Bearing Block Duplication . Part 1

It's All About The Set Up !
A replacement bearing block is machined as per the sample .

[@BruceBoschek]

Thanks so much, Max! These kinds of "tutorial videos" are very valuable for those of us just learning the order of machining procedures. 😊

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

No worries . 👍

[@robertlewis4666]

That guy is called Murphy, the bastard lives in every workshop, and delights in vexing honest workers by moving parts, drawings, tools, your keys and your cup of tea! The more you get pissed off the more he giggles.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

He also messes with dimensions on drawings ! .... in part 2 !!! 👍

[@RalfyCustoms]

G'day Max, absolutely far out mate, it's Sunday morning here in ol' Blighty, fires lit, brew in hand, and I'm settled down to 2 videos from yours truly! Happy days, I can see your upping your game with the camera work, and production, and it looks very professional Loving the actual engineering skills as always 👌 Hope you're keeping well and thanks for sharing buddy

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

All good Ralfy . Will watch your one tonight . Cheers 👍

[@Randysshop]

Another good one Max. The set up is every thing, and having the tooling to go with those set ups is key. Cheers

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks 👍

[@TrPrecisionMachining]

Very good video friend Max

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks 👍

[@outsidescrewball]

Enjoyed..great video production/discussion/build…funny, whenever I set “something” down and my brain says this is a good place….HELL IF I can REMEMBER that “good place” 😂😂😂

[@billdoodson4232]

I spent an hour today looking for a spare cutout for my workshop heater that I bought a couple of weeks ago. I "KNOW" I put it in the drawers. Still haven't found it.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

It's worse when what you are looking for is in your hand . Lol , been there done that !!! 👍

[@arcburn3364]

It’s not that I’m happy to see you misplace things, but to see you experts on KZbin go through and verbalize your frustrations make me think that maybe I’m not losing my mind after all. Lately it seems I am battling gravity. If I set an object anywhere near an edge it will fall and it has to be sitting perfectly upright. Anyway I love your videos and wish I had them when I was much younger rather than watching the crap I did on TV.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Lol , edges are there for things to fall off and rubber floor matts are there to save them ! Cheers 👍

[@ianmoone2359]

Another fascinating tractor part project. The set ups you come up with are great and I like the way you explain your thinking and intended process. Well worth the watch for sure.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Cheers 👍

[@DonDyarprecision]

Great job Max! I have spent a couple of hours setting up for a one minute cut.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks Don . That happens often . Cheers 👍

[@jayminor9757]

Great project Max! No kidding, it’s all about the set up. Looking forward to part 2. Thanks.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Cheers 👍

[@simonilett998]

We're definately all familiar with the little green men (stealers/borrowers) from another dimension🤣 Funny, I was just about finished watching part 1 when the notification for part 2 came through. Let's go!!👍🇦🇺

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Lol , Cheers 👍

[@TheAyrCaveShop]

G'day Max, Wow, Fantastic video absolutely packed full of those gems that take years to learn. Many thanks for the continued education. That same ghost, visits my shop on a regular basis, and moves things around as well...😂😂 Cheers....ATB....

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks Dean . The parts ghost gets around , like Mr Bozo ! ( as you will see in part 2 ! ) 👍

[@1ginner1]

Hi Max, There are three things any aspiring machinist needs to be aware of, and they are, ( in this order), Design, preparation and execution. This part is an excellent example of that, get any one wrong, and you are in a bit of a pickle ( or up shit creek without a paddle). Nice one mate, best wishes, Mal.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

And know how to divide fractions ..... Lol , at the end of part 2 !!!! Cheers 👍

[@1ginner1]

Looking forward to it. lol@@swanvalleymachineshop

[@billdoodson4232]

It's amazing how those tractor parts all have a little WD arrow on them.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Lol , funny thing that ! 👍

[@DudleyToolwright]

Very interesting approach to make this part. Thanks, Max.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Cheers Rob . Hey , i have a couple of yours to catch up on ! 👍

[@donschofield4849]

Great work & a clean shop makes wonderful parts.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks 👍

[@richardmills5450]

That set-up was well thought out. Nicely done mate. Cheers

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks 👍

[@MattysWorkshop]

