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Anyone Identify This Machine?
Hey guys, I came across a 3 in 1 listed on Craigslist and I'm having trouble identifying the manufacturer and model. It seems the wife of the owner is actually the one selling it and she doesn't...
View ArticleTool block above center
I have a Central Machine 3 in 1. The tool block holds the carbide tools slightly above lathe center. It is one of the 4 way rotating blocks that came with the (used) machine. Is it possible to...
View ArticleProblems threading on a 3 in 1 machine
Has anyone had any threading problems on their 3 in 1 machine? I am having problems threading as the existing threads that I have cut are being cut away on proceeding passes. I chucked a piece of HRS...
View ArticleNew Shopmaster 3:1 Machine. Also- Fill Old Shoptask W/ Resin-crete?
Hi everyone. Been a busy few months but I've had some play-time in the shop the last week. Two quick items in the 3:1 forum. 1) The new Shopmaster looks pretty neat and was recently lowered by...
View ArticleNew 2015 shoptask big changes in 3:1
Wow. Take a look at the new shopmaster 2015 3:1 hobby setup. http://shopmasterusa.com/
View ArticleDad's Smithy
Hello all! New member, just signed up. My dad passed away recently, and I inherited his Smithy CB 122o XL and a small Craftsman lathe. He was a physicist, and 30+ years ago we used to make engine...
View ArticleNew To Forum And A 3 In 1
Hello good people! I have been coming to the forum for a a few days now looking for some troubleshooting tips and I had to sign up. I own a force international at-300-2 3 in 1 lathe/mill/drill. Its one...
View ArticleNew To Forum With Old 1980s 3 In 1
Found this forum and have an old 3 in 1 I bought used in the late '90s for a project. It has sat covered for many years but I am intent on resurrecting and de-rusting it. Ran it to cut a groove for my...
View ArticleNew To Forum With 3in1
Hello to all, I have been lurking for a while and just reading a lot. Last year I picked up a Craftex B2229 from an older gentlemen that didn't use but instead it just got dirty and a little rusty...
View ArticleMoving A 3 In 1 Machine
Hi All, I'm hoping to buy a 1996 Shop Task 1720 xmtc for $400. I can't seem to find any manual or tips regarding lifting it. Can I use straps around the mill and a engine lift to move it into my truck?...
View ArticleSmithy 409 Mill
Does anyone have or have used the 409 mill? I am considering the Smithy Granite IMax 3 in 1 but, if I did not go that route I am considering the Smithy 409 mil and a Grizzly G0750 lathe. As I have...
View ArticleLimited space; everything is a compromise
Hi guys, and thank you in advance for your expertise. I'm just getting into lathe and mill work (I've done a little on friends machines), but I've just taken a 3 year contract position here on Guam. My...
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New Forum for 3 in 1 machines
Hi Ya'll - i have a 3 in 1 machine and now have a forum to discuss setup, tooling, etc for people with smaller lathe / milling machines - Is anyone else working with a 3 in 1 machine? If so, how does...
View ArticleSmIthy Granite 1324
Hi everyone. I recently aquired a Smithy Granite 1324 3-1. I need help-if anyone can do that-in telling me how to break down the machine for moving it. I was told I could remove 4 bolts and the...
View ArticleSmithy Granite 1324 - Questions
Hi, I'm looking at purchasing a Smithy 1324 Granite Max but my space is limited. I emailed Smithy and received a less than complete answer to my questions so hopefully someone here can provide the...
View ArticleQCTP
Hi, i would like to go to a qctp on my Smithy 12 20. Where i only have 1.017 over my cross slide would i need an AXA ? Machine in a T slot ? Thanks for any help or suggestions. Don
View ArticleSmithy Machines
Hello all Does anyone out there have any exp with the Smithy Machines. I am looking at there MI409 Mill and 1340 Lathe. I have looked at a lot of machines but I have not come across anyone using a...
View ArticleBolton BT800 and AT750 difference?
Hello, up front, I have zero machining experience. Not even back in high school. I have watched some youtube videos, and I know some of the things that I want to do with a lathe and a mill/drill....
View ArticleSmithy CB1239XL
I recently bought a cb1239 lathe/mill it's missing the tail stock and lathe motor. Smithy says they no longer have parts for this unit ,any one know of a source for these parts ,I've looked on eBay ,25...
View ArticleShop-Task 12-22 TC 1990 manual, parts list, dwg. ?
Just got a Shop-Task 12-22 TC but it is missing parts. Would like to find someone that has a manual/parts list/Dwg to scan or copy. Don't know what came with the machine. I sent an E-Mail to shopmaster...
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