⚙ Model Engineering in the UK

OT: Free computer, printers, etc.

Hi folks, Just thought I'd post this offer here in case anyone wants them (this is my stuff)... I have a computer, two...

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posted by cdt22NOSPAM

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Locating pin steel?

I'm upgrading my BCA mill (again) and there are a few locating pins missing. The pins are used to ensure that the bits...

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posted by zenadsl6186

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Chuck Removal

Hi, Any tips for removing the chuck from a Progress 1S pillar drill? It has a knurled threaded ring above the chuck, wh...

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posted by akm.reynolds

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chingford mec

hi all, anyone got any information as to whats happened to the chingford mec website? thanks john

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posted by john0.valks

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#10-24 Grub Screw

Hi all, I've been struggling trying to find the above screw, and I thought that I'd ask here. Full requirement is #10-2...

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posted by dave

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Moving a "Beaver"

I am considering purchasing a Beaver Mill. I have a copy of John Stevensons "Moving a Bridgeport.txt". Does anyone know...

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posted by poundeater

20 comments posted 16yrs posted by poundeater

Myford ML10 tumbler

Hi, Have just acquired a Myford ML 10 in good condition. Am wondering if any one has seen a tumbler assembly fitted to t...

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posted by Briwil37.46nscn

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Victoria / elliott universal dividing head, information on gears wanted

Hi Chaps, would anyone happen to have a Victoria or Elliott Universal dividing head, that has the gearing to fit to the...

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posted by albertbigbollocks

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OT but with ME connection

I recently purchased a 2nd hand dehumidifier from eBay to help keep the workshop dry. It worked well for a couple of we...

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posted by binswood

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Colchester lathe clutch

The clutch on my Colchester Triumph 2000 has finally packed up when used in reverse. I do know about how to make adjust...

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posted by emimec.19

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Glueing query

I need to glue a stack of 40+ brass and steel pieces. They will be pulled together with three tie bars. They are a bit...

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posted by poundeater

9 comments posted 16yrs posted by poundeater

Taps and Dies ?

Guys, I'm looking to buy a metric tap and die set, from M2 to M12, first and plug taps and dies. I also want a UNF set,...

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posted by DR_G.46ddcn

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De-misting a sand blaster window

My Guyson sand blasting cabinet is excellent, but the perspex window constantly mists up externally from my breath. Esp...

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posted by andrew

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Myford VMC versus Warco/Chester 626

The "626" milling machines available from the likes of Warco and Chester look very similar to the much more expensive M...

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posted by mike.crossfield

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Repairing tarmac

A bit off-topic, but how should I go about repairing some holes in Tarmac? There are ten holes, about 8" across, in a p...

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posted by zenadsl6186

11 comments posted 16yrs posted by zenadsl6186