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Wire EDM general performance in real terms...
I didn't know that. I would assumed that material thickness had a direct correlation to travel speed. Thank you!- Freedommachine
- Post #52
- Forum: EDM Machining
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Wire EDM general performance in real terms...
Well, I would be a fool to argue against all of that. Thank you gentlemen, your replies do provide valuable insight. I have no opinion either way about what the OP should or should not do. However, the 3 of you do make some compelling points that I had not considered. @implmex I completely...- Freedommachine
- Post #23
- Forum: EDM Machining
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What is this and what is it used for
https://miscpartsmanuals3.tpub.com/TM-55-4920-201-14/TM-55-4920-201-140038.htm Looks like it's an add-on kit designed to be used with other tooling. It does have a nice looking box though- Freedommachine
- Post #10
- Forum: General
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Brown & Sharpe No. 2 Universal Light Type
I have this same machine, mine is a fair bit rustier than yours. This is a fair deal for a very capable machine. Set ups do suck but for what it's capable of, it's a fair trade off. @Fal Grunt I have two questions; could you please elaborate on the QC 30 conversion? Do you have it documented...- Freedommachine
- Post #13
- Forum: Machinery for Sale or Wanted
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Wire EDM general performance in real terms...
For sure. The reviews look good and Marcus says it's a good book, I'm sure it will be a worthwhile investment. I'm pretty well convinced there's gotta be a dollar at the bottom of that hole. It likely won't be the busiest machine in the shop but it can also run lights out. One area I could see...- Freedommachine
- Post #18
- Forum: EDM Machining
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Wire EDM general performance in real terms...
I'm getting ready to head down the same path, I do not have any experience with EDM either. I just ordered a copy of the handbook written by @Bud Guitrau https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1569902429 I cannot give a review; it showed up yesterday and I haven't had time to do more than skim through...- Freedommachine
- Post #6
- Forum: EDM Machining
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Is it possible to spend TOO much on Equipment?
Are you asking because you need the capacity? Or because you don't need the income and you want to reinvest in the business? If you need the capacity; You can buy an old plasma at auction and retrofit it for much less. It would be just as capable as a new one. If the band saw works, I'd roll...- Freedommachine
- Post #22
- Forum: Shop Management and Owner Issues
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I lucked out again on the Eclipse.
I was south east of you in Akron. This morning it was so cloudy, I wasn't sure if we'd see it or not. Sure enough, It cleared right up. I was surprised how dark it got. I tried to take a pic through my welding helmet but it just looks like the sun.- Freedommachine
- Post #2
- Forum: General
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Transition from low volume to production
In the short time that you have been a member here; all of your posts have been very helpful and well written, I look forward to reading more.- Freedommachine
- Post #81
- Forum: Shop Management and Owner Issues
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Transition from low volume to production
I was just getting ready to say; Huh? I'm in Ohio 😆. Those are good deductions but they don't allow for saving money to use later. You might be right about the 7 year rule though, that would definitely throw a wrench in my theory. As to the mere mortals part; You've got me all wrong, I'm still...- Freedommachine
- Post #76
- Forum: Shop Management and Owner Issues
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Transition from low volume to production
You're right, a business can't hold cash any different than an individual. However, business can own assets without paying taxes on the money used to buy the asset. If my business needs a skid steer or 3 for snow removal and loading / unloading trucks; they can be bought and the total amount...- Freedommachine
- Post #71
- Forum: Shop Management and Owner Issues
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Transition from low volume to production
Not if the goal is to buy something to generate income that cannot be paid for in one fiscal year; like a new machine, building a shop, buying property, ect. A company is capable of owning anything that an individual can with far less tax burden. If the company has $50k in October, but only...- Freedommachine
- Post #68
- Forum: Shop Management and Owner Issues
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Transition from low volume to production
I went through something similar in '21 and it cost me $11k. Accountant: "You made $30k profit" Me: "What!?! would you mind telling me where QuickBooks hid this imaginary money?" The best way that I can think of to save money is to spend it. So, my new plan - unless my accountant says otherwise...- Freedommachine
- Post #66
- Forum: Shop Management and Owner Issues
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Transition from low volume to production
I am all about being frugal and staying out of debt in my private life as well as my business, but I am really starting to see the value in what @SeymourDumore is saying. How do you save $100k without losing 1/4 of it to taxes? I'm genuinely curious. It's a little over 1/3 to taxes if your...- Freedommachine
- Post #61
- Forum: Shop Management and Owner Issues
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Tie rod end measurments almost correct
Choose the rod ends you want to use and then buy a reamer to match them. I prefer 1 ton Chevy rod ends like these: https://barnes4wd.com/products/gm-1-ton-tie-rod-end-es2234l-left-hand 7.15° or 1.5" per foot reamer: https://www.ironrockoffroad.com/product/7-degree-reamer.html It is better to...- Freedommachine
- Post #17
- Forum: General