Lathe Tool Offsets with an Edge Finder
August 9, 2022
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My method for setting lathe tool offsets in LinuxCNC uses an electronic edge finder designed for the mill. This has an accurate 0.2″ cylinder on
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Combo Lathe Mill Buyer’s Guide
June 11, 2022
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I’ve run up a short video sharing my thoughts on the Lathe Mill Combo format of machine tools. The short version is: if you are
Making a Custom Planishing Dolly
January 24, 2015
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I needed a dolly with the correct profile to planish out the dents in a crumpled 1930s Ariel motorcycle front mudguard. As there is no
Restoring a Vintage Valanced Mudguard – Part Two
January 18, 2015
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It quickly became clear that it would not be possible to smooth out all the dents until the metal had an approximately consistent thickness. Some
Restoring a Vintage Valanced Mudguard – Part One
January 13, 2015
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Many years ago I traded some Ariel parts I didn’t need for some Ariel parts that I did need for my Ariel VB sidecar project.
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