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Old 11-30-2012, 09:32 PM   #1
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Vega Set-up

I just got the Vega duplicator I ordered and I'm still waiting for the new lathe I ordered and was told it will be another 2-3 weeks before it ships so I'm thinking of setting it up on my old lathe for now. How tough is it to set up? Should I just wait till I get the new lathe? Doesn't look to hard to do.
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Old 11-30-2012, 10:11 PM   #2
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Not hard, just takes a little time. Go slow and have some scrap stock for set up and testing.

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Old 11-30-2012, 10:35 PM   #3
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I just got the Vega duplicator I ordered and I'm still waiting for the new lathe I ordered and was told it will be another 2-3 weeks before it ships so I'm thinking of setting it up on my old lathe for now. How tough is it to set up? Should I just wait till I get the new lathe? Doesn't look to hard to do.
theres a lot of how to threads on the other site, all of which i have saved pm me if you want the links.

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Old 12-01-2012, 03:50 AM   #4
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theres a lot of how to threads on the other site, all of which i have saved pm me if you want the links.
Chris if you could please send me those links. Thanks Mark
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Did you get some 3/4" shaft collars for the height adjustment. Those are a must if you are taking it on and off!

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Did you get some 3/4" shaft collars for the height adjustment. Those are a must if you are taking it on and off!
I just grabbed some at the hardware store after reading it here last night after doing a search on set-up. Thanks. I'm out running a few errands then I'm going to set it up. I'll post later how I make out.
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Old 12-01-2012, 07:54 PM   #7
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It's set-up. Thanks for all the help guys. Chef those links really helped. I also picked up the cutter that Paul (ProfM) makes.
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Dump the spring, it just gets you in trouble!

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It's set-up. Thanks for all the help guys. Chef those links really helped. I also picked up the cutter that Paul (ProfM) makes.
im jealous!

like Lou said lose the spring.

a lot of guys also take the vega cover off too.

make sure to keep the chains clean and free of debris.

hoping i can get my set up soon.

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Old 12-01-2012, 10:20 PM   #10
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They are good tools. I thought it was relatively cheap when I first installed mine. But have turned a tone of plugs on it with only minor issues that are quick fixes.

Keep the company's info on hand. You will need a new brass sleeve that the chain tracks over by the end of the winter. If the Dup feels like its binding and not tracking smooth , be sure to check that brass sleeve.

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Also, I like to make plexiglass templates rather than wooden templates.
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Old 12-01-2012, 10:37 PM   #11
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They are good tools. I thought it was relatively cheap when I first installed mine. But have turned a tone of plugs on it with only minor issues that are quick fixes.

Keep the company's info on hand. You will need a new brass sleeve that the chain tracks over by the end of the winter. If the Dup feels like its binding and not tracking smooth , be sure to check that brass sleeve.

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Also, I like to make plexiglass templates rather than wooden templates.

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Old 12-01-2012, 10:39 PM   #12
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Thanks for the tips I'll make the changes tomorrow. I made a nike template out of plexiglass tonight from one that I got from Paul . What are you guys using to turn from a master or a template? I've tried both and both seemed to work good but wasn't sure if one was better than the other?
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Old 12-02-2012, 09:36 AM   #13
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MoJo 7 I've used mainly plexi templates but their are a few 3 dimentional templates I made from a first spin off which work just as well. Just make that first spin off with a hard wood and occassionally rotate the template to keep it from flattening out. Also lose the spring and I would make a lever style screw( instead of thumb screw) stop to make it quick to lock and unlock the feed. I rarely use the stop screws with this set up.

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Old 12-02-2012, 12:04 PM   #14
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Thanks NF. Some good info in there. Its one of those things I have been saying for a while I am going to modify , just keep putting it off.

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Thanks for the tips I'll make the changes tomorrow. I made a nike template out of plexiglass tonight from one that I got from Paul . What are you guys using to turn from a master or a template? I've tried both and both seemed to work good but wasn't sure if one was better than the other?
I chuck up the plug body I wanna dup between centers, replace cutter with an old dull one and replace stylus with a sanded down pencil. Slowly run the cutter down the side of the plug while the pencil lightly draws profile on plexiglass. Stick some white masking tape on face of plexi so the pencil line shows better. Cut the profile on the band saw slightly larger so you can sand the plexi nice and smooth down to the original line. Get the edge of plexi very smooth or it will show every divit on your plug body.
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Old 12-02-2012, 01:27 PM   #15
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oh yeah i said i was going to look into an idler sprocket type set up.

