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  1. General Metalworking Do you burn your draft cards down on main street?

    Do you burn your draft cards down on main street?
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    That's my point - the poratabilty makes it almost...

    That's my point - the poratabilty makes it almost constant.
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    I do not have a cell phone, and do not intend to...

    I do not have a cell phone, and do not intend to get one. Why does everyone feel that they "NEED" to be reachable 24/7? I see people out for dinner,talking, but not to the ones they are out with. ...
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    Thank you for posting this Paul. I use SW and...

    Thank you for posting this Paul. I use SW and will definately check this out!
    Gerald
  5. Eric, you are in great shape. The machine will do...

    Eric, you are in great shape. The machine will do CNC very capably. Finish up your cable, and triple check it. I do not remember whether you can actually operate your motors with the trial version of...
  6. Hi Eric, it is really great to hear from you. ...

    Hi Eric, it is really great to hear from you.

    I'm doing this to run G-code (machining code). Do you primarily wish to engrave with your setup? I'm not sure whether my hack will be beneficial for...
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    Mills and Drills Joe, this is not broaching. To learn about the...

    Joe, this is not broaching. To learn about the principle google "Reuleaux triangle" This also leads into the whole topic of "lobing" in centerless ground shafts. It is based on the principle that...
  8. Updated patch cable drawing to convert Xenetech engraver to G-code

    Some time ago I posted a Xenetech to G-code thread, and I have had contact with some Sawmill Creek members regarding further details. This led me to update my patch cable drawing, and I am posting it...
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    This is a real puzzle George, and I can totally...

    This is a real puzzle George, and I can totally understand that you NEED to understand the problem. I trust this is CAM produced code? Have you run the job in cut rendering software? This...
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    Does it still do it if you slightly change your...

    Does it still do it if you slightly change your tool length and touch off Z at a different work offset? Bad spot in hardware??
  11. Phil, the thing was a family affair, and yes my...

    Phil, the thing was a family affair, and yes my daughter had a lot of fun with this. Our whole family is very interested in Egypt, and we all learned a lot.
  12. @ Kevin W Johnson, I agree with your basic...

    @ Kevin W Johnson, I agree with your basic thought, but I am struggling to think of cars (plural) that got 52 MPG in the 70's or 80's. I had a Mini 1000 that got good mileage, and it was very cool...
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    Metal Lathes 0005"/in final answer - that's what I get for...

    0005"/in final answer - that's what I get for posting after my bedtime:rolleyes:
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    Metal Lathes My above post should read .00005"/in not ft...

    My above post should read .00005"/in not ft Sorry:)
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    Metal Lathes Hi Morey, I too am a fan of Metric, but I know...

    Hi Morey,
    I too am a fan of Metric, but I know that Imperial is here to stay in North America for the near future anyway. I know what you are after, and why, but I don't have an answer for you as...
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    Cherie, I want in on your secret - 20 pieces 12...

    Cherie, I want in on your secret - 20 pieces 12 ft x 18ft from a 4' x 8' sheet!!!!! I know, I'm just being a smarty. Still if it could be done...
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    Dick and John are right. Don't skimp on your...

    Dick and John are right. Don't skimp on your base - here's why: If you have a good gravel base, it's not holding water. It is wet soil under concrete that heaves when it freezes. If you have...
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    Cuisinart now - It's not bad. We used to use a...

    Cuisinart now - It's not bad. We used to use a Melita, which was so good my wife made me put it in the basement because at 20+ years it was out of style in our kitchen. Still works. Maybe I can...
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    Mills and Drills Bruce, IMO Kurt means machine vise - others need...

    Bruce, IMO Kurt means machine vise - others need not apply. Nice rotary!
  20. DeWalt 7740 Radial Arm Saw for free. It was...

    DeWalt 7740 Radial Arm Saw for free. It was built the year I was born. (not really that old...heh heh:) ) They don't build machinery like that anymore.
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    Metal Lathes I was in your shoes a few months back, and then...

    I was in your shoes a few months back, and then my dad asked me if I was interested in his 12 x 37. Was I??!!!! Anyway, I don't wish to gloat, but I agree with the people who would recomend a...
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    Keep in mind that many software packages have...

    Keep in mind that many software packages have video requirements that your super duper graphics cards will not provide. I mean, that there are approved cards, and drivers that are neccessary (yes,...
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    General Metalworking That is a truly beautiful ring!

    That is a truly beautiful ring!
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    General Metalworking I agree with Chris. Use a gas powered...

    I agree with Chris. Use a gas powered construction saw to get the job done if it is a large bed. Otherwise electric will be fine. Wear a dust mask and be prepared to get blackened. Lots of...
  25. Here finally are some pictures of the finished...

    Here finally are some pictures of the finished project. I modelled the display case after the one in the Cairo Museum.
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