Good morning.

Pretty rare I get to get a big tool I haven't built myself. It's nice from time to time.

Thank you Kurt. I've been using it all day, just taking shallow passes and going easy. Very pleased with it so far.

Good morning Graham. Not often I can save up for tools like this so it's exciting for me. I works very well for me so far.

Already working it.

Good morning. There's a lot of them, I hope you enjoy them.

I think it's going to do well for me.

Thank you Peter

You're a pretty well rounded guy. Always enjoy your experience.

@@TheTradesmanChannel Yeah, I know the game.

I was wondering where you've been. How you doing?

Thanks buddy

It actually works pretty good.

I'm liking it already.

Protection for sure. I'm going for the belt and beefier motor at some point but it works pretty well.

Hey buddy!

@@TheTradesmanChannel hey fella how ya doing? Haven't been online for a longtime. Good to see your still being you. Your awesomely talented bud.

Thanks Rey. Drop me a text sometime, I got a new phone and lost most of my contacts.

I figured as much. My thoughts are to do the motor upgrade to the 500w brushless DC motor with the belt drive conversion. What do you think?

Thephilus, you beat me to it. I like the belt drive option idea.

@@TheTradesmanChannel If you are going to modify it the first things I would add are a cheap 3 axis dro and a x axis power feed both are real life saver. On those smaller machines you'll want to put the rpms high as possible to reduce chip load and a air blast or mist system like the noga-cool would also be a good addition. The motor upgrade is a good idea but I would add a dro and coolant system before I change the spindle or drive mechanism. Those small hobby type machines are great for beginners and can make very impressive parts if you take your time with them. Artisan Makes has a machine similar to yours I would check out his channel for ideas on projects and potential upgrades

Thank you. I'm really enjoying the machine and I definitely see the point of needing a dro.

Hello Gary

Hello Alex. You have a good week as well.

Thank you

I'm making some parts for my forge press with it right now, I'm hooked already. All I need is another hobby.

@@TheTradesmanChannel I love the fact that if I need something I can walk in the shop and make it, I'm building a 2×72 belt sander with mag chuck attachment for a friend at the moment, check out aliexpress great tooling great price.

My 2x72 is the most used tool I have ever made. I'm strongly considering building a new one now that I can start making more accurate parts.

I'll look into it. Your drawknife just needs a sheath and it'll be ready to ship, with video of course.

I'm also working out of town full time now, sorry for the delays.

I'm not worried about it, work comes first. I felt the same way when I was working. Of course I've been retired for 20 years now. My sawmill keeps me as busy as I want to be. Along with my never ending " honey do list". Currently putting new flooring in my house. The living room is done and am going to start getting the kitchen and dining room ready for new flooring shortly. Have a great week Jim. Dan.

You never know when the Nadians are going to strike!

I would recommend "SPACEKEEPER Workbench Casters kit 660 Lbs" for some but I think they use excess space.

Now that is a great idea. Thank you for sharing.

My favorite show growing up!

Yeah, I need to stop editing when I'm falling asleep.

@@TheTradesmanChannel I remember sleep. Sure do miss it. What software do you use for editing?

DaVinci Resolve 18, it's a free software but it's pro quality. I've been using it since revision 12.

@@TheTradesmanChannel gotcha. My wife got me Final Cut Pro for my birthday last year and it has been a hell of a journey trying to learn video editing. Been watching some videos on color grading, that stuff is waaay over my head. I’m just a plumber.

I really should be sleeping right now, I write my journeyman exam at 7 am and I’m just anxious as hell.

That's what I'm thinking. Just have to learn them now.

Hello Dave. Don't ever slow down my friend.

@@TheTradesmanChannel If I slow down any more they will find me in a coma ;o) On a serious note life for me is good. My boss hates me for reminding him I could wake up one morning, have angry words with someone and just leave him the van keys without causing myself any hardship (most give a years notice here). Just gently cruising along looking for the right thing to get into to in my dotage! You have no idea how good it is to be so stress free! Still ....... interesting times!

It's good to be in that position

@@TheTradesmanChannel Believe it! It is like when I became mortgage free and owned my first home! ....... on Steroids! Luck and good judgement in equal measure!

That is excellent

I be a lefty

There had ought to be.

Hey Dan. I tend to do that from time to time.

It did sound like I said access, I caught that while editing. Of course I missed the long pause while I collected my thoughts in that one spot. The shelf can go above the forge God piles.

Hey buddy

@@TheTradesmanChannel still have not heard about the NY job. Will definitely keep you posted

Congratulations I hear machine tools are like having children. The up front costs are not that bad. But it’s all the accessories that will bankrupt you 😂 Good luck

Too bad Total Tool closed down two years ago. They specialized in the old tooling. They were in Minneapolis. I would stop by there and just see what they had on hand. Blonde Hacks is an excellent website for you to pick up tricks and tips

I've been watching her a bit, good tutorials

Good morning. Good point.

The Terror of the Timber strikes again. Hey buddy.

Hello Clyde. I've been watching her as I've been researching. She is very good.