That was really interesting Max, great job

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Cheers Matty . I have a real curly one coming up . Lol , i should send it to you ! 👍

[@MrValhem265]

i apeciate your old school ways you work around little problems

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks 👍

[@theoutbackshed]

Great video Max, thoroughly enjoyed the video and your commentary. Cheers Steve O

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks 👍

[@acmemachining]

Looking good Max. All those project will keep you busy

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Over the top busy at the moment ! 👍

[@incubatork]

Great stuff, I'm amazed at just how much you can do with the dividing indexing table, I got one with my mill and its still in the greaseproof paper, Time to get it out. Thanks for showing the detailed use.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks 👍

[@willemvantsant5105]

Hi Max, well planned and executed. I have seen the result of not using a pilot drill back in the late sixties. Refinery Fitter drilling out a blank flange on an Adcock & Shippley pillar drill, attempted to drill large hole with power feed, snapped off the head casting and luckily didn't fall on him, held up by the feed shaft, lesson learnt!

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

That's what happens when you take short cuts . He was lucky . Cheers 👍

[@stevenjefferson3379]

Thanks Max. Great video! I do a lot of repair work for a tool dealer and a lot of these broken or missing parts are castings. This video gave me new perspectives on set ups for reproducing castings. It is great learning from the master!

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

No worries , Thanks . 👍

[@jimsvideos7201]

Thank you for a graduate class in order of operations!

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

No worries 👍

[@markrand652]

Great project, thanks for sharing and look forward to #2!

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

No worries 👍

[@joell439]

This was a so enjoyable to watch you work through the steps to recreate this part. Can't wait for part 2.......... and then on to the part you teased at the end. Cheers!

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Cheers 👍

[@michaelcothran4064]

Yes all our trade is about pre planning and logic, Love your experience !!!

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks 👍

[@tas32engineering]

Good casual discussion on most processes. Held job as machinist after dealing with imperial calculations. Sometimes I checked my measurements 3 times like an accountant. I also would convert to metric. No easy path with a hand drawn plan. Modern freeCAD is refreshingly interesting after turning down glare on computer. But to save time most planning is done as free hand drawings. No old machinist as eye fail over time. But always likecthe tech book on planning a job and have saved time & mistakes by writing. Always saved the column line area for special info.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks . I want to get into a bit of CAD when time permits . 👍

[@markissboi3583]

years ago was a springmaker machinist 26yrs & did many small jobs hand made for industy & personal jobs miss the lathe work & making jigs One day hope to buy another make arty steampunk stuff or make jigs again hope nephew gets this house 4 sale has a big 4 garage +

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

I have a box full of stuff to make steam punk art ! On the one day list ! Cheers 👍

[@m0xya]

lovely bit of work.. great to see the thought that goes into the various operations..

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

No worries 👍

[@Rooster52]

Another great one Max... the best part about the guy moving your stuff when your not looking... As you get older, he visits more frequently... ask me how I know. ;~)

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks 👍

[@warrenjones744]

Oh yeah Max...This kind of thing I live for! One off oddball parts, unobtainium parts, repair and or restoration with a bit of reverse engineering thrown in for fun. (or is it just going in reverse?🤣). Nevertheless it keeps the brain agile! Cheers Mate🍺🍺🍺. BTW loosing stuff in the shop I just had in my hand is a result of thinking about what I am doing next Thursday rather than the task at hand. Is that Attention deficit disorder? 🤣🤣

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Lol , thanks . A sign of getting older ! 👍

[@warrenjones744]

@@swanvalleymachineshop 🤣🤣

[@leathermanTK55]

Greetings Max. Some rain around for you today. Probably needed after the 43° heatwaves. Great Video as usual. Cheers

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Yes , a bit of rain at last . Just enough for the bloody noxious weed to take off again ! We topped out at 46 C the other day . Cheers 👍

[@skipdavison7682]

Max, thanks for the frequency and quality of your videos

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

No worries 👍

[@kennyrmurray]

I always start off with smaller drill bits too instead of forcing a big bit through. That’s some dividing head you have there! Nice work as usual!

