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lynnfrwd
05-18-2012, 11:04 AM
There are quite a few discussions about CarveWright on other forums. Some good, some bad and some just plain wrong. A lot of the information being shared is out dated and doesn't apply to the Version C. Some people responding only have the experience or memories of the early model A machines. We would like to change CW's image and need your help. As an employee, I cannot reply to some or add input when I would like. So, I will be posting interesting topics here for you guys to (if you so choose) carry the torch!

There are several of you already doing that and I truly appreciate it.

lynnfrwd
05-18-2012, 11:10 AM
Here are two threads from Signs101 Forum:

http://signs101.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94326&highlight=carvewright (http://signs101.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94326&highlight=carvewright)


http://signs101.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91456&highlight=carvewright

Connie

Digitalwoodshop
05-18-2012, 01:26 PM
Signs101... One of my Favorite Forums.... I chimed in as I have been a member for a few years.

Sawmill Creek is another one that has CW Threads that Connie, Lawrence, others and I have Chimed in on...

The Proof in the Pudding to spend some time reading the Troubleshooting Threads HERE.... Normal Wear and Tear and the occasional bad part..

AL

chebytrk
05-18-2012, 03:00 PM
Yup... me too. Threw in my 2 cents.

lynnfrwd
05-18-2012, 03:35 PM
These are on Lumberjocks



http://lumberjocks.com/garageguy/blog/29254 (http://lumberjocks.com/garageguy/blog/29254)



http://lumberjocks.com/topics/34815


This one is a little bit old, but still being looked at when ppl search for CarveWright

http://lumberjocks.com/topics/4195

mtylerfl
05-18-2012, 04:44 PM
There are quite a few discussions about CarveWright on other forums. Some good, some bad and some just plain wrong. A lot of the information being shared is out dated and doesn't apply to the Version C. Some people responding only have the experience or memories of the early model A machines. We would like to change CW's image and need your help. As an employee, I cannot reply to some or add input when I would like. So, I will be posting interesting topics here for you guys to (if you so choose) carry the torch!

There are several of you already doing that and I truly appreciate it.

Yes, it is somewhat frustrating to see/read what people write...so much erroneous info and unfounded "opinion" it's not even funny. I would say some of the stuff is just plain crazy. Hoping this turns around sooner than later!

BTW, I still use a totally unmodified "A" machine. I think the A machines have gotten an unusually severe "bad rap" - I've made tons of cool things with it just fine! No ripped belts, no broken gears, no tracking problems, nothing unusual in the way of maintenance. I will install the CarveTite one of these days, primarily for the convenience of having the same bit configuration as my other machine (I will be one of the few that will miss the QC, I suppose).

lawrence
05-18-2012, 05:18 PM
I'm an active member on several forums and have found that for me, the best option is often to not talk up the CW too much (though I can and sometimes do so) It also helps if you post/are an active member of the forum itself... just coming out of the blue can seem disingenuous. In fact, the fact that this forum's members were encouraged to to talk up the CW on other forums was noted (and not taken well) in the past... The posts by others like Al are also great for increasing the CW's reputation as his expertise and knowledge is readilly apparent.

I find that when I just post my projects and then mention that I use my Carvewright I usually get lots of questions and try to answer them as and when I can. I also try to be honest... lets face it, there have been problems with the machine and customer service in the past. I admit this and also try to point out that things have improved and continue to improve on both counts. This honesty seems to (usually) alleviate questions that I am "in the pocket" of LHR. It is also well worth noting to folks that while this is a great little machine, it is not built for industrial use... it is a hobbiest tool built to hobbyist specifications. This isn't necessairally a bad thing... it's the niche that the CW fills and I'm honest about it.

In the end, it really is the results that matter :) When all else fails, show them just how easy it can truly be to get GREAT results. The proof is in the pictures!

Lawrence

PCW
05-18-2012, 07:03 PM
Really.... You feel you have to funnel folks from here to other forum's to defend the product. Personally I think that is deceiving and it it may bite you in return. IMPO

fspearman1
05-18-2012, 07:08 PM
Great reply Lawrence.

lynnfrwd
05-18-2012, 09:45 PM
I don't see how making real users aware of conversations that request real user knowledge of the machine as wrong or deceiving.

I'm not asking anyone to lie. They are asking for honest opinions and I am asking for real present day uses to reply.

