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bigdaddy1808

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Has anyone been tempted with this?
« on: January 03, 2013, 10:26:47 AM »
 Has anyone seen this or tried  it?
http://kmtballjig.com/
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hhhbs1

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Re: Has anyone been tempted with this?
« Reply #1 on: January 03, 2013, 06:32:33 PM »
I don't know something about hand held drill and bowling balls send shivers down my spine. Maybe its just me.
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EFFEN 10

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Re: Has anyone been tempted with this?
« Reply #2 on: January 03, 2013, 07:25:09 PM »
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J_Mac

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Re: Has anyone been tempted with this?
« Reply #3 on: January 03, 2013, 09:01:39 PM »
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Russell

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Re: Has anyone been tempted with this?
« Reply #4 on: January 03, 2013, 10:47:32 PM »
I look forward to fixing your screwups....I figure you save $40 on drilling...but then pay me $50 to have it plugged and redrilled....good investment.
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bigdaddy1808

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Re: Has anyone been tempted with this?
« Reply #5 on: January 03, 2013, 11:52:02 PM »
Quote from: Russell on January 03, 2013, 10:47:32 PM
I look forward to fixing your screwups....I figure you save $40 on drilling...but then pay me $50 to have it plugged and redrilled....good investment.

lol I think this is kinda of a joke but I like drillpress setup
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Bowling 300 900

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Re: Has anyone been tempted with this?
« Reply #6 on: January 04, 2013, 06:33:56 AM »
What was the benefit of putting the KMT jig on a mini mill?    Were you unable to find a jig or this just a cheaper option for the proper jig?
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Re: Has anyone been tempted with this?
« Reply #7 on: January 04, 2013, 06:44:58 PM »
Quote from: Russell on January 03, 2013, 10:47:32 PM
I look forward to fixing your screwups....I figure you save $40 on drilling...but then pay me $50 to have it plugged and redrilled....good investment.

And I'm sure when you first started drilling balls,you were perfect? That's how we learn.
I drill my own and for a few select friends.Started about four years ago.I view it as my hobby,kinda like wood working.It is a good investment for ME.And whatever screw ups I had,I fixed them.
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Re: Has anyone been tempted with this?
« Reply #8 on: January 04, 2013, 06:52:59 PM »
Quote from: Bowling 300 900 on January 04, 2013, 06:33:56 AM
What was the benefit of putting the KMT jig on a mini mill?    Were you unable to find a jig or this just a cheaper option for the proper jig?

At the time the least expensive mill with jig I could find was $600.00. Mill-Drills at that time were going for $1500.00.I put mine together for about $950.00.I've tweaked my setup over time,but it works very well for me.
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kmtproshop

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Re: Has anyone been tempted with this?
« Reply #9 on: March 02, 2013, 05:03:10 PM »
Apparently some of you aren't reading the testimonials.  The KMT ball jig has been proven to be every bit as accurate as a press or a mill.  I don't know why some people are so skeptical.  It is just a mechanical device used to hold the ball in a given position as it is being drilled.  Why does it matter what you're using to rotate the drill bit?  The fact that some people are using it on their press proves that it works! 
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kidlost2000

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Re: Has anyone been tempted with this?
« Reply #10 on: March 02, 2013, 06:27:52 PM »
It looks fine but in the long run id rather piece together a more conventional setup. X-Y axis jig off ebay for $200 then a used set of bits for $150 and last a new drill from lowes for $300. When its all said and done it is a great investment.

The kmt scale is more appealing but still at the same cost as what you would pay for a used dodo scale makes it a tougher decision.
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kmtproshop

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Re: Has anyone been tempted with this?
« Reply #11 on: March 03, 2013, 06:55:17 AM »
Quote from: kidlost2000 on March 02, 2013, 06:27:52 PM
It looks fine but in the long run id rather piece together a more conventional setup. X-Y axis jig off ebay for $200 then a used set of bits for $150 and last a new drill from lowes for $300. When its all said and done it is a great investment.

The kmt scale is more appealing but still at the same cost as what you would pay for a used dodo scale makes it a tougher decision.
It all depends on what you're trying to accomplish---a drill press usually requires a permanent installation area.  It is more versatile and quicker, but if you're only drilling a few balls per year, how much versatillity and speed do you need?  In between drillings, it's taking up space. 
The KMT drill bits are MUCH cleaner than standard bits, and they don't drift.  When you're done, the whole setup breaks down in 5 minutes, and can be stored away in a briefcase.
There will be a video coming out next week comparing the KMT dodo scale to a Kaufman.  I'll post something when it's available.
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kidlost2000

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Re: Has anyone been tempted with this?
« Reply #12 on: March 03, 2013, 07:15:08 AM »
I dont blame anyone for wanting either. Im not sure how much space is an issue for many. I started with a bench top press and later a stand up. Both take up a small area. Neither were portable. I think the complete scale at $250 to $300 would be a good deal.
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kmtproshop

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Re: Has anyone been tempted with this?
« Reply #13 on: March 03, 2013, 09:03:20 AM »
If you already have the KMT ball jig, the scale is $239 as an attachment.
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Juggernaut

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Re: Has anyone been tempted with this?
« Reply #14 on: March 03, 2013, 12:49:03 PM »
 Wish I had the money to spend on one of these. I would love to have one here, because I know how to drill my own stuff.

 Regardless of what some people will tell you, it does NOT take a degree in science to be able to drill holes in a bowling ball. You may need it to be able to figure out WHERE you want those holes, but getting them in the ball isn't that big of a deal.

 I do not think this is for someone who has never drilled a ball before, but for those that have, and have some knowledge of what pitches and angles are, this should work just fine. If you don't think so, then tell all of us WHY you think it wouldn't instead of just saying so.
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