[@kennyrmurray]

I haven’t used my machines in a few months because I have a new puppy in my garage with me. Last thing I need is for him to swallow shavings. He’s growing fast though! These are usually the months I make my projects too because it’s cold here now

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Yes , something to be aware off . With all dogs . Cheers 👍

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Yes , i love that dividing head . The type is a Wide Range & will do 1 to 400,000 divisions . Will get a small one one day as well . 👍

[@michaelcothran4064]

Max, Love how you keep your chucks in top running order, carry on !!!

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks 👍

[@user-xwood]

Enjoyed it. So, the vanishing “things “ are universal 😂, I feel better now 😅

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Lol , Cheers 👍

[@davidrichards5594]

Very interesting set up ....Dave

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks Dave . I am sure you have seen your fair share of the curly ones on those steam engines ! 👍

[@be007]

thats a very complex part to make max. cheers ben.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks 👍

[@hilltopmachineworks2131]

A lot of good helpful tips there. I have a mouse in my shop also. I have to offer him treats so he will tell me where he hid the item I am looking for. 😃

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Lol , i don't offer them bugger all ! You will have to train the dog to find things ! 👍

[@paulrayner4514]

Great to see and watch your thought process, I'm learning loads👍

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Cheers 👍

[@ccbproductsmulti-bendaustr3200]

Superb work Max 👍👌

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks 👍

[@barrycaudle9926]

Nice job Max, well thought thru process.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks 👍

[@johnbaker7621]

Love the way you explained what you’re doing good show

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

No worries 👍

[@lonniebrock3282]

Max another high caliber job in progress

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks 👍

[@pauldehaan3574]

Another great video.....very educational for this beginner.....Thanks for sharing

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

No worries 👍

[@wallbawden5511]

Hi Max just like the way you do things and as for the drilling process i to like to use a pielet hole some tims if large size needed i can use 4 or 5 drill sizes to get to final sizes Cheers Mate i can now watch the next one seeing as i am behind with videos also weighting on the videos for the new shop made boring bars

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

No worries . Thanks . I have some big bars to make up . 👍

[@alanremington8500]

Thanks Max !!

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

No worries 👍

[@gordonfitzsimmons2018]

Excellent video. Thanks for sharing. Cheers

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

No worries 👍

[@chadstrand7868]

great work thanks for the video

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Cheers 👍

[@frankerceg4349]

Thank you Max!

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

No worries 👍

[@stevenaegele5228]

A lot of steps in that part for sure!

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Just a few ! Cheers 👍

[@TedRoza]

G'day Max, lots of machining, chips flying everywhere, & the piece of metal bar suddenly starts to take on a Max shape Then the video stops ^ were told... come back next time for the end 😂😊😅

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Lol , Cheers 👍

[@32wallhanger]

Nice work Max! What the heck...fun jobs, around my area people would rather tie something together with a piece of baling wire or use some JB weld than have a new part made...anyway I think it's great 👍 the jobs you get. I love that dividing head...what 's the story with it....what brand, how old...looks nicer than ones I've used. I'd like to poke around for one. Great video

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks . The dividing head is called a Wide Range indexing head . Will do up to 400,000 divisions . It is a copy of the Cincinnati version . As far as i know , my one came off a Jaffo Jaracin milling machine . Supplied as standard equipment . 👍

[@32wallhanger]

Thanks Max...you're a good man , showing the F ups too, hate those highly edited videos that show only the perfect world. Cheers man...from north central washington state.@@swanvalleymachineshop

[@alandawson2813]

Another great video. Thank you. From kiwi land

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

No worries 👍

[@paulhammond7489]

Looking like another 'tractor part' ;)

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Lol , that it is ! 👍

[@greglaroche1753]

Great video. Thanks ! I can’t wait for the next one. What kind of cutting oil were you using? It seemed very dark. Was it a high sulfur content that I’ve heard about ?

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Rocol RTD . Full of lovely toxins ! 👍

[@Warped65er]

Very interesting. Thx.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

No worries . Cheers 👍

[@Rustinox]

Tools and other things that play hide and seek in the shop... yep, I also know what it is. Is there a reason why you didn't finish all the operations in the milling machine before you went to the lathe?

