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Hey Guys,
Just transitioning to my new-to-me Phase 2 tool post on my SB9c. No way the t-nut that came with it will fit. I see three options:
1. Re-mill the t-nut that came with the post. My least preferred option as I am not completely comfortable with my Burke No. 4 yet.
2. Redrill and thread my existing t-nut to fit the Phase 2. I do not know the thread pitch, and I am thinking it might be metric. Any ideas on the size/pitch?
3. Make a new post to fit the Phase 2 that matches the thread size and pitch of my current t-nut, and replace the top nut to an imperial thread. Leaning towards this.
Please share your thoughts, and if you know the specifications of the t-nut thread.
Thanks,
Greg
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ww_big_al
The tee nut is deliberately left large so it can be fitted to your lathe. It is a metric thread on the P-2. I believe it is a M14 but not positive. I can measure mine if you want. It isn’t too hard to mill. You have a wide fitment tolerance for it. You can also file or grind it to fit. Al
From: SouthBendLathe@groups.io <SouthBendLathe@groups.io> On Behalf Of G K via groups.io Sent: Sunday, February 26, 2023 3:37 PM To: SouthBendLathe@groups.io Subject: [SouthBendLathe] Phase 2 Tool Post Hey Guys,
Just transitioning to my new-to-me Phase 2 tool post on my SB9c. No way the t-nut that came with it will fit. I see three options:
1. Re-mill the t-nut that came with the post. My least preferred option as I am not completely comfortable with my Burke No. 4 yet.
2. Redrill and thread my existing t-nut to fit the Phase 2. I do not know the thread pitch, and I am thinking it might be metric. Any ideas on the size/pitch?
3. Make a new post to fit the Phase 2 that matches the thread size and pitch of my current t-nut, and replace the top nut to an imperial thread. Leaning towards this.
Please share your thoughts, and if you know the specifications of the t-nut thread.
Thanks,
Greg
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Thanks Al,
Pretty sure it's M14x1.5.
If I have a tap in that size, I'll go with there-drill and re-tap. If not, I'll mill.
Greg
On Sunday, February 26, 2023 at 02:48:02 PM CST, ww_big_al <arknack@...> wrote:
The tee nut is deliberately left large so it can be fitted to your lathe. It is a metric thread on the P-2. I believe it is a M14 but not positive. I can measure mine if you want. It isn’t too hard to mill. You have a wide fitment tolerance for it. You can also file or grind it to fit. Al
From: SouthBendLathe@groups.io <SouthBendLathe@groups.io> On Behalf Of G K via groups.io Sent: Sunday, February 26, 2023 3:37 PM To: SouthBendLathe@groups.io Subject: [SouthBendLathe] Phase 2 Tool Post Hey Guys,
Just transitioning to my new-to-me Phase 2 tool post on my SB9c. No way the t-nut that came with it will fit. I see three options:
1. Re-mill the t-nut that came with the post. My least preferred option as I am not completely comfortable with my Burke No. 4 yet.
2. Redrill and thread my existing t-nut to fit the Phase 2. I do not know the thread pitch, and I am thinking it might be metric. Any ideas on the size/pitch?
3. Make a new post to fit the Phase 2 that matches the thread size and pitch of my current t-nut, and replace the top nut to an imperial thread. Leaning towards this.
Please share your thoughts, and if you know the specifications of the t-nut thread.
Thanks,
Greg
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Al, where are you. I’ll be happy to mill it for you
On Feb 26, 2023, at 3:48 PM, ww_big_al <arknack@...> wrote:
The tee nut is deliberately left large so it can be fitted to your lathe. It is a metric thread on the P-2. I believe it is a M14 but not positive. I can measure mine if you want. It isn’t too hard to mill. You have a wide fitment tolerance for it. You can also file or grind it to fit. Al From: SouthBendLathe@groups.io <SouthBendLathe@groups.io> On Behalf Of G K via groups.io
Sent: Sunday, February 26, 2023 3:37 PM
To: SouthBendLathe@groups.io
Subject: [SouthBendLathe] Phase 2 Tool Post Hey Guys,
Just transitioning to my new-to-me Phase 2 tool post on my SB9c. No way the t-nut that came with it will fit. I see three options:
1. Re-mill the t-nut that came with the post. My least preferred option as I am not completely comfortable with my Burke No. 4 yet.
2. Redrill and thread my existing t-nut to fit the Phase 2. I do not know the thread pitch, and I am thinking it might be metric. Any ideas on the size/pitch?
