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At 81 yrs old I'm trying to quote, from memory, a saying by Koto, "An amatuer sets his work up so that a professional cannot get good results, and a professional sets his work up so that an amatuer can get good results."

re post #177, on building a Webster: I have had the best results using a single flute counter sink, but can still produce chatter. Better parts can be produced, especially if using a drill press, by letting the part float on top of the vice i.e. the part will be caught from rotating by the...

When drilling SS do not peck drill. As long as you are throwing a chip keep the pressure on. Naturaly, do not let the chips pack up. Slow down the rpms and use a heavy feed. Generous lube. Carlos

I am trying to model the Harris Steam Donkey in Cadkey but the computer keeps puking on my shoes. Recently have had a mornings work wiped-out. When successful, this should clean up any lingering doubts about dimentions or attachments. Greetings from the Southland. Carlos