TIPS #201 mrpete Centering a Rotary Table on the Bridgeport Pt 1

Tubalcain demonstrates how to center a rotary table on the Bridgeport Mill by 2 different methods.
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[Psmithwainscotting]

Where did you get the straight shank arbor? I'm looking for one in a #3 morse taper for my rotary table for the same purpose.

[umahunter]

Does anyone know the name designation for the 3/4 straight shank side I can find tons of mt2 arbors but it's hard to tell from a pic if its straight

[HolzMichel]

showing an alternate method of doing something is never a waste of time. it's always good to know different ways of doing something since there are so many variables that influence the progression of a job. being thorough is the hallmark of a good teacher.
your videos have been a great help in places where i have hit a wall.
thanks for being so thorough and doing a great job of instructing. if the trolls are giving you grief for being thorough they should be shown or told where the cows ate the cabbage...

[Hirudin]

I like seeing alternate methods myself so I appreciate the extra time you take to explain them.

[arnenelson]

I made a centering cone to get in the proverbial ball park quickly then indicate.

[fasteddie]

Having just got a 14” rotary table, this was very, very useful. Thanks, Professor. Sharing and teaching is never a waste of time to those of us a-learning.

[daveticehurst]

Great video as always Lyle. Just a small comment, why do you not also set your X & Y dials to zero. Handy in the event of a power or DRO failure and also save leaving it switched on all night. We always did this at work before going home as all the power was shut off at night with a padlock fitted to save any unauthorised use by untrained people. Keep up the good tutorials. Have not seen your new Grandchild recently, how is it doing.

[chrisgoodwyn]

Where can I find a morse taper arbor with a straight mount like that one? The only one I've found is on Ebay and its used and expensive for such an item.

[TAWPTool]

I am never bored or feel like I'm wasting time listening to my machine shop Teacher! Keep that knowledge coming!

[dougrundell]

I enjoy your showing of alternate methods of doing things and sincerely hope you continue to do so.

[anrit]

Piece of plasticine and a paper clip was how I was taught as an apprentice, took about ten seconds

[HemiRod]

Another great shop tip!  Thank you for sharing your wisdom.  Very useful information.

[kevinwillis]

yet another educational video from mrpete..   thankyou sir most interesting as always..

[doktorfixit]

I must not know exactly what to look for in my search, but I cannot find an arbor that has a 3MT on the spindle end and a straight shank on the other. I found scads with a JT, but no straight shank. Can you tell me where to buy an arbor like the one you describe? Pardon me if you have answered this question but I did not see it.

[Opinionator]

What Tenspeed said! Thanks Tubalcain Interesting as always! :o)

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[cliffordfender]

Lyle, what a great lesson !!!
Can't tell you were a teacher for over 40 years, Ha Ha Ha.
Even, though I already knew this, You can't even know, how cool, and how much fun, this was for me.
Your friend,
Cliff.

[kevCarrico]

thank you for explaining so much the entire time and not just playing music and using simple titles. the tiny things you mention are equally as helpful as the huge ones! awesome stuff, sir!

[mikeadrover]

As always, thanks’ for taking the time to make this video! And I support this site. ~M~

[GarryFullerSr]

Very Nice Video. Getting ready to get me a rotary table and I came here first.

[RyanWeishalla]

I was able to pick up a 6" rotary table at an auction on Monday.  Nice lesson on setting it up.