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  1. 02-01-2017 #12
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    I would not use anything less than 20mm, 25mm for Z plate and at least 20mm for spindle if braced by spindle bracket or other form.
    If you are not limited with machining process and time than do not cut the corners - do it properly.
    See how I keep changing design
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    after 2 days of scratching my head - still not happpy
    All those changes were made to short the overhang by less than 50mm - is it worth it?
    Last edited by Tom J; 02-01-2017 at 09:29 PM.
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