Curt, This really does not come to the level of CNC. I , like you, don't really want to go to the level of computer programming to create something. Currently, my biggest problem that I have with my machine is the slop in the router plunge legs. A rig like what I found would be perfect for the machine we both have (1000ex) IF it wasn't too wide to fit in the carriage space and if would hold the larger router. Just from looking at this, the base plate on the router lifter could be cut down, drilled/tapped for the 4 holes that bolt the plate to the slides on the carriage and just replace the current aluminum base plate. The lift controls could be mounted with the x axis motor controls where you could stop a the turing and raise the router to keep from burning the wood at the end of a cut such as fluting or some twist/rope cutting project. The one thing that probably would not be made better is increasing plunge depth. I am now unsure about using a smaller router. Not so much for the loss of power as much as ability of the bearings to handle the abuse. I put a 2.5" bit in my 1.75hp PC router mounted in my work bench (my router table) and the bearings sound as though it didn't like it at all. To any one who cares to comment... I do have another question. Back in 07 there was alot of discussion about upgrading the router carriage slides to v-groove wheels/track to reduce friction. If one did upgrade this feature, would it not reduce the wear on the split nut due to the big reduction in resistance? For those newer to this forum like myself, I highly recomend reading thru the previous years comments/hints/info. It is a treasure trove of information/ideas. My many thanks to all who have contrubuted. Dexter
On Jul 13, 4:00 am, Curtis <curtgeo...@wowway.com> wrote: > Dexter That's a neat idea. > We have talked aoubt THIS idea before. > The funny thing here is, I sorta like the concept, but Dis-like the CNC > stuff. > I guess it just babby steps, Step by step we try to gain more control of > our Legacy's. ;-) > C.A.G. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Legacy Ornamental Mills" group. To post to this group, send email to legacy-ornamental-mills@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to legacy-ornamental-mills+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/legacy-ornamental-mills?hl=en.
