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  1. mkadams001

    3D Printing What 3D printing program is best for making rocket parts?

    Fusion 360 - There is a learning curve but, there are a lot tutorials. Look for Lars Christensen on You Tube for tutorials and good practices. I use for CNC routing too. I started using tinkercad when I first got a printer but quickly moved away from that as I learned Fusion 360. Plus it is...
  2. mkadams001

    Self healing cutting mat

    Try this place https://www.speedpress.com/products
  3. mkadams001

    Car buying tips

    I think that would only work if you had a loan of no more that %2 and you put that total cash amount in a fairly secure investment or retirement fund. I am glad that this conversation is taking place. For the few people reading I hope that some of them will seriously evaluate how they borrow...
  4. mkadams001

    Car buying tips

    I hope you have a time machine. Good luck with that.
  5. mkadams001

    Car buying tips

    I know that you are being funny. The average price of a $30K car dropped about $600 from 2003 to 2018.
  6. mkadams001

    Car buying tips

    The point is to set a budget and save for what you want. I don't think you will beat inflation by borrowing money.
  7. mkadams001

    Car buying tips

    the debtor is slave to the lender... I sometimes wonder why some are unwilling to save the amount of a car payment for the number of years that they are willing to finance. Financing $30,000 @ 5% for 60 months = $566 mo for a total of $33,968. That is spending nearly $4,000 to borrow money...
  8. mkadams001

    Any commercial pilots here? I have some questions..

    I love the that you are planning this out and planning on saving money to pay for this rather than borrowing money. I took on a part time job to pay for for my PPL while fully employed. The military may a way to go as well. You will need a bachelor's degree. You are off to a great start.
  9. mkadams001

    Who's Using or Buying a CNC Router

    We built a CNCRouterParts 4' x 4' pro with spindle. We usually import eps files to VCarve Pro to set tool paths and Mach3 as the controller. I have used Fusion 360 for 3d carving. Anyway, this is great machine we run it nearly everyday for hours at a time. Plus, it was a lot of fun to build.
  10. mkadams001

    Question - First 3D printer?

    I already knew about the limitations before I purchased so it was no surprise that I would be using the SD card. I tried the ABS just to see if it would work. I definitely agree that we should research our purchases. Too bad the mini delta did not work out for you it looks like a fun little...
  11. mkadams001

    Question - First 3D printer?

    I have had the Monoprice Mini Select V2 for about a year. I had to return the first one I ordered because it just did not work right. The reason I purchased it was because of the price and to see if I liked 3D printing. They quickly sent me a new on it has performed extremely well. I print with...
  12. mkadams001

    Chip Brush Alternatives for Fiberglassing?

    The foam rollers are the yellow-green ones. West systems have their brand on some but no need to spend the extra dollars. There are plenty of others out there.
  13. mkadams001

    Chip Brush Alternatives for Fiberglassing?

    You can use body filler squeegees as well.
  14. mkadams001

    CNC for rocket part cutting?

    We bought the 4' x 4' Pro model with plug and play with spindle, base, and software (Vcarve pro and Mach 3) That will set you back about $12K. This works everyday for hours. If there is a problem (which is rare) or need help, CNC Router Parts will answer within a few minutes. Fairly easy to...
  15. mkadams001

    CNC for rocket part cutting?

    Don't cut polycarbonate with a laser...acrylic is fine.
  16. mkadams001

    CNC for rocket part cutting?

    Take a look at this one.. https://www.inventables.com/technologies/x-carve/customize#500mm ....It will go over your budget...$1000 will be a challenge. I built a CNC Router Parts Pro for work....but that was around $12,000 for a 4' x 4' and it is used for production...Love it... If you have a...
  17. mkadams001

    Homemade propellant vacuum mixer

    sure would hate to have someone learn about a mixer... I just seems odd to me that a machine should be moved to a closed section of the forum because it is used for mixing diy propellants.
  18. mkadams001

    Printer Problems

    Do a google search for setting up your printer for wireless printing. You will find the guide to setup for the first time. It might be the long way around but I think that you will get there. I know that there may be a more direct route but you may spend more time deciphering instructions from...
  19. mkadams001

    Looking for advice before I CNC a mold to lay-up a fiberglass nosecone

    Fiberglass is the easy part. Just make sure you mold is really smooth. I made my parts in two halves and joined them after I popped them from the mold. https://www.fibreglast.com/category/Learning_Center has good information.
  20. mkadams001

    3D Printer Suggestion (and questions)

    I also have a Monoprice Maker Select 3D Printer v2. At a little over $200 it is fairly good deal. I had to return the first one because of some problems. Monoprice set me a new and it has working quite well. I finished printing Kirby Downey's AT-AT from Star Wars. The overall print time was over...
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