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by Bob
Thu Mar 02, 2023 10:41 am
Forum: Setting up the Shark
Topic: Desperately Need of Assembly Help!
Replies: 4
Views: 3594

Re: Desperately Need of Assembly Help!

The best solution I can think of, is to work with Next Wave. They are the best source of parts that you need. Another thought...If the machine can be made functional without the supports, can you make replacement supports from HDPE plastic? Or, Could they be made using conventional woodworking tools...
by Bob
Tue Feb 28, 2023 5:21 pm
Forum: Setting up the Shark
Topic: Desperately Need of Assembly Help!
Replies: 4
Views: 3594

Re: Desperately Need of Assembly Help!

Your pictures did not come through, so it's hard to see what you're talking about. Whenever I misplace something my wife tells me where to look, and it's there! It sounds like a fairly large part that's missing. Was it stored in an area where there are lots of other items? This reminds me of a time ...
by Bob
Fri Feb 24, 2023 11:49 am
Forum: Setting up the Shark
Topic: T-slot Screw Size for hd520
Replies: 2
Views: 2854

Re: T-slot Screw Size for hd520

Tony, If you go to your local hardware store, you can get 5/16" brass toilet bolts. These should slide in to the slots. They are what I use. Brass is good because your router bit has a chance of surviving if it hits the bolt. I get the longest ones available. You can always cut them shorter if neede...
by Bob
Mon Feb 20, 2023 9:32 pm
Forum: CNC Shark
Topic: Letters on preview not spaced the same on wood
Replies: 1
Views: 1132

Re: Letters on preview not spaced the same on wood

Mitch,
Would you please post the crv (drawing) file. The problem may be easier to see that way. Are you using the profile tool path?
Bob
by Bob
Sat Feb 18, 2023 8:27 pm
Forum: Setting up the Shark
Topic: Plans for Mobile Base for HD510 w/ 3hp Spindle
Replies: 1
Views: 2610

Re: Plans for Mobile Base for HD510 w/ 3hp Spindle

If you do a search under "mobile base", you will find several discussions, design recommendations, and solutions.
Bob
by Bob
Thu Feb 16, 2023 11:45 am
Forum: CNC Shark
Topic: Help for VCarve Engraving on a Convex Surface
Replies: 7
Views: 2454

Re: Help for VCarve Engraving on a Convex Surface

Hey Rod,
Thanks for the update and description of your process.
They turned out slick!
Bob
by Bob
Mon Feb 06, 2023 11:10 pm
Forum: CNC Shark Pro Plus HD
Topic: Water Coolant Hose Fitting Broken
Replies: 1
Views: 2163

Re: Water Coolant Hose Fitting Broken

Contact Next Wave directly. They will help you.
https://www.nextwavecnc.com/support
by Bob
Sat Jan 21, 2023 5:53 pm
Forum: CNC Shark
Topic: Help for VCarve Engraving on a Convex Surface
Replies: 7
Views: 2454

Re: Help for VCarve Engraving on a Convex Surface

Found it:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Jjd4Yy ... e=youtu.be

Ralph gives a good description of how to re-register a project accurately. It should work for your drumsticks.
Bob
by Bob
Sat Jan 21, 2023 5:29 pm
Forum: CNC Shark
Topic: Help for VCarve Engraving on a Convex Surface
Replies: 7
Views: 2454

Re: Help for VCarve Engraving on a Convex Surface

Rod,
It's always good to hear from you.

The biggest challenge for this project is registering the drumstick properly for engraving.

There's a good description somewhere here on the forum. I'll go check.

Bob
by Bob
Sat Jan 21, 2023 2:25 pm
Forum: CNC Shark
Topic: Help for VCarve Engraving on a Convex Surface
Replies: 7
Views: 2454

Re: Help for VCarve Engraving on a Convex Surface

Rod, I would use a circular 3D tab, from the Vectric clip art folder. Change the width and height to match a drumstick. Use the " project toolpath onto a 3D model " to engrave on this project. To position the drumstick for engraving: clamp long block of wood to the table and engrave a groove into th...