I think I can use split bearings. They are available. Should the y axis have support also? The rails are doubled so it should be stronger. How should the supports be made? Drill and tap the rod then block and bolt to the frame? I can set the gap with a mic.
As in my first post, if I drill a hole that is .006 off center will it matter much? I hope this works, I have $2k invested in a pile of scrap right now. This isn't for a hobby, I guess I should have coughed up the extra $3k and bought one. I haven't drilled one hole or cut 1 piece of metal and already have problems. Even the aluminum plate I purchased is not exactly .5, some is .5, another is .493 another is .517, so now I have to go back and redesign the plans. I can't imagine building one of these with MDF and plastic.
Last edited by maxxgraphix; 02-16-2005 at 06:44 AM.
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