Drill size for Radial tap..
- Thread starter tg_vegas
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The tap"s pilot size
The easy way was to ask.. the downside is the criticism.... I could have done the simple homework but thought I'd just ask my "friends" because it would be easier. My mistake..
Get a 5/16" reamer. It really helps.
You weren't criticized. You were given a great tip.
Next time if you wonder what bore size is needed for a piloted tap, you just caliper the pilot.
FWIW, the Uniloc's guide to tapping radial is just horrible.
They also.have two kinds of radial tap.
I use the UD for shafts and regular one for joint screw install.
I guess you didn't believe Sheldon either.
I should have thought of that, duhhh. Thanks.
Glad to help!
Some people are just exactly like that unfortunately. They think they know it all
5/16”…
I'm not going to point at anyone in particular but I've read this post and don't see any criticism or individuals that think they know it all.
OP asked a question and was given the answer by 2 others and then got upset because the answer wasn't exactly what he may have expected.
Then said oh well he found the info online anyway! My question is...why wasn't that the first choice?
Both guys that answered probably have more scrap/junk wood in the corner of their shop by doing their own testing and figuring stuff out on their own than most anyone that frequents this board and calls themselves a cue tech/builder.
A lot of people think building cues or doing cue repair is easy. All you need to do is buy a little equipment and a couple pieces of wood and bingo instant cue tech.
I helped many people out by passing on things that I've learned but my first question to them has mostly been "how many different things/ways have you tried" before they'll get the info from me.
So many want the easy way when the easy way is probably right in front of them! I guess that's just the way the world is now. I am worthy, give too me.
OP asked a question and was given the answer by 2 others and then got upset because the answer wasn't exactly what he may have expected.
Then said oh well he found the info online anyway! My question is...why wasn't that the first choice?
Both guys that answered probably have more scrap/junk wood in the corner of their shop by doing their own testing and figuring stuff out on their own than most anyone that frequents this board and calls themselves a cue tech/builder.
A lot of people think building cues or doing cue repair is easy. All you need to do is buy a little equipment and a couple pieces of wood and bingo instant cue tech.
I helped many people out by passing on things that I've learned but my first question to them has mostly been "how many different things/ways have you tried" before they'll get the info from me.
So many want the easy way when the easy way is probably right in front of them! I guess that's just the way the world is now. I am worthy, give too me.
What a great statement here.
I have to be honest with you, on the beginning of making cues I was constantly asking questions about the building process, that was the wrong approach…
It was only when I started trying, doing research and making mistakes and learning from them that I got better and actually started asking the right questions (so I thought). On every cue you build you learn something new and you need to be humble about the process.
Your advice and work inspires me and should inspire other cuemakers.
DeeDeeCues
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Sometimes people don't realize that it isn't about the destination, it's about the journey.
Exactly my point above. The more you know, the more you realize you don't know. Hopefully you also figure out that previous lessons can lead to proper solutions, or at least proper questions.
It's obviously working for you! That cue you brought into league a while back was absolutely gorgeous! Perfectly even recut points and the wood selection and finish was incredible! Definitely one of the nicest cues I've seen in some time! You should probably share a couple pictures here. I'm sure many would appreciate it.
I know I still need to get over and check out your shop and appreciate the invite, but it seems I'm busier now than before I retired! One of these days.....
Take care, hope to see you when league fires back up! Soon.
Thanks for the.great info.Some people are just exactly like that unfortunately. They think they know it all
Hero ball playing much?
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It's obviously working for you! That cue you brought into league a while back was absolutely gorgeous! Perfectly even recut points and the wood selection and finish was incredible! Definitely one of the nicest cues I've seen in some time! You should probably share a couple pictures here. I'm sure many would appreciate it.
I know I still need to get over and check out your shop and appreciate the invite, but it seems I'm busier now than before I retired! One of these days.....
Take care, hope to see you when league fires back up! Soon.
Thank you my friend!
Wow! Just wow on the flipflopping.
Complete with a love letter to himself.
Once again you need to go for a walk and stay away from AZ, it’s like you don’t have anything else to do or worry about. Just leave me alone.