PM Research Mini Engine Lathe Build

[Stevendavis]

I just might have to do that once I get it done!

 

[Stevendavis]

Got some work done on the tool post and lead screw components.

 

[TonyHallo]

Have you cut the slot in the lead screw and the worm? Like to see how you did so.

 

[Stevendavis]

Hey Tony,
To cut the slit in the lead screw I used the same fixture I used on the lathe bed. I just cut a pinching groove in the side of it and clamped the lead screw in and cut it with a slitting saw. I used a coping saw to cut the groove in the worm gear you made, for the worm gear key. It worked out good. Your only dealing with a 1/32 on each piece.

 

[Stevendavis]

Got the carriage clutch assembly done. I'm really liking the DRO functions!!

 

[TonyHallo]

Never would have thought to use a coping saw?

 

[Stevendavis]

Never would have thought to use a coping saw?

It worked great.

 

[Stevendavis]

Got started on the cross slide last night.

 

[Stevendavis]

Got a little more done on the cross slide.

 

[dhal22]

I wished this thread showed up on the new posts. I have to look for updates/ new posts.