Post by: IanBB on July 30, 2021, 05:18:49 AM
Post by: Flem on July 30, 2021, 09:05:26 AM
It looks like your sandpaper width is enough that you would not have to mount anything under the belt, but could maybe scab a plate onto the existing frame or table. looks like some drilling and bolting are in order.
Max is the guy you want to hear from, he has done machine mods and from the pics he posted, he's got skills!
Post by: Mad Max on July 30, 2021, 09:13:02 AM
Post by: Flem on August 01, 2021, 11:13:42 AM
But it would be easy enough to clamp an "L" shaped piece onto your existing table (plywood, recycled counter, etc)
with a strut under the unclamped portion for support. Excuse the crude markup, I tapped into my inner Chicken.
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Post by: Jeff Freeman on August 01, 2021, 11:39:42 AM
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Post by: Jeff Freeman on August 01, 2021, 12:07:21 PM
Post by: IanBB on August 01, 2021, 01:17:00 PM
I was also thinking of a jig for powerlams, I could probably get both with a new table.
Post by: Jeff Freeman on August 01, 2021, 01:25:32 PM
Post by: Flem on August 01, 2021, 01:30:13 PM
Nice Flem, that's probably the way to go. I probably shouldn't worry too much about drilling into the existing base.
I was also thinking of a jig for powerlams, I could probably get both with a new table.
I got nuthin' here. It's all Jeff!!
Post by: IanBB on August 01, 2021, 02:14:25 PM
I'll see if I can pattern something similar. I like the idea of being able to fit different attachments to the wooden table. I don't think I have ever used the metal table to hold any other jig apart from the square attachment.
Do you use that to do riser fades?
Post by: Jeff Freeman on August 01, 2021, 02:23:39 PM
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Post by: Flem on August 01, 2021, 08:59:17 PM
I don't know if you folks have Building/ home recycling stores over in the UK, but they are a great source of cheap materials for projects like yours. That or craigslist
Post by: Jeff Freeman on August 01, 2021, 09:01:22 PM
Post by: Crooked Stic on August 01, 2021, 09:25:12 PM
I used steel for a table but alum. will work. Use the cover plate bolts on your motor to mount the plate. Will need spacers and shim stock to get it squareA simple rub pin for your jigs is the cheaper way to go.
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Post by: IanBB on August 02, 2021, 07:35:13 AM
Crooked Stic - my issue with using my drive wheel is that mine is made from rubber and doesn't adjust. I can see how in yours you're able to attach to it, I can't do the same on mine.
Going to have a go and see what I can come up with. I may as well drill into my table, couple of small holes won't cause any problems.
Post by: Mad Max on August 02, 2021, 07:58:01 AM
How thick is your plate???????????
IanBB you can mount to the motor bolts like stic did, rubber should work as long as it's flat
Post by: IanBB on August 02, 2021, 12:51:09 PM
Had a little play earlier with an idea I'm having. Hopefully the pictures tell the story, it works pretty well as is. Keeping it square would just require a slightly wider plate of wood to hold it and some purpose clamps. This was just rough.
So an offset guide which moves on a pin that allows you to copy the underneath of the form. Thoughts?
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Post by: Flem on August 03, 2021, 11:47:43 PM
Looks like you are making a basic Hill style handle?
Maybe attach a low collar on the table, encircling the pulley, that the bottom of your jig would register against and maintain equidistance.