On 4/26/2010 10:21 PM, AIOE wrote:
(this message may duplicate from eternal-september when they get around to
sending it in a year or two)

(image links inline with text - questions towards the end)

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This is also the first drill press I have owned which uses a morse taper
(MT2) to accept the chuck arbor, so I will be able to mount drill bits using
collets in those cases when the chuck doesn't grip them tightly enough (what
all do I need to start working this angle?)


The drill dosent take morse collets like those used in lathe .It uses
morse taper sleeves ,so you can use larger drills with MT2 tapered
shanks and MT1 tapered shanks with a MT2 to MT1 reducer sleeve

http://www.metalworking.com/dropbox/Rexon05.jpg

I was able to figure out that this machine is about the same as the current
Harbor Freight unit 38142, and have the manual for that machine. That led
me to figure out the assumed function of the little chrome-plated handle
shown in this picture, but despite loosening the two thumb screws, the
handle doesn't want to turn more than an 1/8". Where should I squirt some
lube to help free up this mechanism?

The little handle works on a cam that pushes the motor mount back to
tighten the belts . Probably just squirt some anti rust lube on the
motor mount shafts that are supposed to slide in and out of the head
casting,and around the handle and let it soak .

http://www.metalworking.com/dropbox/Rexon03.jpg

Anywho, I finally have a drill press that I can do some real work with.
Yay!

Jon




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