bishbosh Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 I have managed to get hold of a small milling machine and will be collecting it this weekend. I am advised by the octagenarian vendor that it does come to pieces but even then, the smallest piece will be too much for me to lift on my own (i.e. more than 10kg ). So, is there anyone who lives within range of Morecombe, Lancs who would be willing to give up about 1/2 an hour to help me lift it into the back of my car? Probably around mid day (depending on traffic!) It of course goes without saying that Jaffa Cakes will be on tap in the accustomed fashion. Alternatively, if anyone fancies a road trip up the M5/6 then you are welcome along for the ride. Thanks, Bish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nino Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 your too late i was in banwell the weekend just gone, but home now so nowhere near Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickeyw Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 Into your car? Smallest bit weighs more than 10kg ? What have you bought? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuck Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 Bish, If you are struggling I could give you a lift on Saturday if that's any good? Mick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bishbosh Posted May 4, 2011 Author Share Posted May 4, 2011 I have bought one of these. The head comes off the shaft and I am sure the cross slide will be simple enough to remove for transit, but the base is still going to be heavy enough. Mick, I'll definitely take you up on that offer thanks. I'll PM you with details once I have them finalised with the vendor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickeyw Posted May 4, 2011 Share Posted May 4, 2011 I have bought one of these. Ah yes, my dad has one of those. His is a Warco too but a little older. It's a good model makers machine that can handle some surprisingly big stuff if you take it slowly. We lifted his onto the base cabinet with my engine crane, but I guess 2 of you could manage it once broken down a little. Once I've sorted out 3ph in his garage my Bridgeport will be taking its place Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mo Murphy Posted May 4, 2011 Share Posted May 4, 2011 Oops, sorry Bish, thought you were doing another of your "photo" shoots Mo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bishbosh Posted May 7, 2011 Author Share Posted May 7, 2011 Well that was a marathon bit of driving! (other chocolate bars are available ) Huge thanks to Mick (aka Stuck) for rocking up and getting stuck in. Couldn't have done it without your help, really really grateful although did you really have to keep on reminding me I shouldn't have sold the 90 whilst we were trying to cram the mill into the back of my Focus :lol: whilst also dropping into the conversation that you have a Bridgeport and a Colchester Student! Git! Anyhow, safely back home now with a lot of mill in the boot of the car. Also got a milling vice, face cutter, slitting wotsit and about 20 end mills thrown in which was a bonus.Time to sweet talk the neighbours and get it into the garage....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuck Posted May 7, 2011 Share Posted May 7, 2011 Well that was a marathon bit of driving! (other chocolate bars are available ) Huge thanks to Mick (aka Stuck) for rocking up and getting stuck in. Couldn't have done it without your help, really really grateful although did you really have to keep on reminding me I shouldn't have sold the 90 whilst we were trying to cram the mill into the back of my Focus :lol: whilst also dropping into the conversation that you have a Bridgeport and a Colchester Student! Git! Anyhow, safely back home now with a lot of mill in the boot of the car. Also got a milling vice, face cutter, slitting wotsit and about 20 end mills thrown in which was a bonus.Time to sweet talk the neighbours and get it into the garage....... No problem Bish. Good little mill that and in superb condition. A tribute to the old boy that sadly had to sell it. Mick. PS I still maintain you should not have sold the 90' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowie69 Posted May 7, 2011 Share Posted May 7, 2011 PS I still maintain you should not have sold the 90' Not the only one! Good luck with the mill, Charles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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