Another update from Tod ... GOOD NEWS! ... its been over 7 years since we started down this path, but the wait appears to be over.
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Block production is back under way. The machine is running after tracking down electrical problems. It took 3 attempts to finally get my spindle drive right (plus pulling the motor and having it all gone over to ensure it was not an issue). Then I ended up having to totally rewire the motor harness. Locating that wire was a week-long chore.
I have all casting problems resolved and can cast blocks without reservation now. And now that the block machine is running again I will not be stopping production unless there are no customers or there is another machine issue.
I just finished machining a block this morning and another one is cutting right now. After 6 more aluminum blocks are cast and machined all first depositors will be taken care of. Two of those 6 blocks are already cast and ready to machine.
I plan to revisit all my emails regarding iron blocks and see who all wanted one and let them know iron blocks are available. There were a lot of people wanting one but I was forced to tell them I would not take their deposits until I was sure (1) the castings were repeatable, and (2) the machine was ready. THAT TIME IS NOW!
I can start making castings when I get orders now. I should be able to make at least one block a week. I can probably cast 2 a week.
Please contact Tim Meyer for purchases that need finish machined to your specs. I am trying to push all finish machining his way and he is working on being the public liaison for selling these. There will probably end up being some exceptions but the norm shall be for people to deal with Tim.
Tim's info:
TMeyer
1121 Marcus Street
Fairmont, MN 56031
507-238-4141
fordmachinist@gmail.com
Thanks and appreciation to everyone who has been patient and supportive.
-Tod
-G