3. Make a new post to fit the Phase 2 that matches the thread size and pitch of my current t-nut, and replace the top nut to an imperial thread. Leaning towards this.
Please share your thoughts, and if you know the specifications of the t-nut thread.
Thanks,
Greg
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Don,
I do not believe that Al is in need to the milling. I'm the one fitting the Phase 2 QCTP to my SB9c. Al was just schooling me on an approach. I appreciate the offer to do the milling, but sooner or later, I need to put on the "big boy pants" and take care of it myself. ;o)
Greg
ps: If I crash and burn, I mat take you up on the offer.
On Sunday, February 26, 2023 at 05:07:07 PM CST, Don Verdiani via groups.io <dlverdiani@...> wrote:
Al, where are you. I’ll be happy to mill it for you
Don in Eastern PA On Feb 26, 2023, at 3:48 PM, ww_big_al <arknack@...> wrote:
The tee nut is deliberately left large so it can be fitted to your lathe. It is a metric thread on the P-2. I believe it is a M14 but not positive. I can measure mine if you want. It isn’t too hard to mill. You have a wide fitment tolerance for it. You can also file or grind it to fit. Al From: SouthBendLathe@groups.io <SouthBendLathe@groups.io> On Behalf Of G K via groups.io
Sent: Sunday, February 26, 2023 3:37 PM
To: SouthBendLathe@groups.io
Subject: [SouthBendLathe] Phase 2 Tool Post Hey Guys,
Just transitioning to my new-to-me Phase 2 tool post on my SB9c. No way the t-nut that came with it will fit. I see three options:
1. Re-mill the t-nut that came with the post. My least preferred option as I am not completely comfortable with my Burke No. 4 yet.
2. Redrill and thread my existing t-nut to fit the Phase 2. I do not know the thread pitch, and I am thinking it might be metric. Any ideas on the size/pitch?
3. Make a new post to fit the Phase 2 that matches the thread size and pitch of my current t-nut, and replace the top nut to an imperial thread. Leaning towards this.
Please share your thoughts, and if you know the specifications of the t-nut thread.
Thanks,
Greg
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Jim_B
Here is a way to do it on a lathe.
On Feb 26, 2023, at 6:26 PM, G K via groups.io <bug_hunter2000@...> wrote:
Don,
I do not believe that Al is in need to the milling. I'm the one fitting the Phase 2 QCTP to my SB9c. Al was just schooling me on an approach. I appreciate the offer to do the milling, but sooner or later, I need to put on the "big boy pants" and take care of it myself. ;o)
Greg
ps: If I crash and burn, I mat take you up on the offer.
On Sunday, February 26, 2023 at 05:07:07 PM CST, Don Verdiani via groups.io <dlverdiani@...> wrote:
Al, where are you. I’ll be happy to mill it for you
Don in Eastern PA On Feb 26, 2023, at 3:48 PM, ww_big_al <arknack@...> wrote:
The tee nut is deliberately left large so it can be fitted to your lathe. It is a metric thread on the P-2. I believe it is a M14 but not positive. I can measure mine if you want. It isn’t too hard to mill. You have a wide fitment tolerance for it. You can also file or grind it to fit. Al From: SouthBendLathe@groups.io <SouthBendLathe@groups.io> On Behalf Of G K via groups.io
Sent: Sunday, February 26, 2023 3:37 PM
To: SouthBendLathe@groups.io
Subject: [SouthBendLathe] Phase 2 Tool Post Hey Guys,
Just transitioning to my new-to-me Phase 2 tool post on my SB9c. No way the t-nut that came with it will fit. I see three options:
1. Re-mill the t-nut that came with the post. My least preferred option as I am not completely comfortable with my Burke No. 4 yet.
2. Redrill and thread my existing t-nut to fit the Phase 2. I do not know the thread pitch, and I am thinking it might be metric. Any ideas on the size/pitch?
3. Make a new post to fit the Phase 2 that matches the thread size and pitch of my current t-nut, and replace the top nut to an imperial thread. Leaning towards this.
Please share your thoughts, and if you know the specifications of the t-nut thread.
Thanks,
Greg
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Jim B
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On Sun, Feb 26, 2023 at 06:44 PM, Jim_B wrote:
Here is a way to do it on a lathe.