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LittleRedWoodshop
05-18-2012, 10:06 PM
@PCW... most of the comments that people made were founded on things they had read on other forums - not personal experience with the machine, some of them made over 1300 days ago. We all know that things have changed in the world of CarveWright in the last three years.

I think what Connie has done is completely justified and I thank her for pointing them out to us.

ladjr
05-19-2012, 01:56 PM
I think that everyone should be willing to talk about wood working. Whether it is the Carvewright or something else. A good decisions is always educational. Thanks Connie for listing them.

Leo

lynnfrwd
06-06-2012, 12:43 PM
http://www.routerforums.com/cnc-routing/35920-newbie-looking-into-cnc-router-how-do-decide.html


(http://www.routerforums.com/cnc-routing/35920-newbie-looking-into-cnc-router-how-do-decide.html)

lynnfrwd
07-24-2012, 11:39 AM
http://signs101.com/forums/showthread.php?t=96969


(http://signs101.com/forums/showthread.php?t=96969)

cestout
07-24-2012, 01:50 PM
I will do what I can, but I hardly have time to come to this forum, so I don't get to others. I agree with Lawrence that honesty is the best approach. It is a hobby level machine and does require some maintenance. I just used mine for industrial level work for a month and they (one at the start and acquired a second to finish the job) made it thru just fine. Observation and some repairs were required along the way, but I would think that industrial level CNCs would require the same. When you consider 4 important factors, cost, footprint, capacity (thinking of the Click&Carve), and ease of use, I don't see another CNC that comes close.
Clint

lynnfrwd
07-24-2012, 03:19 PM
Not asking for anything, but honesty on these postings.

Ton80
07-25-2012, 12:54 AM
Yes, it is somewhat frustrating to see/read what people write...so much erroneous info and unfounded "opinion" it's not even funny. I would say some of the stuff is just plain crazy. Hoping this turns around sooner than later!

BTW, I still use a totally unmodified "A" machine. I think the A machines have gotten an unusually severe "bad rap" - I've made tons of cool things with it just fine! No ripped belts, no broken gears, no tracking problems, nothing unusual in the way of maintenance. I will install the CarveTite one of these days, primarily for the convenience of having the same bit configuration as my other machine (I will be one of the few that will miss the QC, I suppose).

;) Yeah, that is going to be a very small club regarding people that liked the QC...

mtylerfl
07-25-2012, 07:14 AM
;) Yeah, that is going to be a very small club regarding people that liked the QC...

You're probably right...but, I just carved the Anchor and Chain August 2012 POM using my original machine with the QC! Came out perfectly, as normal.

Ton80
07-25-2012, 09:06 AM
You're probably right...but, I just carved the Anchor and Chain August 2012 POM using my original machine with the QC! Came out perfectly, as normal.

First, that chain looks awesome! My CW RevB was one of the ones that really had no trouble with the QC.. vibrations were not an issue like many other machines.. I used to dislike all the cleaning and it was always a concerning moment when you loaded a bit trying to determine if it was truly locked in. I changed to The Rock out of necessity when my QC broke into pieces while snapping its outer flange open/closed freeing the dust that collected in it. Too many moving parts where they didn't need to be. I think even CW would secretly admit it probably should never have been on the machines seeing how many issues came up relating to it's design and the maintenance required to keep it from failing.

That said, on topic, I have actually seen more positive things about the CW on other forums than negative.. I've also seen the posts by AL and Lawrence showing off their work and then the following responses of other members asking questions and noting how cool the finished projects look. I don't have the time to participate in other forums but if I ever find myself with the opportunity to post something about the CW I would certainly recommend it to someone that is looking for an entry way into CNC... I think for most woodworkers that aren't running production shops the CW is the only machine they would ever need...

TerryT
07-25-2012, 02:14 PM
You're probably right...but, I just carved the Anchor and Chain August 2012 POM using my original machine with the QC! Came out perfectly, as normal.

I have my original A machine going in the shop right now. It has had the z upgrade, I replaced traction belts once, roller bearings and y-gearbox bearings, the chuck and just last week I had to replace the Y timing belt. All of the bias cords broke and it was like a rubber band. But this machine has well over a thousand hours on it. Like you, Michael, I plan to put the carve tight on it so I don't have to mess with other adaptors. There have been a few other things that I don't remember. Things like cut motor brushes, etc. My B machine hasn't had much in the line of repairs so far.

lynnfrwd
07-26-2012, 06:05 PM
http://www.sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?189222-first-cnc-router


(http://www.sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?189222-first-cnc-router)