Recent content by jbonfoey

Thanks you all for your input everyone, I’ve printed out the diagrams and hopefully learn something.

Yes, good reminder Richard, thanks. These happen to be quite obvious, so I’ve remade the part.

Well, thank you again SmithDoor. I’m learning as I go, and I’ve learned about the countersinking process today. Seems I often learn by mistakes anymore, but since this is my hobby mostly it’s time I waste. Take care, Jack

Thanks SmithDoor, makes sense. I guess maybe in the back of my mind I was hoping I hadn’t ruined the piece I was countersinking....but to no avail.

Thanks Barnbikes, that seems quite straight forward.

On the attached picture does the line referencing the countersink mean to make the top (largest part) of the countersink hole .225 in diameter? I made it .225 deep using an 82-degree countersink and it’s huge for a 4-40 FH screw. Is there a quick (and easy) way to know how deep to drill with a...

Clever idea! I'll have to remember that one. Jack

I enjoyed your story Brian! Thanks for sharing the story and pictures! Jack Loveland, CO. USA

Gus - like the picture of your shop out on balcony there. It looks so inviting! What is your average temperature there? Was down to around zero (F) here week about, but better now. Jack Loveland, Colorado, USA

I joined a while back and have been reading and admiring the projects and information this group shares. Thought I would introduce myself. I've always been interested in engines, and messed with them a lot as a kid. My most recent effort along this line was to rebuild an old Cushman motor...