Install a Power Feed on your Y Axis | Milling Machine

[@DudleyToolwright]

You know, I have watched several of your videos in a row and you are costing me money.😂😂

[@CraigLYoung]

Morning Randy! You know by saying "I hope" sets red flags for problems.

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Morning Craig. Yeah but my I hopes are better than most. Merry Christmas

[@TheKnacklersWorkshop]

Hello Randy, Good work, I agree about reversing the orientation of the switch, logically it makes sense now... Take care. Paul,,

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Thank you Paul. This makes it so I don’t have think so hard, more intuitive. Merry Christmas

[@ScoutCrafter]

There is always a bit of tweaking and modification required and once that is done it is a sweet setup!

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Yes for sure John, very nice now. Thank you and Merry Christmas

[@MyLilMule]

I always wondered why people mounted the Z axis power feed at an angle. Makes sense now.

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Yep mount one or both at an angle Your choice. Thank you and Merry Christmas

[@leonardstotzer4056]

Randy the mounting plate you have is to short the right plate which is longer would allow you to mount it vertically with clearence

[@AmateurRedneckWorkshop]

Way to go there Randy. I think what you get in Y and Z axis depends on which one you install first. The Z axis was last one installed on mine so it tilts to the left. Thanks fir the video keep on keeping on.

[@houseofbrokendobbsthings5537]

Morning Randy. I have the same power feed on my mid size Rockwell mill. Three years in zero problems. My one issue is sometimes I need to adjust the feed knob up to get it moving and back it down to slow slow feed. Other than that all good. Nice modification.

[@RRINTHESHOP]

It to bad Dan. Thanks and Merry Christmas

[@Dogfather66227]

I was able to use similar kits to yours on the X- and Z-axes of my Precision Matthews bed style mill so I may give the Y-axis a try using Asian hardware. A thought regarding safety - you might consider a safety ball crank handle such as one sold by Eisen Machinery. They are also available on eBay by other sellers. All are around $40. They don’t engage unless you push it in (similar to Z-axis crank). This could save you a nasty injury if you got caught between the tail of your vise and the crank somehow or, heaven forbid, you snag the crotch of your pants on the rotating handle. Additionally, the ball handles look nice. Thanks for posting.

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Thank you for the suggestion i will look at that. HNY

[@jimpritz4169]

It would not have been any fun if everything had just fit perfect and we would not have had that great video. Great job on all the mods Randy. It all came out great and we all learned a thing er 2. Thanks for the video.

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Thank you Jim. Just a few items to deal with. They are nice to have. Merry Christmas.

[@DudleyToolwright]

I already have x and z power feeds and really want a y as well. Thanks for the info.

[@bcbloc02]

3 axis power feed for the win!

[@RRINTHESHOP]

This is great. Loving it already. Thank you Brian. Merry Christmas.

[@takedeadaim8671]

They have them made to fit a bunch of machines so you have to expect a bit of re work. Nice job of getting it to fit

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Thanks, worked out well.

[@bamboozler8459]

Awaiting your video of the dro install on the lathe before I order one. I checked out the website and agree with you on the pricing of their products, in my budget also!

[@RRINTHESHOP]

For sure, it will be a few weeks. Thanks and Merry Christmas

[@jerekirkpatrick2092]

Hi Randy. Thanks for the Christmas Card and sorry to hear about you having Shingles. Be sure to get the booster in 6 months. Thanks for the videos. Jere

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Thank you Jere. All good now. Merry Christmas

[@Scottforyoutube]

Nice work Randy! I always learn a lot watching your work!

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Thank you Scott. Merry Christmas.

[@jimzivny1554]

I heard about the earthquake In northern California, hope it didn't affect you and your family. Be safe

[@adamstripp39]

Happy holidays Randy! Been mustering up the courage to add them to my mill good video not too tricky after all

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Not to tricky, a little work. Working out great. Happy New Year.

[@camojoe2]

Randy, I'm not trying to crush your groove, Bubba, 'cause you know I respect your knowledge, but that wacked-out power feed angle would drive me nuts. Have you considered turning the counter bored screw holes in the black mounting ring into slots? At least then you could rotate the unit into a more Zen- like position. Just a thought. Regards, Duck

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Thanks for your thoughts. Right now it is works ok. I would like it to be better.I will look at it more after the new year. Thank you Duck. Merry Christmas.

[@johnemery3933]

I fitted a Z axis drive a couple of years ago and I did not like the spring in the handle I removed it and the bolt to hold it to the shaft and keep it in the reversed position until it is needed. Works great

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Yes for sure John, already removed. Thank you and Merry Christmas

[@camojoe2]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours Randy! Regards, Duck

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Happy holidays!

[@howder1951]

Great video Randy, these drives are as amazing as there are different configurations of lead screw designs. Just takes a bit of work and figuring in every case. Cheers!

