Thread/Tap for Tad
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3/8x12
thank you
Mine cost a hundred 20 years ago. Lol
22 bucks, not a waste of money!
Was skeptical it is TOO CHEAP
. Would also feel better if it was a “Prime” item. Will follow up
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Every tap/tool I have bought from Cuefits has been spot on so farWas skeptical it is TOO CHEAP
You cue builders, and anyone looking for tools should look at Industrial Tool Distributors.
I know its not like it used to be with family owned businesses being bought up but... even so.
There's tap manufacturers that specialize in specials. Most keep inventory of common specials. and nearly all keep blanks in stock.
When I was buying these tools, I normally received them within a week unless the order was a full special like a 13/64-4 drap (drill & tap)
Reaching back 35 years in my memory bank.
Regal Beloit Guess they're called Regal Cutting Tools now
Widell Industries
I know its not like it used to be with family owned businesses being bought up but... even so.
There's tap manufacturers that specialize in specials. Most keep inventory of common specials. and nearly all keep blanks in stock.
When I was buying these tools, I normally received them within a week unless the order was a full special like a 13/64-4 drap (drill & tap)
Reaching back 35 years in my memory bank.
Regal Beloit Guess they're called Regal Cutting Tools now
Widell Industries
Widell made most of mine. A couple of taps by North American.
Widell is awesome
North American can't read. PERIOD!
I was asked to make a joint protector for a Tad butt. I'm buying this tap for a one & done item. No charge for the JP as it's good friend. He offered to pay for the tap but I'm the world's best friend here. I might write a book on How To Go Broke With A Lathe.
I might write a book on How To Go Broke With A Lathe.
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I think it is already copyrighted.I was asked to make a joint protector for a Tad shaft. I'm buying this tap for a one & done item. No charge for the JP as it's good friend. He offered to pay for the tap but I'm the world's best friend here.
Depending on your lathe (and mill and tool grinder) you might invest some time and learning instead of dollars.I was asked to make a joint protector for a Tad butt. I'm buying this tap for a one & done item. No charge for the JP as it's good friend. He offered to pay for the tap but I'm the world's best friend here.
Once done making and using the tap you can sell it. Apparently they are worth over a hundred$$$, but likely will net you only a few dollars per hour.
Dave -- ground a donated pin (thanks to Mr. Barry Cameron) into a tap for a single use job (it's still in the jump cue that will not jump)
Thanks for posting. I like the snow plow demo. I have a MidAmerica lathe bore repair lathe and Jet 1221.
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Quite the dilemma.
Good luck!
Done. Not 100% but good enough for now. I over sanded and had to add a collar to the base. The thread has about 6 twists and locks up tight enough. The penny is used for the cap. Inverted on request. First person I ever met that calls tails on a flip. Thanks for everyone’s help. Good learning experience.
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Or a live threader and my flat bottom thread bit
Only 4 Cue maker I know of using the 3/8x12 joint screws.
I have them for repairs and restorations.
I DON'T GIVE OR SELL THEM TO ANYONE!
One is over seas, it's undersized a lot and the screw is in the shaft, the Butt has a brass joint.
Mr. Bob Manzino but his is more of a flat bottom screw.
Tad of course. GOOD LUCK
Fred is a first date and don't give up anything.
Mr Martinez in Colorado,
That might be an option if he'll sell you anything.
Good Luck
Merry Christmas
Yep. CNC live threading is the ultimate in flexibility. And the cutters for wood are easier to make compared to making a tap !
Dave
Thanks for your comments... It's just as well. It always cost me more than it's worth. I have an idea using a cheap plastic JP. Will follow up. Happy Holidays to you...have fun and be safe.