On Feb 26, 2023, at 6:26 PM, G K via groups.io <bug_hunter2000@...> wrote:
Don,
I do not believe that Al is in need to the milling. I'm the one fitting the Phase 2 QCTP to my SB9c. Al was just schooling me on an approach. I appreciate the offer to do the milling, but sooner or later, I need to put on the "big boy pants" and take care of it myself. ;o)
Greg
ps: If I crash and burn, I mat take you up on the offer.
On Sunday, February 26, 2023 at 05:07:07 PM CST, Don Verdiani via groups.io <dlverdiani@...> wrote:
Al, where are you. I’ll be happy to mill it for you
Don in Eastern PA
On Feb 26, 2023, at 3:48 PM, ww_big_al <arknack@...> wrote:
The tee nut is deliberately left large so it can be fitted to your lathe. It is a metric thread on the P-2. I believe it is a M14 but not positive. I can measure mine if you want. It isn’t too hard to mill. You have a wide fitment tolerance for it. You can also file or grind it to fit.
Al
From: SouthBendLathe@groups.io <SouthBendLathe@groups.io> On Behalf Of G K via groups.io
Sent: Sunday, February 26, 2023 3:37 PM
To: SouthBendLathe@groups.io
Subject: [SouthBendLathe] Phase 2 Tool Post
Hey Guys,
Just transitioning to my new-to-me Phase 2 tool post on my SB9c. No way the t-nut that came with it will fit. I see three options:
1. Re-mill the t-nut that came with the post. My least preferred option as I am not completely comfortable with my Burke No. 4 yet.
2. Redrill and thread my existing t-nut to fit the Phase 2. I do not know the thread pitch, and I am thinking it might be metric. Any ideas on the size/pitch?
3. Make a new post to fit the Phase 2 that matches the thread size and pitch of my current t-nut, and replace the top nut to an imperial thread. Leaning towards this.
Please share your thoughts, and if you know the specifications of the t-nut thread.
Thanks,
Greg
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Jim B
Looking at the pictures, you don’t seem to end up with a T nut, but a flat flat. Is that correct, or am I just not seeing the T?
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Jim_B
In that picture, yes. That’s an Atlas. On a SB there is a stub.
On Feb 26, 2023, at 6:52 PM, Rick <vwrick@...> wrote:
On Sun, Feb 26, 2023 at 06:44 PM, Jim_B wrote:
Here is a way to do it on a lathe.
On Feb 26, 2023, at 6:26 PM, G K via groups.io <bug_hunter2000@...> wrote:
Don,
I do not believe that Al is in need to the milling. I'm the one fitting the Phase 2 QCTP to my SB9c. Al was just schooling me on an approach. I appreciate the offer to do the milling, but sooner or later, I need to put on the "big boy pants" and take care of it myself. ;o)
Greg
ps: If I crash and burn, I mat take you up on the offer.
On Sunday, February 26, 2023 at 05:07:07 PM CST, Don Verdiani via groups.io <dlverdiani@...> wrote:
Al, where are you. I’ll be happy to mill it for you
Don in Eastern PA
On Feb 26, 2023, at 3:48 PM, ww_big_al <arknack@...> wrote:
The tee nut is deliberately left large so it can be fitted to your lathe. It is a metric thread on the P-2. I believe it is a M14 but not positive. I can measure mine if you want. It isn’t too hard to mill. You have a wide fitment tolerance for it. You can also file or grind it to fit.
Al
From: SouthBendLathe@groups.io <SouthBendLathe@groups.io> On Behalf Of G K via groups.io
Sent: Sunday, February 26, 2023 3:37 PM
To: SouthBendLathe@groups.io
Subject: [SouthBendLathe] Phase 2 Tool Post
Hey Guys,
Just transitioning to my new-to-me Phase 2 tool post on my SB9c. No way the t-nut that came with it will fit. I see three options:
1. Re-mill the t-nut that came with the post. My least preferred option as I am not completely comfortable with my Burke No. 4 yet.
2. Redrill and thread my existing t-nut to fit the Phase 2. I do not know the thread pitch, and I am thinking it might be metric. Any ideas on the size/pitch?
3. Make a new post to fit the Phase 2 that matches the thread size and pitch of my current t-nut, and replace the top nut to an imperial thread. Leaning towards this.
Please share your thoughts, and if you know the specifications of the t-nut thread.
Thanks,
Greg
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Jim B
Looking at the pictures, you don’t seem to end up with a T nut, but a flat flat. Is that correct, or am I just not seeing the T?
