Re: Just got my toy to work!

Hi WOODKNACK, Norm,

As posted previously...

Alan Marconett KM6VV wrote:

>
> Hi Norm,
>
> Right here! Name's Alan. 440.85 Mhz, pl...
>
> Actually, I might add, I didn't BUILD the router, I just posted the pix,
> and studied the plans! It's built using ball bearing drawer slides,
> 1/4"-20 threaded rod (as I recall), and small steppers. Dan wrote the
> article, but doesn't have a reprint, and as you know, Nuts & Volts owns
> it. I'd put out a call for Milton; "CQ CQ CQ Milton..." ;>)
>
> Seriously I'd contact Milton. Milton are you still listening? Or,
> email me off list and I'll provide whatever info I can (for any and
> all).
>
> You might also look at:
>
> http://hometown.aol.com/drigotti/HobbyCNC.htm
>
> Dave has an extensive set of router plans. Uses Kirk Motion parts.
> Obviously more expensive! But depending what you are looking for...
>
> HTH
>
> Alan KM6VV

Nuts and Volts may sell reprints. Milton arranged for me to see a copy
of Dan's article. I posted Milton's pix for him.

Your router project seems to be doing fine! Perhaps YOU could post
plans for those interested.

Alan KM6VV

> Hello I posted pictures of my new toy I have been working on now for
> sometime. Still not done have alot to do to it. Its in the photo
> section under WOODKNACK. I saw some photos under the file section of
> a modified Dan Mauch's machine. I tried to get ahold of the guy to
> find out where I could get the plans, but had no luck. So I built it
> with the photos he had in the file section. Just kind of wung it!
> Did'nt come out to bad I think. Like I said still need to do alot
> more to it. Total cost so far is around $300 dollars with everything
> you see in the photos. Still need to buy a trim router for it..