Re: Grizzly CNC update

Paul,

Just a quick tip. Replace the "Soft" nuts and bolts with a higher
grade of hardware. My import mill came with the cheapest nuts and
bolts. I am replacing the hardware before it breaks from minor use.

Wayne

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@y..., Paul <Paul.Corner@t...> wrote:
>
> Finally got the mini mill home and started to strip it down - Just
as well, I
> have found most of the slideways have quite a bit of grit mixed in
with the
> grease that covers everything. Once all the various parts have been
washed
> and cleaned, I'll be measuring up for the ballscrews and motor
mounts.
> There looks to be plenty of room for the Z and Y screws - The X
might be a
> bit of a squeeze.
> I have been presented with a short length of 32mm dia ballscrew
complete with
> a nut - Having about 125mm of travel available, I may well look at
using it
> for the Y axis.
>
> Regards, Paul.