ez trak
hi , i am in need of a copy of the eztrak operating software , i have been running version 5.00.21.08 on my machine ,. but my machine had a problem and lost it and my backup copy is corrupted . anyone...
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Hardinge UM Saddle broken bolt removal
I had some problems removing the saddle from my UM mill that turned out to be due to the fact the bolts which kept the table from rotating had broken. The bolts had a tapered end which engaged a...
View ArticleBridgeport Series II special questions
Hi all I am replacing the nuts and leadscrews in our Series II mill. The X axis nut fits snug / tight in the housing / bracket, had to tap it out. I just got the Y axis apart and the nut is super...
View ArticleRound ram bridgeport
Hi, I am completely new to this so go easy! I have a round ram bridgeport with an M head, it has the early power feed on the x axis on the table and is missing a few parts, the shift lever, top plate...
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Just got bridgport, already broken, need help, parts, etc.
Long story short I bought a round ram with a j head, head was in very nice shape, table decent, ways fairly worn, and was missing the table end pieces, brackets, handles, etc. . Maybe not the perfect...
View ArticleAnyone interested in Boss 5 Parts?
I am converting a Boss 5 and have no need for anything in and including the side cabinet. As soon as I can find a VFD the back box will also be surplus. I'm in the south central texas area 50 minutes...
View Articletuneing 2 axis bridgeport ez trak
hi require a little help my ez trak is out on the x axis by 4 thou this is easy to compensate for when milling square products .but obviously gives me egg shaped holes.I have looked through all my...
View ArticleLooking for instructions on removing a Boss's table.
Now that I have my bridgeport Boss 5 mill moving on all axis I really want to check out the oiling system and make sure the ways are getting oil. Anyone have any tips or instructions for removing the...
View ArticleLooking for instructions on removing a Boss's table.
Now that I have my bridgeport Boss 5 mill moving on all axis I really want to check out the oiling system and make sure the ways are getting oil. Anyone have any tips or instructions for removing the...
View ArticleNeed help figuring out a Sony DRO thats a bit funky
Good evening Gents. So there is this poor neglected Bridgy at work that has a Sony LF-200 DRO, the scales are model SR-2711. One of the guys I work with came and asked me if I'd try to figure out why...
View ArticleHelp broken dog bone how to get out spindle trip out
ive run in to these befor allways got them out with compressed air magnet or something this one not wanting to come out spent about hour and a 1/2 thanks ken
View Article'Change gear" type power feed
Got one on my old BP. Motor turns, but something is stripped. Any info on these, or has some one taken one apart? Guess I need to just tear into it.
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Help ID strange early '80s Bridgeport Factory CNC + oiling question.
A young man near St. Louis found this machine for me and fitted a brand new Machmotion control system with existing steppers, then he took his payment and went AWOL. It was still on the original...
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Identity of two Hardinge lathes?
Any idea on models and years? From the pics they look pretty rusty. Cross and compound slide may be available for the one in the first pic. Can't tell on the second if that's a leadscrew or only a feed...
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Bridgeport single overarm adapter, J head, FOR SALE
Hey folks, I recently bought a step pulley J head, just the head, as a replacement and it came with a single overarm adapter. I have no need of it. I'm not really sure of their value, I believe they...
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Help....Unable to change head angle....pic enclosed
I am not able to change my head angle more than 8 Deg. I loosen the 4 bolts on the swivel portion but the bolt on the bottom stops it from turning. I thought it was a thread like the other head angle...
View ArticleQC #30 tooling, imports?
Hello, I've read some nmtb holders will in fact fit erikson QC30 style holder for the bridgeport. I'm aware the real spec of nmtb will not work with the quick change system but some manufacturers make...
View ArticleHow does a Kwik-Switch 200 master nut work?
My Boss 5 has a Kwik-Switch 200 spindle. The nut has not been working correctly and was stripped of all the springs and brass plug. I ordered a repair kit and supposedly have all the parts needed for a...
View ArticleHow do you adjust the clutches on the apron of an HLV lathe?
Apparently the HLV uses a different arrangement from the HLVH lathe (which I have) to adjust the clutches for the cross and long. feed. My friend Jon has one of these. I'm not there to see it. Can...
View ArticleBridgport power converter question
Newbe here looking for advice. I've moved up from a Jet Mill Drill to a 2HP Bridgeport. This will be in my home shop and I have only single phase power which is obviously a problem for a 3 phase motor....
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