tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20340207.post8227700262743483187..comments2024-03-28T08:32:05.600+00:00Comments on Phil's Workbench: Will the motor fit ?Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20340207.post-57499363856290924842012-10-22T15:36:32.130+00:002012-10-22T15:36:32.130+00:00I now use a diamond coated triangular file for sh...I now use a diamond coated triangular file for shortening motor shafts after I managed to melt the plastic casing of a Mashima 1220 with a cutting disc!<br />I wrap up the motor with masking tape beforehand - to prevent filings getting into the casing - and hold the end to be cut off in a pin vise whilst its being cut to stop it rotating and to act as a heat sink.Paul B.noreply@blogger.com