new cnc machine startover post....

... a big thanks to both leo and bill for all their help with this. now to see what manner of mischief i can get into with this machine....

Hey, we're all in this together - glad I've been able to help. Call anytime!

One comment about your spindle bracket: You'll need to be careful about the mounting hardware since it will be going through the plies of the plywood sideways; could cause the plywood to split.
 
after a bit, i've decided to change the platform for the laptop. the angle was ok, but there was not enough room for the laptop's power cord, and such. so i eliminated the angle, raised the whole platform to an over all height of 4.5", tucked part of the hardware under it, and secured the spindle speed knob to the horizontal surface. i still need to make a small box for the emergency off button.
 

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