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Jim B
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On Sun, Feb 26, 2023 at 06:57 PM, Jim_B wrote:
In that picture, yes. That’s an Atlas. On a SB there is a stub.
On Feb 26, 2023, at 6:52 PM, Rick <vwrick@...> wrote:
On Sun, Feb 26, 2023 at 06:44 PM, Jim_B wrote:
Here is a way to do it on a lathe.
On Feb 26, 2023, at 6:26 PM, G K via groups.io <bug_hunter2000@...> wrote:
Don,
I do not believe that Al is in need to the milling. I'm the one fitting the Phase 2 QCTP to my SB9c. Al was just schooling me on an approach. I appreciate the offer to do the milling, but sooner or later, I need to put on the "big boy pants" and take care of it myself. ;o)
Greg
ps: If I crash and burn, I mat take you up on the offer.
On Sunday, February 26, 2023 at 05:07:07 PM CST, Don Verdiani via groups.io <dlverdiani@...> wrote:
Al, where are you. I’ll be happy to mill it for you
Don in Eastern PA
On Feb 26, 2023, at 3:48 PM, ww_big_al <arknack@...> wrote:
The tee nut is deliberately left large so it can be fitted to your lathe. It is a metric thread on the P-2. I believe it is a M14 but not positive. I can measure mine if you want. It isn’t too hard to mill. You have a wide fitment tolerance for it. You can also file or grind it to fit.
Al
From: SouthBendLathe@groups.io <SouthBendLathe@groups.io> On Behalf Of G K via groups.io
Sent: Sunday, February 26, 2023 3:37 PM
To: SouthBendLathe@groups.io
Subject: [SouthBendLathe] Phase 2 Tool Post
Hey Guys,
Just transitioning to my new-to-me Phase 2 tool post on my SB9c. No way the t-nut that came with it will fit. I see three options:
1. Re-mill the t-nut that came with the post. My least preferred option as I am not completely comfortable with my Burke No. 4 yet.
2. Redrill and thread my existing t-nut to fit the Phase 2. I do not know the thread pitch, and I am thinking it might be metric. Any ideas on the size/pitch?
3. Make a new post to fit the Phase 2 that matches the thread size and pitch of my current t-nut, and replace the top nut to an imperial thread. Leaning towards this.
Please share your thoughts, and if you know the specifications of the t-nut thread.
Thanks,
Greg
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Jim B
Looking at the pictures, you don’t seem to end up with a T nut, but a flat flat. Is that correct, or am I just not seeing the T?
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Jim B
So a round stub, not a T nut.
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Jim_B
Yes the slab secures the QCTP. The stub centered it.
On Feb 26, 2023, at 6:59 PM, Rick <vwrick@...> wrote:
On Sun, Feb 26, 2023 at 06:57 PM, Jim_B wrote:
In that picture, yes. That’s an Atlas. On a SB there is a stub.
On Feb 26, 2023, at 6:52 PM, Rick <vwrick@...> wrote:
On Sun, Feb 26, 2023 at 06:44 PM, Jim_B wrote:
Here is a way to do it on a lathe.
On Feb 26, 2023, at 6:26 PM, G K via groups.io <bug_hunter2000@...> wrote:
Don,
I do not believe that Al is in need to the milling. I'm the one fitting the Phase 2 QCTP to my SB9c. Al was just schooling me on an approach. I appreciate the offer to do the milling, but sooner or later, I need to put on the "big boy pants" and take care of it myself. ;o)
Greg
ps: If I crash and burn, I mat take you up on the offer.
On Sunday, February 26, 2023 at 05:07:07 PM CST, Don Verdiani via groups.io <dlverdiani@...> wrote:
Al, where are you. I’ll be happy to mill it for you
Don in Eastern PA
On Feb 26, 2023, at 3:48 PM, ww_big_al <arknack@...> wrote:
The tee nut is deliberately left large so it can be fitted to your lathe. It is a metric thread on the P-2. I believe it is a M14 but not positive. I can measure mine if you want. It isn’t too hard to mill. You have a wide fitment tolerance for it. You can also file or grind it to fit.
Al
From: SouthBendLathe@groups.io <SouthBendLathe@groups.io> On Behalf Of G K via groups.io
Sent: Sunday, February 26, 2023 3:37 PM
To: SouthBendLathe@groups.io
Subject: [SouthBendLathe] Phase 2 Tool Post
Hey Guys,
Just transitioning to my new-to-me Phase 2 tool post on my SB9c. No way the t-nut that came with it will fit. I see three options:
1. Re-mill the t-nut that came with the post. My least preferred option as I am not completely comfortable with my Burke No. 4 yet.
