This link was posted on a french modeling forum by Frank Tavernier, he noted that he got great service and shipping.
Maybe of some use for some of the modelers here.
http://www.scalehardware.com/ (http://www.scalehardware.com/)
Marc
Marc, what a fantastic link! It's on my favourites NOW. I can't believe they're so small! I will use the stainless ones on my Keith Black Big-Block Chevvy in the McLaren M8F I have half built in 1/12th scale. I can't wait to get it re-started! Like I'm not busy enough. Cheers, Hector
Here is another excellent source for miniature machine screws, fasteners & taps - J.L. Morris Company,http://www.morris01550.com (http://www.morris01550.com). I've used their 000-120 taps & flat-head machine screws in 1:48 loco frame construction. Picture below shows pedestal block machined for a Kodama On3 K-27 & held in place with two of their 000-120 flat-head screws.
Bill
Looks impressive. For us Brits can you give an indication of what actual size they are? We find American nuts and bolts a mystery. Sorry!
Hector
I've been using them for some time and they are very prompt, nice and are model builders themselves. What more could be said?
John
Quote from: HectorBell on December 16, 2007, 12:18:09 PM
Looks impressive. For us Brits can you give an indication of what actual size they are? We find American nuts and bolts a mystery. Sorry!
Hector
Hector
The pedestal in the photo is approximately twice actual size. The dimensions for 000-120 flathead screws are as follows: 120 threads per inch, head dia. 1.58mm or .062", head depth is 0.41mm or .016", outside thread dia. 0.83mm or .033". These are tiny critters. Great care is required in using the tap especially when tapping a plugged hole such as the holes in the K-27 frame for the pedestal mounting screws. The taps are incredibly expensive, $43.25 each. I find I need a lot of extra nerve when using one!
Bill
That's great. Between you and Rich R I now have tables, equivalents, etc. so I know what to use.
I have about a hundred little nuts 'n' bolts to put in a Hewland LG600 gearbox in 1/12th scale and I'm shopping around for the least expensive.
Many thanks,
Hector
Quote from: HectorBell on December 18, 2007, 08:14:36 AM
That's great. Between you and Rich R I now have tables, equivalents, etc. so I know what to use.
I have about a hundred little nuts 'n' bolts to put in a Hewland LG600 gearbox in 1/12th scale and I'm shopping around for the least expensive.
Many thanks,
Hector
You're welcome Hector - glad to know the information is helpful. The Morris web site also provides dimensions and specs for all their fastener products - well worth checking out. When you get a moment, stop by the Roughboy Modelworks site http://roughboy.net (http://roughboy.net). We've just started a fine-scale modeling forum http://roughboy.net/index.php (http://roughboy.net/index.php)and I invite you to join. That invitation extends to everyone on this forum who would care to participate.
Bill
RBM,
Thanks for the link to the hardware.
Beautiful work on the sidframe. A pleasure to look at. Way beyond my capabilities!
Marc
Quote from: marc_reusser on December 18, 2007, 01:20:03 PM
RBM,
Thanks for the link to the hardware.
Beautiful work on the sidframe. A pleasure to look at. Way beyond my capabilities!
Marc
Thanks for the compliment Marc. As to it being "Way beyond my capabilities" I don't believe that for a minute judging from the photos I've seen of your work. Stop by our Forum http://roughboy.net/index.php (http://www.roughboy.net/index.php) when you get a chance and sign up. Would appreciate having your input there as well. Really impressed with your chipped paint techniques - looking forward to doing some experimenting with those on an old flat-bed Ford that I've had sitting unfinished on a shelf for longer than I care to mention...
Bill
OK, I've signed up. That Harley engine is frighteningly clever. I always wanted to make a working engine, but never had the gear.
Good luck with the forum.
Hector
Jerry Kieffer, who made that engine, also did a 1/8th scale John Deere tractor. It was operable as well. Insanely brilliant!
Here are some really small nuts:
http://morris.thomasnet.com/viewitems/e-hex-nuts-search-search-minature-hex-nuts-by-size/hex-nuts-0000-160
CD
Every time you think your machining prowess is getting pretty good, you see something like the stuff Jerry Kieffer does and you slink back in the corner and hide behind your mill.
I thought I'd throw in a freight car.
John