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Re: machining old tractor parts
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Posted by rhudson on February 21, 2004 at 20:02:34 from (65.161.22.173):
In Reply to: machining old tractor parts posted by Dean Minnesota on February 21, 2004 at 19:19:38:
Hi Dean,
First off, Machining is not something just anyperson can learn, its an attitude. but since you're interested. i would say that it takes about two years training (say at a local community college) to learn how not to loose any fingers or eyes or damage the equipment. then with another two years of apprenticeship under an old timer you could consider yourself a machinest. the equipment can be found, but do yourself a favor, find yourself an old machinest that can evalutate the stuff before you invest in what could be a very big and heavy boat anchor. i would say that a lath could be had for about $2-3K, alot cheaper if you keep an eye out. a universal milling machine for about the same. throw about 3 or 4 thousand more in measuring instruments and tooling and you're set to go. ok maybe not that bad, you can take it slow, purchase tooling as you need it. the best bargain going is enrolling in the community college, the instructors will more than likely help (advise) you with the machining of you repair or replacement parts. its a wonderfull craft one that is almost lost in america today.
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