2. Redrill and thread my existing t-nut to fit the Phase 2. I do not know the thread pitch, and I am thinking it might be metric. Any ideas on the size/pitch?
3. Make a new post to fit the Phase 2 that matches the thread size and pitch of my current t-nut, and replace the top nut to an imperial thread. Leaning towards this.
Please share your thoughts, and if you know the specifications of the t-nut thread.
Thanks,
Greg
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Jim B
Looking at the pictures, you don’t seem to end up with a T nut, but a flat flat. Is that correct, or am I just not seeing the T?
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Jim B
So a round stub, not a T nut.
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Jim B
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T-nuts are a great entry-level project on a mill; it sounds you like (or Al?) have a horizontal, just go for it!
The biggest problem I've had with milling T-nuts is getting the tolerances *too* tight, which is easy to fix. If you can, measure with adjustable parallels, as they'll let you feel the fit with full contact across the machined casting, vs. a few point measurements with calipers or an ID mic. I measure with adjustable parallels on the bottom width, top width, bottom ("step") height, and use a depth mix for the total height.
Then take ~10-30 thou of of each of those dimensions. They *all* need to be a bit short of measurement, and the height from the step to the top of the leg of the T is the only really important one. The leg *cannot* protrude above the surface of the compound, or it's not a nut, it's just a spacer.
You can also use a lathe like a horizontal mill, and make one of these, but it's not ideal. I'm making parts for my milling machine this way right now.... I'll share pictures when I'm further along in the process.
--Rogan
On Sun, Feb 26, 2023 at 4:04 PM Jim_B < jim@...> wrote: Yes the slab secures the QCTP. The stub centered it. On Feb 26, 2023, at 6:59 PM, Rick <vwrick@...> wrote:
On Sun, Feb 26, 2023 at 06:57 PM, Jim_B wrote:
In that picture, yes. That’s an Atlas. On a SB there is a stub.
On Feb 26, 2023, at 6:52 PM, Rick <vwrick@...> wrote:
On Sun, Feb 26, 2023 at 06:44 PM, Jim_B wrote:
Here is a way to do it on a lathe.
Don,
I do not believe that Al is in need to the milling. I'm the one fitting the Phase 2 QCTP to my SB9c. Al was just schooling me on an approach. I appreciate the offer to do the milling, but sooner or later, I need to put on the "big boy pants" and take care of it myself. ;o)
Greg
ps: If I crash and burn, I mat take you up on the offer.
Al, where are you. I’ll be happy to mill it for you
Don in Eastern PA
On Feb 26, 2023, at 3:48 PM, ww_big_al <arknack@...> wrote:
The tee nut is deliberately left large so it can be fitted to your lathe. It is a metric thread on the P-2. I believe it is a M14 but not positive. I can measure mine if you want. It isn’t too hard to mill. You have a wide fitment tolerance for it. You can also file or grind it to fit.
Al
Hey Guys,
Just transitioning to my new-to-me Phase 2 tool post on my SB9c. No way the t-nut that came with it will fit. I see three options:
1. Re-mill the t-nut that came with the post. My least preferred option as I am not completely comfortable with my Burke No. 4 yet.
2. Redrill and thread my existing t-nut to fit the Phase 2. I do not know the thread pitch, and I am thinking it might be metric. Any ideas on the size/pitch?
3. Make a new post to fit the Phase 2 that matches the thread size and pitch of my current t-nut, and replace the top nut to an imperial thread. Leaning towards this.
Please share your thoughts, and if you know the specifications of the t-nut thread.
Thanks,
Greg
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Jim B
Looking at the pictures, you don’t seem to end up with a T nut, but a flat flat. Is that correct, or am I just not seeing the T?
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Jim B
So a round stub, not a T nut.
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Jim B
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Thanks a lot guys. I'll knock something out tomorrow, and post the result.
Greg
On Sunday, February 26, 2023 at 06:48:04 PM CST, Rogan Creswick <creswick@...> wrote:
T-nuts are a great entry-level project on a mill; it sounds you like (or Al?) have a horizontal, just go for it!
