyer&Burger/astoba UW1

Hi I bought an Astoba (better known as Meyer&Burger) UW-1 uiversal machine tool. It's gorgeous, but it's "naked" - I'm...

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posted by hanf

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Best source of spares for Colchester 2000

Anyone know the Best spares supply for Colchester Lathes. Just spent £750 On 1 gear 1 rack pinion 1 spring and a few bus...

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posted by david_keates

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DRO

Reading some stuff on the Yahoo Raglan group the following link came up: http://www.shumatech.com/products/dro-350/inde...

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posted by Wells_hall

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Unimat SL vertical column and headstock adaptor

Hi I have just bought an old Unimat SL and need the above - does anyone know of a source? TIA Geoff

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posted by me

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Workshop

My long awaited house move now seems to be looming, and so my thoughts are turning towards a new workshop. It is a deta...

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posted by Kevin.Steele

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air hammer design question

I've been given an old CP No 40 air rivetting hammer, the snag being it's minus the piston I've asked CP in the UK, the...

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posted by timleech

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Sheet Metal Guillotine

Hello, Has anyone in the midlands a second hand four foot treadle guillotine for sale or powered one if the price is rig...

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posted by iflyer

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