Optimum MF2 Vario (Bridgeport-like) drawbar disassembly issue
Hi all, I have an issue with my recently acquired Optimum MF2 mill. It is a Swiss-made Bridgeport-lookalike manual mill. Unlike the original Bridgeport, this one uses ISO40 fixture in the spindle. As i...
View ArticleHardinge TM vertical head - on overarm or bolt to column
Hi all I'm working on a vertical head for my hardinge TM, using parts I have on hand. I'm planning to use a high speed head from a Versamill, which would be simple enough to bolt onto the overarm...
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Hardinge Cataract lathe questions
A few questions for you that are familiar with these gems. First, a short background. I'm a retired hobbyist. I already had a 15 and 13 inch lathes (along with 3 mills, SG, shaper, T&C grinder,...
View ArticleFitting a Newall Microsyn DRO to a Hardinge HLV-H ... Best methods explored
Hi folk - firstly Happy New Year! OK, having just fitted a Newall Microsyn 3 Axis DRO to my Deckel FP2 and been very impressed with it I now want to fit a Newall 2 Axis system to my HLV-H. I really...
View Article8F on the fritz
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/f9bis12vt...MydOujxsa?dl=0 Not sure if the video is working, but I'll try again if not... Installed this thing for a job. I was very excited to have it along for the ride,...
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Hardinge Cataract lathe with metric compound slide dials!!??!!
Just wondered how common these are. I never dreamed that a piece of equipment made in the USA in the 1940's??? would have metric dials, but I'm convinced this one does. Dang! Maybe the slide is a lot...
View ArticleHardinge TM motor amp draw too high
Hi all I have a 1940s steel dial hardinge TM mill with a 230v-only, 2 speed 3ph motor. I hooked it up directly to a 220V single phase input VFD(Yaskawa GPD-205) using the high speed wiring (leads 4,5...
View ArticleShopping for a HV6 Rotary Table
Hi Guys, I'm shopping for a rotary tables and I'm wanting to buy a new Cadillac for used Ford money. I have always bought Yuasa brand rotary tables and they never have disappointed me. However, I'm no...
View ArticleHLV-H VFD conversion ten years on
I've just received a really good PM question from a forum member regarding the HLV-H VFD conversion that I completed ten years ago. I t asks what i would do different now . I thought it might be worth...
View ArticleLost Parameters!! Hardinge VMC-1000 Fanuc 0-MD
Good day all, I did a terrible thing as I am inexperienced and inadvertently cleared my memory, and parameters without creating a backup in order to clear a p/s 101 alarm. I need help... where can I...
View ArticleThread Cutting Problem
Finally got the selector gears all back together in my Modiale Cletic lathe and today had a project envolving gear cutting. I could not get a cut to save my life. The gear dial has 1-4 numerals, and...
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How to identify power feed model/type on bridge port to get parts?
Anyone know the model/ identifier for this style feed? I think the guy tried to change feed rate while engaged. Blew two teeth, and broke the handle casting, so I need some parts. Thanks Attached...
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Series 1 Saddle - scraping and oil grooves
I have a new-to-me 1969 B'port. Came with an Albrecht chuck, 6F-B power feed, Anilam AR-5 scales and model 200S DRO, and a slotting head, all for a bit under $2K. Evaluation is on-going, but I've found...
View ArticleWhat do you experts think of this Bridgport mill?
Please take a look at this ad. Local seller wants $1800. Seems like too much to me. I want a Bridgeport to refurbish, and this one could use it. :) Thanks!
View ArticleHardinge Tool room Compound Ecentric Pin
What breaks the Ecentric pin? I replaced it with a pin from hardinge, and it's broken again a week later Never mind that we have a number of unqualified monkeys on the machine, but I found the pin...
View ArticleHLV Compound Angle for General Turning
With NSPowerlifter post on eccentric pins breaking, I found myself wondering about wear on the base of the compound. And how angling the compound might cause the wear factor to increase on the bottom...
View ArticleLathe and Mill Way Lubrication
I've been dousing the ways on my lathe and mill with oil after cleaning and before running a job. The up side is I figure lube has to be good. The down side is wet lube collects chips. Anyway, I caught...
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BP powerfeed wont run but should because...
SYMPTOMS: THE POWER FEED SYSTEM INSTALLED ON BRIDGEPORT VERTICAL MILL J-head, s/n 12/BP 123070 SHOWS NO SIGN OF PROPER OPERATION. WHEN TURNED ON THE SWITCHES ON THE POWER FEED CONTROL UNIT DO NOTHING,...
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Removing armature and bearings on HLV-H carriage power drive
I am replacing the 4 bearings in a Hardinge HLV-H carriage power drive. There are 2 at either end of the armature, and 2 in a capsule whose axis is at a right angle to the armature and contains the...
View ArticleRemoving armature and bearings on HLV-H carriage power drive
Sorry, accidentally posted duplicate. Please delete. Thank you. Dave
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