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Post by Donnie's Rocky Treasures on Nov 26, 2012 18:34:22 GMT -5
You think that is fast! I live way down here at the other end & mine showed up today, too!
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Post by jakesrocks on Nov 26, 2012 18:49:20 GMT -5
Donnie, you think maybe Santa made a special flight ? lol
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Post by NatureNut on Nov 26, 2012 19:32:13 GMT -5
Johns the best. You're gonna have fun with that. Jo
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Post by jakesrocks on Nov 27, 2012 1:51:41 GMT -5
I just ordered 2 more bits in 220 grit. $26.93 including shipping. First time I've ordered from this company, so can't really recommend them yet. They stock all kinds of bits in 2 packs. Might be worth looking at. www.thegrindershop.com/aaranku
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Post by johnjsgems on Nov 27, 2012 11:51:24 GMT -5
Wow! I lost track of this post I guess. Thanks for all the kind words. Don, it is a 100 grit 1 mm and same supplier as the Kingsley grinders. I'm not sure how useful the 60 or 80 grit will be. I've used Gryphon's 220 grit and they work well at 220. I'll probably add the finer grits on my next order. I have a few of the 1.4 mm in 100 grit but won't restock as most people think they are too thick.
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Post by jakesrocks on Nov 27, 2012 12:00:57 GMT -5
Hey John. Gonna try some freeforms with the little drum grinder. Should be ideal for inside curves. Do you know if they make a rounding over type drum that only does the top of the piece ? I've seen bits that bevel or round both sides at once. I want something that will only round the top of cabs. If there is such a bit, it would make curved freeforms a breeze to cut.
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Post by johnjsgems on Nov 27, 2012 12:03:01 GMT -5
Don, please let me know how the Twofers compare. I've heard they were not as good as Gryphons but that was from Gryphon. An unbiased comparison would be nice.
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Post by jakesrocks on Nov 27, 2012 12:07:23 GMT -5
Will do John. If they work good and last good, the Twofer packs would be a good deal. I have a pile of cabs to do, so I'll run a comparison test.
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Post by johnjsgems on Nov 27, 2012 12:15:22 GMT -5
I have every bit Gryphon makes except the lampwork bit. They have two bevels. I have some really expensive Inland lamp works in stock I bought back when Gryphon didn't make them. I don't know of any single bevels out there. The cylinder works well for pre form edges. Not really a machine for domes. Check out the "no stall" motor while you are grinding. When I demo them at shows I push as hard as I can to show the motor doesn't slow down. And a 5 year warranty to boot. Pushing too hard is not kind to the grinders though.
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Post by jakesrocks on Nov 27, 2012 12:20:58 GMT -5
Not worried about stalling it. I'm gentle on my diamond tools. I get more life out of my diamond wheels and tools than most by using a lighter touch. Besides, I'm retired. Got all the time left to me to finish projects.
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Post by Donnie's Rocky Treasures on Nov 27, 2012 12:28:53 GMT -5
The only other thing I might need would be one that does a different width groove. Not sure what size wires fit in which grooves.
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Post by jakesrocks on Nov 27, 2012 12:36:47 GMT -5
Donnie, 1mm bit for 20 & 22 mm wire, and 1.4 mm bit for 16 & 18 mm wire. I have about 50' of 23 mm gold filled wire that I bought at an estate sale years ago that's going to be too thin. But I think if I twist the wire, it will be wide enough to fill the groove. Here's a pretty good tutorial on groove wrapping that I found. www.ozmay.com/BHnews/jtwm9.html
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Post by Donnie's Rocky Treasures on Nov 27, 2012 13:27:55 GMT -5
Thanks Don, that's the info I needed. John did you say you have the 1.4 mm bit?
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Post by johnjsgems on Nov 27, 2012 13:45:44 GMT -5
Yes, I have a few anyway. They are not on the website but if you want to order one I can send a PayPal invoice or you can order on the site and I'll substitute. Shipping will set you back $5.10.
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Post by Donnie's Rocky Treasures on Nov 27, 2012 14:03:03 GMT -5
Go ahead & send me a paypal invoice, please.
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Post by jakesrocks on Nov 27, 2012 14:31:39 GMT -5
Donnie, I'm going to attempt to make an adjustable depth stop, so I can get a consistent depth to my grooves. Any good hobby shop should have square brass tubing which will fit snugly into the square holes in the Gryphette table. I have some 14 gage brass sheet stock. I should be able to come up with something that adjusts with a couple of thumb screws.
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Post by Donnie's Rocky Treasures on Nov 27, 2012 15:36:15 GMT -5
That's a good idea, Don. I figured out how to adjust the bit according to the cab. Mine are not consistent sizes so I just eyeballed it. Still have to groove the first one, which will be tonight.
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Post by jakesrocks on Nov 27, 2012 16:43:02 GMT -5
If I can make it work, I'll post pics. Need to buy bottled gas for my little torch, so I can silver solder it all together.
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Post by Pat on Nov 28, 2012 20:13:47 GMT -5
Mine arrived today. Yikes! I could use more thorough instructions. Have any of you used it successfully? For starters, how should I replace the grinder with the groover? Seems like I should be able to just pull off the grinder and push on the groover. What are the spare parts for? Gryphette website was not helpful. Thanks for any help.
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Post by johnjsgems on Nov 28, 2012 20:29:48 GMT -5
Pat, there is a small hex wrench in the bag of goodies. Loosen the set screw and remove the cylinder bit. Slide the groove bit (big side down) to the groove height you want and tighten set screw on flat surface of unit. You can raise or lower the groove bit depending on cab height. You can practice on scrap slabs to get the feel before trying a cab. The spare parts are a spare fuse (you will see a plastic knob on the unit that holds a fuse), usually an extra sponge, and extra side deflectors. They are just extra stuff they throw in. Assembly is pretty simple. The white sponge holder goes near the grinder in the holes in table and the side deflector wing looking things slide in the sponge holder grooves. Keep the sponge damp while grinding. Don't pour water down the motor shaft. If it gets in the motor it can short out the motor.
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