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That was as fascinating as ANY Agatha Christie novel!!!! The Butler did it, in the library, with a lead pipe!

What a haul!! I like the little red dragster/hot rod the best though.

Zank you both for your input! In my short time here I haven't seen any mention of items for sale so I thought I'd better ask first. I will try the user group and once again I thank you both!

Being new and not wishing to violate any rules, I need a point in the right direction. If a member has an item for sale, is there somewhere to post it?
Thank you for the info!
Charlie:o

Well I think I don't know whether to be happy or somewhat saddened to hear I am in such great company! I can only speak for myself but excuses are not reasons and I am habitually guilty of too much eager enthusiasm which produces "carelessness" in my quests to succeed. Which of course translates ...

Yessiree Bob! I learned that as quickly as I learned not to let go of the quill handle/advancer...Yee-OUCH!! And yes wax-ed both inside and out. Thanks...got a band aid?:)

Thank you everyone! Yes, it only occurs in the vertical position. Horizontal is smooth as silk with plenty of snap on the spring. Will back off the screw and try it again tonight! P.S. I have polished (dry) the inside of housing and the quill then waxed......no build up and no burrs found. I also ...

Hello All, I have cleared a sticky quill by using all the recommended techniques and wow it snaps!:) However I did learn to hang on to the quill handle the hard way. Yup....WHACK!!:rolleyes: Yuck, yuck. Now....in the vertical drill press position, It sticks and is sluggish!! I am new to the world of ...