Thanks everyone for the input.

I was able to get the help I need. 

73,

Mike Giannaccio
W5REZ

> On May 5, 2022, at 5:31 PM, Rick Hiller via BVARC <[email protected]> wrote:
> 
> What about drilling it out with the correct size bit?   Either vertically on 
> a drill press or horizontally.   It’s only 2.25” od.   U didnt say borehole 
> length or width.  If too long or large, back to the lathe/mill.
> I’ve done just what I described for drilling and tapping AL stock.
> GL.  Rick W5RH
> 
> Sent from my i-Thingamajig
> 
>> On May 5, 2022, at 4:18 PM, john Parmalee via BVARC <[email protected]> wrote:
>> 
>> Mike tell me what the job is and I will look for a boring bar.  There are a 
>> lot of inexpensive Chinese machine tools on the market that would do the 
>> job. 
>> I found my South Bend on Crags list. I had to drive almost to Galveston then 
>> borrow a engine hoist to get it out of my van  $700.  There are smaller 
>> lathes.  I found mine at crags list.  I have seen them at hamfests now and 
>> then.  Also Harbor freight sells one.  
>> 
>> John Parmalee
>> [email protected]
>> 281-380-3811 
>> K5VGM WI2XLJ
>> In a message dated 5/5/2022 2:59:16 PM Central Standard Time, 
>> [email protected] writes:
>>  
>> Hi John,
>>  
>> Sounds like it would do the trick. How much does the boring bar you have in 
>> mind cost? I know they vary quite a bit. I wouldn’t mind making the drive if 
>> nobody closer can help.
>>  
>> I’m actually looking for a machine for my garage right now. Something with a 
>> decent capacity. Something with a 5’ bed with a 6-8” swing. Single phase. 
>> Not sure if you know anyone selling used.
>> 
>> 73,
>>  
>> Mike Giannaccio
>> W5REZ
>> 
>> On May 5, 2022, at 2:44 PM, john Parmalee via BVARC <[email protected]> wrote:
>> 
>> Mike I think my 1939 South Bend 9" would do it.  However I am north of 99 
>> where it turns East.  Just barely in SW Montgomery county.  I don't have a 
>> boring tool that would do the job.  I might let you buy me a boring bar. How 
>> deep do we have to go?
>> 
>> John Parmalee
>> [email protected]
>> 281-380-3811 
>> K5VGM WI2XLJ
>> In a message dated 5/5/2022 2:23:37 PM Central Standard Time, 
>> [email protected] writes:
>>  
>> Does anyone have access to a lathe? I have two Delrin parts I need to remove 
>> 10 thousandths from the bore. Would need to be able to hold a 2.25” piece. 
>> Willing to pay for the service of course.
>>  
>> Thanks!
>>  
>> 73,
>>  
>> Mike Giannaccio
>> W5REZ
>>  
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