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so i just ordered the carvetight spindle. i am upgrading from the rock chuck. there were a couple reasons to upgrade from the rock. 1. being i also upgraded to 3.0 and eventually getting the rotary jig. 2. reason is i was having trouble with the bit getting stuck in the chuck. is this normal for either the rock chuck or carvetight?
Be expecting a call from Al for that Rock Chuck! :)
I have heard of a few that do have problems with getting their bits out of the rock chuck, no clue as to why though.
jab......, How much do you want for the Rock chuck?
Floyd, Tightening down on the "flat" on the bit can create a burr that screws things up a bit.
I think Al is making a Rock wall. LOLQuote:
Originally Posted by fwharris
well what is it worth? it will come with a almost brand new 1/16" carving bit too. trades are considered too.
I'm not sure what it is worth to you. I don't even know what size it is.
I sent you a pm.
It's 1/4". I don't know what they go for used.
I sent you a private message.
You snooze... you loose... letting a rock chuck go.... LOL.... Next time....
Ken, enjoy it... I have plenty.... Carving machines have not fired up since early November....
I'm good.
AL
Al, We need to get you some carving jobs. We will all be hurting without your knowledge here. Got to keep you using it and gaining more knowledge. :)
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Originally Posted by Digitalwoodshop
Yeah Al, get busy.
I was hoping that you wouldn't be upset with me trying to get another Rock Chuck.
I needed it for that machine that I got about a year ago.
so, when i return the old z truck to LHR does it need a chuck on it to get my money back? i wouldnt think so. i mean, who would want the original quick chuck?
No refund unless you put the quick change chuck back on it.Quote:
Originally Posted by jab73180
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Originally Posted by lynnfrwd
Really???? thats a crap deal. good thing i saved it.
Would the chuck need to be installed to get the credit?Quote:
Originally Posted by lynnfrwd
Not sure about that.
You must rebuild the quick chuck?
so i received my carvetight today. it is very well made. i just had a few questions. why is there 2 lock washers on the bolt that tightens the bit into the chuck? the adjustable rollers have 2 sets of screws, i take it i use the hex head because they have a square shoulder?? i also got a pack of stop collars, do they need to be glued in place???
i was just comparing the old truck and new truck. what a difference in the build quality. the mounting points for the bearings are thicker, the top hat is thicker. some spots are closed off that had openings into the spindle bearings. overall the casting is better, and the chuck is light years ahead of the quick chuck. i may even say a little bit better than the rock. but thats just my opinion.
The 2 lock washers are to accommodate the longer screw that was added shortly after the original design came out. It was found that with the longer screw and washers it helped with the balancing of the chuck.Quote:
Originally Posted by jab73180
The hex head screws will not strip out like the phillips head screws.
It is your option if you want to glue the stop collars or not. I think most just slide them on.
Thank you FloydQuote:
Originally Posted by fwharris