>
> I know this is an old post but Holy Cow...the thrust washers made a huge difference in my y-axis! I had a small bit of unknown plastic rod (I suspect it to be HDPE) so I made up a few washers. Thanks for sharing that.
>
> --- In GrizHFMinimill@yahoogroups.com, "a3sigma" <dcclark111@> wrote:
> >
> > Good morning group,
> >
> > I've posted a pdf on the subject.
> >
> > http://groups.yahoo.com/group/GrizHFMinimill/files/D.C.%20Clark%20stuff/
> >
> > These mods seem to me to make a significant difference. The Y axis now feels smooth and consistent throughout it's range, and backlash an acceptable 0.005 inches. There's no endplay that I can detect.
> >
> > The thrust washers were made of PTFE Delrin from McMaster.com part number 8579K28. I also coated them with PTFE grease.
> >
What is a good source of PTFE? Isn't that the same material as the hard plastic cutting boards? As my X2 is down at the moment for controller repairs, this would be a good quick project on the lathe.
Chuck in E. TN
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