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Old 12-04-2012, 03:09 PM   #16
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Looks good on that Old Sears.
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Old 12-04-2012, 03:37 PM   #17
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Must be me but I keep the Spring and the cover on....I don't have any issues.

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Old 12-05-2012, 09:18 AM   #18
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Thanks for the tips I'll make the changes tomorrow. I made a nike template out of plexiglass tonight from one that I got from Paul . What are you guys using to turn from a master or a template? I've tried both and both seemed to work good but wasn't sure if one was better than the other?
I always turn my master by hand ( thus the 3/4" collars on the shaft for quick removal).. when it's exactly as I want it... I then insert a hard wood tracer into the cutting arm and put a pencil into the stylis( you will have to turn the pencil down to have it fit)... I glue paper to the lexan and insert it into the dupe... I then put a little tension on the pencil and with light presure on the plug, follow it with the dummy cutter... mark all holes and weights at this time... remove the lexan template and cut it on a scroll saw or band saw... sand any rough edges.. even the tiniest iregularity will show on the plug.. write any pertinant info on the paper.. save the master for set up if you like...personaly, I keep a half dozen of the common diameters for set up, and just store the flat plexi under the lathe bench... turned masters take up alot of space..so I usualy use them for experimentation..unless they are unique in some way..

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Old 12-05-2012, 12:55 PM   #19
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Different method for creating a template.

You will need a scanner for this. Place the lure you want to use as a master on your scanner bed. Make sure it is level. Scan it at 100%. Output a print at 100%. The print can be attached to your template material with virtually any glue, I like spray contact cement, however I have used regular wood glue though it takes a while to set up. Cut the profile using whatever tools you have leaving about an extra 1/16" to trim. Sand the edge to final profile. I like using a belt sander and a sanding block for final shaping. I have had great success doing this. The nice thing is if I have a working prototype with hooks that I want to use (maybe borrowed?) I don't have to unrig it to use it. I've been doing this for 10 years.

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Must be me but I keep the Spring and the cover on....I don't have any issues.
Me too. I give the dup a blast of air every once in a while.
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You will need a scanner for this. Place the lure you want to use as a master on your scanner bed. Make sure it is level. Scan it at 100%. Output a print at 100%. The print can be attached to your template material with virtually any glue, I like spray contact cement, however I have used regular wood glue though it takes a while to set up. Cut the profile using whatever tools you have leaving about an extra 1/16" to trim. Sand the edge to final profile. I like using a belt sander and a sanding block for final shaping. I have had great success doing this. The nice thing is if I have a working prototype with hooks that I want to use (maybe borrowed?) I don't have to unrig it to use it. I've been doing this for 10 years.
Pretty much how I still do it and learned it from one of your early posts and I am still using the home made dup. I made with inspiration from your early posts too. It's all old school compared to what a lot of the guys use nowadays but that is why I like it.

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Yup I do it the same....people re always looking at me strange when I put a lure on the copier at work.

if you want to make a mini version scan it at a reduced size to make the template.

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Old 12-11-2012, 09:43 PM   #23
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another suggestion...not better by any means, but I trace the profile off the plug i'm looking to duplicate on a piece of 1/8 masonite. I take my jigsaw and cut out the profile. I use that as my template. If I need to shave a little down off the template I just take a piece of sandpaper and do what I have to do. Very easy to do. Good luck
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Thanks for all the help guys. I've been transferring my masters and old templates to 1/8' plexi with the paper on it so I can have all my measurements and hook, eye, & weight markings on them. It's been a little bit of work to do but I can see how in the end it will be easier and a little more accurate.
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Thanks for all the help guys. I've been transferring my masters and old templates to 1/8' plexi with the paper on it so I can have all my measurements and hook, eye, & weight markings on them. It's been a little bit of work to do but I can see how in the end it will be easier and a little more accurate.
Keep them in a safe and secure place!! You know that Skippy guy

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Keep them in a safe and secure place!! You know that Skippy guy
Your not kidding Lou he's a little shady!
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