Modifing a mold

[technojock]

I would think that I'd have to figure out how to remove the handles from the Lee molds to do the lathe method. I've been wanting a lathe and this would be one more reason to get one...

Tony

[rockrat]

I think Eric over at Hollowpointmoulds.com can mill the GC part off the top of the mould, for you.

[scooterwrench]

No mill? No Lathe?
Clamp a handheld belt sander to your bench(or tailgate). Makes a great surfacing machine. My 3X21 belt sander has machined more metal than sanded wood.

[country gent]

Tap the wood handles off, the tangs are much shorter. This also gives you the opportunity to glue and pin them when you put them back on

[country gent]

Tap the wood handles off, the tangs are much shorter. This also gives you the opportunity to glue and pin them when you put them back on

[technojock]

I have a bench mounted belt sander but I'm skeptical of how well I could cut a mold down with it and have it be even. I have one Lee mold I screwed up in my early days of casting and I could try knocking off the handles to see how difficult it is. I could tap it for screws when I put it back together.

I'm still looking for a reasonable priced lathe but I always seem to be a day late or too far away from the good deals.

Tony