Do the new machines still have the same old problems?

[Digitalwoodshop]

This Thread should be closed. It's a no win for everyone.

AL

[fspearman1]

This Thread should be closed. It's a no win for everyone.

AL

why should it be closed I am just stating my expierence with the machine and LHR.

[cestout]

B with the CT spindle and C machines are almost trouble free. VAcuum and blow out after each carve, and keep them lubed correctly. However, at about 250 hours you will need to replace the brushes, and also about this time you will start having "Y" problems. YOU will need to replace the gear/spindle assembly and the 2 bearings. I just ordered 2 of the gear/spindle assys. from from LHR and 10 of the bearings from a source in a post in a currently running thread, for $0.55 each. The fox is inexpensive, and not at all difficult. For the average bear, I would say that is once every 1 1/2 years of heavy use.
Clint

[SteveJ]

I thought I would mention that I have 320 hrs on my C machine in a year. At 70 hours one of the brushes fell apart, but I replaced the set at that time and it has done a fine jobe for me. I always use dust collection which keeps it clean. A simple wipe down and dry lube spray on components after the carve keeps it like new. LHR has always been very helpful and the FORUM members are priceless! Thank you all for the help! I enjoy my carvewright.

[happy]

What kind of dry lube do you use

[Bigtyme]

I very much agree with SteveJ.... I don't have as many hours on my CW as he does, but should be close to 200 when the 1 year anniversary rolls around. The members of this Forum are indeed PRICELESS!!! I have learned a ton here and hope to be able to contribute back as I learn more. I have used dust collection from almost day one and clean my CW after every carve. I have had to contact LHR a couple of times and they have always been very helpful and informative. My only regret is I should have added a CW to my shop earlier. It has been a great addition and I really enjoy the added dimension to what I can do in my shop.

[chief2007]

What kind of dry lube do you use

If he uses the dry lubricant a lot of us use, that would be Liquid Wrench Dry Lubricant

[happy]

Thanks Chief i'll have to get some

[SteveJ]

What kind of dry lube do you use

This is what I use. I get it at TSC.