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"Not in a rush" Good position to be in. [emoji106] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Just as an example here is a pic of my FREE 1/3HP 1950’s ATLAS table mount DP drilling 5/8” holes in this 1/2” thick sprocket yesterday. I took my time to secure and align my work. 3 holes in well under two minutes. I spent a bit of time refurbishing my “free” DP but my point is you...

I think you need to borrow or rent a mag drill to use for a day. This will be a good cheap way to understand operation and the limitations this tool will provide for you. From the conversation you need to stick to looking for a good drill press. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Gear head unit as mentioned is a good option. and a good set of twist drills... and (or) a 3/4” Weldon shank adapter and annular cutters. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I am wondering also. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Hardly a surprise, but the floor (and shop) are absolutely stunning, Ed. [emoji106][emoji106] Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

GJ member is duly embarrassed. Errant janitorial service has been terminated and replaced. [emoji3] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Agreed. Good advice. I have a mill drill and knee mill. I wouldn’t think twice about selling the mill drill. DP’ s on the other hand are the daily drivers in my hobby shop as I am NOT a machinist. [emoji4] Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I realize you had already decided to keep the DP. I was just agreeing with your decision. [emoji1] Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Get rid of the DP and you will DREAD having to drill holes if you want to rely on the mill. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Square cut o rings can be purchased in various ID and OD combinations. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Ideally YES[emoji106] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

If you get a mill drill do NOT get rid of the DP. WAY quicker for drilling normal fab work 90% of the time. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Agreed. Here are mine.. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I think you are wasting your money repairing a tank that old. There will be way more corrosion that what is evident. Not worth the risk or dollars. JMHO of course [emoji16] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

LOL[emoji23][emoji106] Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

If it was nearby I certainly would have grabbed it. Mount a big vise on the pedestal and have an awesome heavy duty table. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

@macgee Thanks for the excellent explanation. [emoji481] Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

@macgee thanks for the demo. What size machine are the wheels on and how many stacked wheels do you have per arbor? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I will have to look into the bristle brushes. I only seem to see 6" for bench grinders yet apparently arbor adapters are available for 1" shafts !(?) 8" would be nice for a 3/4 HP machine. I tried a 3M Scotchbrite belt today for the first time. Worked okay for oxidation on this piece of...