[@RRINTHESHOP]

For sure, just be willing to deal with it. Thank you Howder, Merry Christmas

[@sheph7]

geeeezzzeeeee... reminds me of the "bolt-on" stuff I have bought for my trucks and cars over the years. I guess I'm too old for the portable CAD writing tablet never replace scraps chunks of paper/wood/cardboard/hand/arm in my shop. Nice video, thanks

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Oh yeah for sure. One of the grandkids gave that to me, had to use it. Thank you and Merry Christmas

[@JourneymanRandy]

Great way to do that Randy. I like the idea of doing this. My mill is a 1912 Garvin and it would be a major improvement to have a power feed on the x axis to start with. Thanks for the motivation. ☃️

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Thank you Randy, this setup is working great. Yep x should be the first axis to have. Merry Christmas

[@KW-ei3pi]

Frankenmill ; -) Your video will be so helpful to those mounting one of these units. Thanks for posting. I never liked these aftermarket units. The crank handle issues for one. And location of the engagement handle for another. I'm hoping that my system will eliminate both handles. Regards.

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Thanks for watching!

[@KW-ei3pi]

@@RRINTHESHOP Oops. I forgot to mention that I am building 3 axis power feeds with Stepper Motors driven by Arduino and switches to eliminate the need for handles.

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Only until something does not work. LOL. Nice.@@KW-ei3pi

[@GregsGarage]

Nice upgrade Randy!

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Thank you Greg, worked out well.

[@robertwatsonbath]

Thanks Randy. It put up a fight but you got there in the end :)

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Not to bad, Thank you Robert, Merry Christmas

[@robertwatsonbath]

@@RRINTHESHOP Merry Christmas to you too

[@Engineerd3d]

Merry Christmas Randy!

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Merry Christmas

[@brandontscheschlog]

Very cool. Do you know that you can keep the Z axis handle on backwards to store it? That way its always on the machine

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Oh yes I often use that method. Thank you and Merry Christmas

[@dieselgypsy1100]

I'm wondering why you didn't just turn down your existing shaft to fit the new parts rather than modifying/making them fit your existing (bent) shaft? Anyway, enjoyed the video! 👍 Thanks!

[@RRINTHESHOP]

I thought about that. But I would of had to tear down the saddle to get the shaft out. Way more work involved. I am sure once I get the shaft removed I would want to make a whole new one for both x and Y and new nuts. Thank you for your comment and thoughts. Merry Christmas.

[@TheAyrCaveShop]

I was hopping it would just bolt on after all the work needed on the last one...well maybe the next accessory. Nicely done Randy, I like the control handle mod 👍👍 Merry Christmas

[@RRINTHESHOP]

That would of been nice. More intuitive now. Thank Dean and Merry Christmas

[@grntitan1]

The knee handle flopping on there would bug me. I’d remove it after the handle dug into my leg a few times. 😊

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Oh yeah, I tried it out. It is not in use now. thanks

[@rbrown264]

can you show how you hooked up your power stop

[@TrPrecisionMachining]

good video randy

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Thank you Tr. worked out well. Merry Christmas

[@kwd57]

Do you think the problems you had fitting both drives would have happened on a Bridgeport?

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Boy that is hard to say. I do not know. Thank you Merry Christmas

[@radenscreationsandrestorations]

Always great work Randy! I'm looking forward to your thoughts on their DROs! Looks like for about $1200-$1300, plus shipping, I could outfit by Bridgeport with all the drives and a DRO kit...

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Yes for sure. I am working on the fro install for the Logan lathe right now. Thank you and Merry Christmas.

[@radenscreationsandrestorations]

@@RRINTHESHOP Merry Christmas from the Great Lakes freighters!

[@brauschau]

Just a quick question: Do these extension shafts not come loose as they are only screwed on?

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Well mine have not. No problems at all. Thanks for watching.

[@dannywilsher4165]

Y did you wait so long to install that drive? Good job...!

[@RRINTHESHOP]

$$. Thanks Danny. Merry Christmas

[@dannywilsher4165]

@@RRINTHESHOP Yes sir, that affects a lot of us. Merry Christmas to you and yours also!!!!!!!

[@camojoe2]

CAD drawing=Crayon assisted drawing? LOL Regards, Duck

[@RRINTHESHOP]

LOL, A great stocking stuffer. Merry Christmas.

[@johnfriend240]

Careful if the ad says 'fits Bridgeport and clones'. My PM feed (took three to get one that ran!) said fits Bridgeport. NOT!!! Hardware metric, bolt circles off, shaft sizes metric, etc. Good thing I had a lathe and mill...

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Yep for sure John. Thanks for the great comment. Merry Christmas

[@gordonmorse663]

I think most of these after-market manufacturers assume the buyer has enough mechanical savvy to make their products work. In fact, I'm sure they're counting on it!

[@RRINTHESHOP]

@@gordonmorse663 Yep i think so.

[@joell439]

👍👍😎👍👍

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Thank you Joel. Merry Christmas

[@wnebergall]

You're getting spoiled in your old age Randy

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Well old does have something to do with it. A touch of arthritis in the wrist so this is all by prescription. Well that is what I told the wife. Merry Christmas Bill.

[@TheAyrCaveShop]

@@RRINTHESHOP I might need to try that one...Lol

[@Stefan_Boerjesson]

What a fight. Maybe You could have built the function better Yourself. China and instructions.... If there are any at all, they often refer to the very first version of the equipment. When the stuff is upgraded the manuals remain the same.... Time 38... There's so much equipment that You barely come close to the machine.... Joking.

[@RRINTHESHOP]

For sure Stefan. Stand-off is not to bad. Thank you for the comment and Merry Christmas

[@Stefan_Boerjesson]

@@RRINTHESHOPMerry Christmas Randy