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

The rest of the milling was just secondary clean up operations . Do that last in case something goes pear shaped in the later boring & threading op's . If you screw the part , there is no wasted time on simple things that could have been done last . 👍

[@marsterofnotrades]

Now that would never happen would it? or is it just a practise run lol.@@swanvalleymachineshop

[@Rustinox]

@@swanvalleymachineshopThat makes perfect dense. Thanks Max.

[@DCT_Aaron_Engineering]

Nice one Max. Good to see you marking with the prick punch. I hope those dots were 3 mm apart (wink wink) 👍

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Cheers Aaron . 5mm , i am lazy ! 👍

[@DCT_Aaron_Engineering]

@@swanvalleymachineshop no you’re not. You’re the master and we are humble apprentices 👍🍻

[@nothing-b2n]

Yep

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Cheers 👍

[@Caughtitoutdoors]

Is all that noise when using the face mill normal? My mill does that when using a 3" 6 insert face mill, and I figured something was wrong.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Yes and no . Run the cutter off set to the centre of the work to keep as many inserts cutting as possible if milling a thinner cut smaller than the cutter diameter . Small geared head mills don't help either , if that is what you have . I stick with around a 60mm high rake cutters for the Bridgeport . High rake cutters will help a lot . 👍

[@karlrobbers]

Is that indexable carbide end mill a name brand tool, or one of Chinese origin, and what about the inserts as well? I hear very mixed reviews on them, but seeing it in your video, I see no issue with its performance.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Both cutters are Korloy . Not cheap ! The cheap ones sometimes have the insert pockets incorrectly machined . 👍

[@karlrobbers]

@@swanvalleymachineshop thanks for that, you get what you pay for I guess.

[@GraemeStephens]

!! Part 1 ........... sounds expensive ?? ........ but what Masterly Machining

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Good job's aren't cheap , cheap jobs aren't good !!! 👍

[@bobhudson6659]

Don't know what the hassle is. Just go down to the local "tractor shop" and buy these "unobtainium parts" straight off the shelf. Other than that, well done - I am still learning heaps about setups and your thinking of the order of sequence - get those wrong and a person could find themselves in a real bind. How many more "special jobs" for this "tractor" are in the pipeline? Retired machinist/mechanic on the other side of the land mass.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks . Odd stuff like that just keeps drifting in at the moment ! 👍

[@absmith666]

G’day Max. Thanks for the videos. I have a question, how do you find the quick change tool post on your al960b lathe? I am currently upgrading to a 1000c from hare and Forbes and have priced a Ava haas tool post. I’m not sure the $3500 price tag for holders and tool post is justified when I can set up with hare and Forbes offering for about $1000. Your thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Type of tool post design is personnel preference . Don't go cheap , it is one of the most important parts of the machine . Mid range stuff is usually fine , that's what i use . 👍

[@keithammleter3824]

Re at 37:30, Sorry Max, its not a an old enemy come back to haunt you by shifting things you've just put down, it's your memory slips in old age. I have the same problem.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Lol , yes it sneaks up on you ! 👍

[@simpleman283]

👍

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Cheers 👍👍👍

[@vicferrari9380]

I happy to know that my Bridgeport isn't the only one that sounds like the spindle is going to fall out.😮😅. I guess thats just what they sound like.🤔😉

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Lol , have to do the belt & pulley bushes in my one one day ! Face mills make a lot of mills rattle ! 👍

[@JourneymanRandy]

That is not a simple part to make. Nice stuff Max.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Cheers Randy . 👍

[@mikewestbrook2319]

Sharpen your pencil, Max 😁

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Lol , ok ! 👍

[@johnbewick6357]

I must have pissed off a lit of people in past lives Max, they don't only move things, but they change the colour of things as well. Put down what I thought was a blue handled screwdriver, eventually find it and it is red handled.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Lol , thanks 👍

[@jerrystarner1517]

LOL I have that same ghost n my shop

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

They get around ! 👍

[@markfoster6110]

I think you are lapping dearest A bomb .think you are packed up to go home before he has morning tea !

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Hey , at least Adam cooks a good BBQ ! 👍

[@paulcurtis2779]

Complicated steps for a compound shape. . wow.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Thanks 👍

[@zvonibab]

I must have piss off many people!

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

Lol , it happens ! 👍

[@jdmccorful]

Enjoying as you go. Thanks for the education.

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

No worries 👍