Thread: 15T CIM Shaft Pinion Gear (DeWalt project)
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Re: 15T CIM Shaft Pinion Gear (DeWalt project)
I got some advice via PM from Teched3 on how they turn down the CIM shafts. To summarize what that message said:

* To turn down CIM shaft on the lathe, disassemble the CIM and secure the tail end of the shaft in a collet.
*Centerdrill the other end of the shaft (transmission side) using a bushing to center a 5/16" centerdrill. Now that end can be supported by the lathe tailstock with a BB center.
*Turn the shaft end down where it is supported by the tailstock. It has worked well for us for about 4 years.

This process sounds fairly straight forward, but also a little complicated for what I'm trying to do. I'm really looking for an easier solution to this DeWalt/CIM interface issue. Any other suggestions?

EDIT - I'd also really like to keep all the parts un-modified, or at least as close to COTS items as possible.