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kmtproshop

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KMT BALL JIG
« on: September 05, 2014, 09:00:41 AM »
This is the kind of letter I enjoy getting from customers:

I'm really happy with the jig, works like a charm, was real easy for me (likely easier since I used to drill at a pro shop years ago), and I've changed out over 20 thumb slugs with it already.

Just wanted to let you know that I successfully changed out my #5 pitch plate bushing with no problem, luckily I have an arbor press that really made the process easier. Other than that, I have drilled out over 50 balls, including thumb slug changeouts and drill outs for plugging without a hitch. I'm really happy with the product! I started using the Pro Edge Custom Thumb Molding system and I've never had equipment that fit so good ball to ball!
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Re: KMT BALL JIG
« Reply #1 on: September 05, 2014, 09:38:20 AM »
Do you mean as opposed to ones that read something similar to or ending with; "I want my money back."  ?  ;D
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Re: KMT BALL JIG
« Reply #2 on: September 05, 2014, 09:47:28 AM »
Never had one like that in 5 years now!
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Good Times Good Times

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Re: KMT BALL JIG
« Reply #3 on: September 05, 2014, 10:02:27 AM »
Is this the hand-held drill into the contraption thing from the past, again?    :-\

I'd love the drillers (kidlost / JustRico / buddies) to weigh in w/their analysis........out of sheer curiosity.
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Re: KMT BALL JIG
« Reply #4 on: September 05, 2014, 10:12:12 AM »
Yes---www.kmtballjig.com . 
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Re: KMT BALL JIG
« Reply #5 on: September 05, 2014, 11:49:14 AM »
I can speak for kidlost.  We had one and it worked great.  I even ordered multiple drill bits from them.  Great product for an individual looking to drill at home!!!!
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Re: KMT BALL JIG
« Reply #6 on: September 05, 2014, 12:11:51 PM »
Quote from: Dogtown on September 05, 2014, 11:49:14 AM
I can speak for kidlost.  We had one and it worked great.  I even ordered multiple drill bits from them.  Great product for an individual looking to drill at home!!!!

Nice, as long as it is accurate I suppose.
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Re: KMT BALL JIG
« Reply #7 on: September 05, 2014, 02:59:11 PM »
Dead on
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kmtproshop

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Re: KMT BALL JIG
« Reply #8 on: September 05, 2014, 03:16:52 PM »
Quote from: Dogtown on September 05, 2014, 02:59:11 PM
Dead on
If you look at the construction of the device, you will notice that the pitch plates are made to direct the drill bit at a specific angle, always landing the drill bit at top dead center of the ball.  For instance, the #3 plate is manufactured to direct the drill bit at an offset angle of 1/4"  The only variable is ball placement.  As long as you place the ball in the jig in the right direction, the pitch will always be dead on.
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Re: KMT BALL JIG
« Reply #9 on: September 05, 2014, 04:25:28 PM »
I tested this product before it was listed on bowlers paradise.com a few years ago.  I was as skeptical as anyone could be  After trying it I can guarantee you that if I drilled you a ball with it and you didn't watch you would not be able to tell if I used this jig and a cordless drill or a mill setup.
« Last Edit: September 05, 2014, 04:27:10 PM by itsallaboutme »
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Re: KMT BALL JIG
« Reply #10 on: September 05, 2014, 04:48:04 PM »
So someone with a little bit of knowledge/experience can use this product?
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Re: KMT BALL JIG
« Reply #11 on: September 05, 2014, 04:57:33 PM »
Quote from: xrayjay on September 05, 2014, 04:48:04 PM
So someone with a little bit of knowledge/experience can use this product?
Some layout knowledge, mechanical ability, and common sense!
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Re: KMT BALL JIG
« Reply #12 on: September 06, 2014, 12:14:47 PM »
Quote from: kmtproshop on September 05, 2014, 04:57:33 PM
Quote from: xrayjay on September 05, 2014, 04:48:04 PM
So someone with a little bit of knowledge/experience can use this product?
Some layout knowledge, mechanical ability, and common sense!

Well, so much for a lot of the BR crowd.  ;D
 
All kidding aside, I wish I had the mechanical ability to give it a try. With all the equipment I have drilled up, I'd save a bundle in the long run.
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Re: KMT BALL JIG
« Reply #13 on: September 06, 2014, 01:44:53 PM »
Quote from: Steven on September 06, 2014, 12:14:47 PM
Quote from: kmtproshop on September 05, 2014, 04:57:33 PM
Quote from: xrayjay on September 05, 2014, 04:48:04 PM
So someone with a little bit of knowledge/experience can use this product?
Some layout knowledge, mechanical ability, and common sense!

Well, so much for a lot of the BR crowd.  ;D
 
All kidding aside, I wish I had the mechanical ability to give it a try. With all the equipment I have drilled up, I'd save a bundle in the long run.
If you can operate a hand held drill, you can drill your own ball.
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Re: KMT BALL JIG
« Reply #14 on: September 06, 2014, 07:34:02 PM »
If anyone is interested, here's a website with a great review of this product.

It goes step by step with pics, from unboxing the KMT to drilling a ball

http://www.velobowling.com/KMT_product_reviews.html

If I had the money, I'd get one. Just to say I drilled my own ball with it.

kmtproshop needs to run a contest and give away one of these things,(Maybe I'd get lucky)

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