Soon to be a PM-935T-S owner

[Sparkymacker]

Well unpacked and sitting on the floor, just have to run in a 240V/20A circuit tomorrow and it will be up and running!

 

[VTX1800]

Gerry,
I see the shop crane.
The spread of the legs is narrow.
How did you get it around the pallet?

And the height of the crane; were the motor and quill rotated 90 degrees?

I see one strap strategically placed under the base and twisted around the front.
Was there a second strap around the rear of the base and the ram?
Did you have a load leveler on the crane?

Good job.

regards,

Ted

 

[Rbeckett]

I'm still salivating madly waiting for some PM Porn. Everytime Matt puts a pic string up I have to try a different way to balance my checkbook. Too bad I cant just wish about 10 grand into my account and pull the trigger on a maxed out 935 power everything and 3 axis DRO. So c'mon Matt, post up some new mill porn I am having withdrawals waiting... I did find a very good deal on a Clausing 8520 Mill, so it is just a matter of time till it shows up and I can start making scrap in earnest...Since I got the shop cleared out I have been enjoying seeing the floor I poured on my way to Iraq. I actually have enough room for all my machines to run all at the same time if I want. So please fellows don't forget the cheesecake pics of the uncrating ceremonies when your new machines arrive. It would certainly brighten an old cripples day to see someone else with that huge Cheshire cat grin going on...


Bob

 

[Sparkymacker]

Hi Ted

I had to lift the mill up with the shop crane to get the pallet off. Once the pallet was removed the mill would fit between the legs of the shop crane. There is a lifting eye in the middle of the mill but more of the weight is on the front. I had to add the strap on the front so that the bite was more on the front when I lifted it, ended up being balanced quite well. I rotated the head 180 down so that it was more manageable for lifting. Got it powered up yesterday and cut a few chips! I have to get a milling vice now!

Gerry

Gerry,
I see the shop crane.
The spread of the legs is narrow.
How did you get it around the pallet?

And the height of the crane; were the motor and quill rotated 90 degrees?

I see one strap strategically placed under the base and twisted around the front.
Was there a second strap around the rear of the base and the ram?
Did you have a load leveler on the crane?

Good job.

regards,

Ted

 

[Glitch]

Hey folks!

Lust took over and I also ordered a 9x35V. Nice to see you got yours all cozy in your shop already sparky! I am the same as sparky and Stonebriar. Just a hobbiest looking to buy a quality machine without having to troubleshoot or rebuild a new chinese machine. About 9 years from retirement getting all my toys bought.
Tim, me looks like you made a very nice upgrade from files! Hehehehe...
Hoped you guys could maybe help with some information since some of you have your machines already...
What is your spindle nose size so I can go ahead and order a indicol clamp.
what oils were reccomended for the machine? Light spindle oil? Any certain way oil?
anything else I need to know ahead of time?
is there any kind of manual or literature?
has anyone run a indicator on the spindle? Running true?

i appreciate any and all help.

 

[Sparkymacker]

Hi Glitch

It is all cozy but that is as far as it has gotten so far! Been busy at work the last couple of weeks so no energy left to play around in the shop. I have to finish running the 120V in this weekend. I am about 7-9 years out from retirement too, depending on how much longer I work! I am probably going to go to part time after 65 if circumstances permit. I ordered up a vise and some other odds and ends yesterday. I was going to get a Kurt vise but I decided since I am planning on building any space shuttles a generic one would do. I also ordered up a facing mill and a horizontal dial gauge so I can set the nod and tram as I manipulated the head getting it in place. I bolted some aluminum in and made a few chips, this is my youtube of the momentous occasion!

[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7CXuLHlThlE

QUOTE=Glitch;160941]Hey folks!

Lust took over and I also ordered a 9x35V. Nice to see you got yours all cozy in your shop already sparky! I am the same as sparky and Stonebriar. Just a hobbiest looking to buy a quality machine without having to troubleshoot or rebuild a new chinese machine. About 9 years from retirement getting all my toys bought.
Tim, me looks like you made a very nice upgrade from files! Hehehehe...
Hoped you guys could maybe help with some information since some of you have your machines already...
What is your spindle nose size so I can go ahead and order a indicol clamp.
what oils were reccomended for the machine? Light spindle oil? Any certain way oil?
anything else I need to know ahead of time?
is there any kind of manual or literature?
has anyone run a indicator on the spindle? Running true?

i appreciate any and all help.[/QUOTE]

 

[lregister]

Hi Sparky,

Looks great, congrats!!! Just curious, what is making the rattling noise when it's running? Does that persist when running at a higher speed? I would think it would be quiet and smooth without the noise. It almost sounds like dry gears.

 

[Sparkymacker]

Hi Sparky,

Looks great, congrats!!! Just curious, what is making the rattling noise when it's running? Does that persist when running at a higher speed? I would think it would be quiet and smooth without the noise. It almost sounds like dry gears.

Yeah I thought it was a bit noisy too, I should check into that.

 

[Ray C]

Ah, I see/hear what you're talking about... That sure sounds like a v-belt rattling to me. The noise went away as soon as he blipped the speed control and you can even see the belt rattling a little. I'm not familiar with that unit but, I gotta think there's a way to set the belt tension...


Ray

Hi Sparky,

Looks great, congrats!!! Just curious, what is making the rattling noise when it's running? Does that persist when running at a higher speed? I would think it would be quiet and smooth without the noise. It almost sounds like dry gears.

 

[Sparkymacker]

Hi Ray

I noticed it seems to be coming off the back pulley, if you put a bit of tension on it it goes away. The motor is on a pivot that allows you to loosen the belts for changing the speed. I will tighten them up more tonight and see if that cures it. I sent Matt a e-mail for his suggestions.

Ah, I see/hear what you're talking about... That sure sounds like a v-belt rattling to me. The noise went away as soon as he blipped the speed control and you can even see the belt rattling a little. I'm not familiar with that unit but, I gotta think there's a way to set the belt tension...


Ray