It got a little more involved than I thought, but here's my take on gauge blocks. There's a bit on what they are and how they are used in the shop, followed by a demonstration on how to wring them into a stack of the desired height.
Tom
Hi Tom
Great video - I`ve never used gauge blocks and didnt realize there correct use. Video has given me a great insight.
Thanks
Paul
(07-31-2013, 11:45 PM)TomG Wrote: [ -> ]It got a little more involved than I thought, but here's my take on gauge blocks. There's a bit on what they are and how they are used in the shop, followed by a demonstration on how to wring them into a stack of the desired height.
Tom
Thanks Paul, it's good to hear that you benefited from the video.
Welcome aboard by the way, be sure to jump on the introduction thread and let us know a bit about yourself. As I'm sure you'll find out, we love pics!
Tom
Hi Tom , another top class video
, and 10/10 for the speed in responding to my request
I knew some of the things you mentioned but not others so have learnt a lot , thanks again for posting the videos.
Cheers Mick
Thanks Mick,
Most of these video ideas are just bouncing around in my head and all it takes is a suggestion to get me out of ADD mode long enough to crank one out. Glad you enjoyed it.
Tom
Nice video Tom! I especially liked the second example. It's obvious you were a teacher at one time and you must have been a good one based on your excellent videos.
Ed
Thanks Ed.
I do miss teaching. Making these videos is challenging and fun, but I don't get to see the look on the face of a student when they finally master a technique or solve a difficult problem.
Tom
You mean this look???
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a couple of summers ago I left the key in the chuck,turned the lathe on just enough for it to make a 1/2 turn and the key to fall out... I ducked, plugged my ears..... I know "oldman Geyerman" in heaven or hell was yelling "Thorne you dumbass......mumble grumble" hehehehe
Thanks, Tom. I just got my set a few weeks ago, so the timing is perfect. I wasn't having any particular trouble in selecting blocks, but you've laid out a simple, deliberate method.
Another great video, Tom. I'd heard about wringing blocks together but never saw it demonstrated. I had even heard about the molecular bond if left together too long.
I also was a technical instructor in the USAF for about 10 years. Best part of my career. Loved seeing that 'light' come on...
Chuck