Recent content by Pete.

Glad all worked out - your install looks great. Pete

I have attached 3 mods that make the X3 more user friendly. None are difficult or time consuming but what a difference. The Clutch resolves the problem of extra torque when using the hand wheel in the x-axis and the spindle lock gets rid of a wrench when changing collets. The stops make simple...

This evening I will post a clutch mod I have made - I got the mod from Paula - can't remember more about her - but it is well written and work great and is easy to use. Pete

Have you installed your DRO?

I just realized looking at rodw's pic I did not install the swarf covers - I hemed and hawed but finally decided not to install them. I have not had a problem thus far but they are part of the design. They do afford some protection but I was challenenged to see how I was at risk with out them...

I don't see it being a problem but you will be at the edge is a spot or two depending on your preference. In the pictures attached the red arrows show the back of the table. At one end of the table is a drain plug If you do not wish to mount soas to cover the plug (make it useless) then it will...

LOL, while I am in a typing mood. Some years back I found a very creative lady name Paula who created several very useful mods I have attached - they make using the X3 mill much more friendly and they are not difficult to accomplish.

I have attached more pic with close-up shots of my mounting - maybe they are useful or at least relive some frustration. Pete

http://www.ebay.com/itm/3-axis-DRO-Linear-Scale-Kits-Mill-Seig-X3-/400314583270 I installed a kit from the folks in the link. I have attached the install and user files in the ZIP and a pic of my setup. The kit provided everything to mount the scales - some drilling a tapping was all that was...

32907X by NTN bearing are an upgraded bearing that costs as little as $42. The specs are: 30mm Bore, 55mm OD, Width 13mm. http://www.ebatmus.com/search.epl?Query=tapered 32907X NTN BEARING CORP. TAPERED ROLLER BRG 0.2652 LBS EA $47.84 ------------- 6006-ZZ Grizzly pn on webb pn 8106...

You will have to ask Paula

http://www.vbeltsupply.com/conventionalvbelts.html a reference page that is handy for older belts A 30 Classic V-Belt *** Sub to A30/4L320 *** Replacement belt for Dayco AP30 classic v-belt A30 A-30 A 38 Classic V-Belt *** Sub to A38/4L400 *** Replacement belt for Dayco AP38 classic v-belt A38...

http://www.gadgetbuilder.com/BandSaw.html Here is similar to what you seek

I dont know the answers to your questions but a short search on "Atlas 12-inch Lathe" shows bunches of stuff http://bridgeport.askmisterscience.com/atlas.htm - exploded view of atlas lathe 12-36 http://www.weldershop.info/204/atlas-craftsman-lathes-and-parts/...

32907X by NTN bearing are an upgraded bearing that costs as little as $42. The specs are: 30mm Bore, 55mm OD, Width 13mm. http://www.ebatmus.com/search.epl?Query=tapered 32907X NTN BEARING CORP. TAPERED ROLLER BRG 0.2652 LBS EA $47.84 ------------- 6006-ZZ Grizzly pn on webb pn 8106...