On 2009-08-27, Karl Townsend wrote:

Now, I don't use R8 any more, too wimpy. Strictly a taper 40 guy here.

Just curious what do you do that you find it too wimpy.

This one of those things that you don't know why till you've had one. Kinda
like the difference between a hand drill and a drill press. It just plain
removes metal faster and without trouble. I have about 30 taper 40 holders
all set up with a cutter. Plus power draw bars on both my CNC and manual
mills for quick tool change. The whole set up just makes metal mangling more
fun.

Do you use coolant much?

I am very tempted to give coolant a shot on my Bridgeport.

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