i finally got my kit and am very happy with the way all of the parts are sorted and the clear instructions, but i have a problem. One of the two large rollers arived damaged. The axil going through the center must have been hit, knockin it about 1/4 inch. This broke off the plastic gear on one end. Can i just hammer it back to match the other roller, and what glue do you recommend to reattach the gear?

 

I will try to fix the one i have and let you know. It is good to know that i have a backup if i need it. I will be in the usa from oct 17-nov 9, so i have a chance to pick up stuff i need to bring back to saudi then. Hopefully a new drive roller will not be one of the things!

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Ok, i think i fixed the roller good as new. We will see how it holds together. I almost completed the build of the mkiii, just need to install the router and power supply, but i am in the usa and wont get back to saudi until mid nov. I thought that the kit went together very well, the videos were great. I had one goof, a nut came off inside the gantry, and i botched the friction tape a bit, i think it will be fine.
I want to buy some more bits for different materials while i am here, and i also remember something about a centering attachment. Can you point me to some recomendations?

 

I buy some of my bits in China, the ones that I need long and thin like 22mm long and about 2.1mm diameter. The rest I buy from this place. http://stores.ebay.com/CARBIDE-PLUS?_rdc=1. I just bought these ones http://www.ebay.com/itm/380456866341?ss ... 1439.l2649 they are good for foam and these http://www.ebay.com/itm/150842971731?ss ... 1439.l2649. These are not good for foam but good for wood, as are the diamond cut.

 

Thanks guys. I picked up a few in Lowes to tide me over. Ill look into the other options