The biggest problem I've had with milling T-nuts is getting the tolerances *too* tight, which is easy to fix. If you can, measure with adjustable parallels, as they'll let you feel the fit with full contact across the machined casting, vs. a few point measurements with calipers or an ID mic. I measure with adjustable parallels on the bottom width, top width, bottom ("step") height, and use a depth mix for the total height.
Then take ~10-30 thou of of each of those dimensions. They *all* need to be a bit short of measurement, and the height from the step to the top of the leg of the T is the only really important one. The leg *cannot* protrude above the surface of the compound, or it's not a nut, it's just a spacer.
You can also use a lathe like a horizontal mill, and make one of these, but it's not ideal. I'm making parts for my milling machine this way right now.... I'll share pictures when I'm further along in the process.
--Rogan
On Sun, Feb 26, 2023 at 4:04 PM Jim_B < jim@...> wrote: Yes the slab secures the QCTP. The stub centered it. On Feb 26, 2023, at 6:59 PM, Rick <vwrick@...> wrote:
On Sun, Feb 26, 2023 at 06:57 PM, Jim_B wrote:
In that picture, yes. That’s an Atlas. On a SB there is a stub.
On Feb 26, 2023, at 6:52 PM, Rick <vwrick@...> wrote:
On Sun, Feb 26, 2023 at 06:44 PM, Jim_B wrote:
Here is a way to do it on a lathe.
Don,
I do not believe that Al is in need to the milling. I'm the one fitting the Phase 2 QCTP to my SB9c. Al was just schooling me on an approach. I appreciate the offer to do the milling, but sooner or later, I need to put on the "big boy pants" and take care of it myself. ;o)
Greg
ps: If I crash and burn, I mat take you up on the offer.
Al, where are you. I’ll be happy to mill it for you
Don in Eastern PA
On Feb 26, 2023, at 3:48 PM, ww_big_al <arknack@...> wrote:
The tee nut is deliberately left large so it can be fitted to your lathe. It is a metric thread on the P-2. I believe it is a M14 but not positive. I can measure mine if you want. It isn’t too hard to mill. You have a wide fitment tolerance for it. You can also file or grind it to fit.
Al
Hey Guys,
Just transitioning to my new-to-me Phase 2 tool post on my SB9c. No way the t-nut that came with it will fit. I see three options:
1. Re-mill the t-nut that came with the post. My least preferred option as I am not completely comfortable with my Burke No. 4 yet.
2. Redrill and thread my existing t-nut to fit the Phase 2. I do not know the thread pitch, and I am thinking it might be metric. Any ideas on the size/pitch?
3. Make a new post to fit the Phase 2 that matches the thread size and pitch of my current t-nut, and replace the top nut to an imperial thread. Leaning towards this.
Please share your thoughts, and if you know the specifications of the t-nut thread.
Thanks,
Greg
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Jim B
Looking at the pictures, you don’t seem to end up with a T nut, but a flat flat. Is that correct, or am I just not seeing the T?
--
Jim B
So a round stub, not a T nut.
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Jim B
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ww_big_al
Thank you for the offer, Don. I have milled a couple of these so I do not need your generous offer. FYI. I live in Michigan Al
From: SouthBendLathe@groups.io <SouthBendLathe@groups.io> On Behalf Of Don Verdiani via groups.io Sent: Sunday, February 26, 2023 6:07 PM To: SouthBendLathe@groups.io Subject: Re: [SouthBendLathe] Phase 2 Tool Post Al, where are you. I’ll be happy to mill it for you Don in Eastern PA
On Feb 26, 2023, at 3:48 PM, ww_big_al <arknack@...> wrote:
The tee nut is deliberately left large so it can be fitted to your lathe. It is a metric thread on the P-2. I believe it is a M14 but not positive. I can measure mine if you want. It isn’t too hard to mill. You have a wide fitment tolerance for it. You can also file or grind it to fit. Al Hey Guys,
Just transitioning to my new-to-me Phase 2 tool post on my SB9c. No way the t-nut that came with it will fit. I see three options:
1. Re-mill the t-nut that came with the post. My least preferred option as I am not completely comfortable with my Burke No. 4 yet.
2. Redrill and thread my existing t-nut to fit the Phase 2. I do not know the thread pitch, and I am thinking it might be metric. Any ideas on the size/pitch?
3. Make a new post to fit the Phase 2 that matches the thread size and pitch of my current t-nut, and replace the top nut to an imperial thread. Leaning towards this.
Please share your thoughts, and if you know the specifications of the t-nut thread.
Thanks,
Greg
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