Wow. Thanks for that reply Geof! Very informative.
Here is an update from this morning:
I got two of the three parts cut. I went back to the store and got a couple cans of WD-40. Actually it was Advanced Auto's store brand, but it is close enough. I drenched the cutting area with lube as the bit went around. I didn't have a single problem other that it taking around 45 minutes to go through 5/8" of aluminum at .020 a pass.
I now have a bed full of lube and aluminum chips. I am not really certain how I will get that cleaned up.
My plans for next weekend? I'm going to dive in and build an enclosure and add a self contained coolant system based on Hoss's design. More time and money, neither of which I have plenty. But it should be fun. LOL
Mike |