Bridgeport J head Features and Functions

In this video we cover basic operations of a J head bridgeport, just showing you what the levers and knobs do. It's easy to forget what's what when you are in a hurry, so be careful when you are getting started!

[@atown4428]

Thanks for making this video. just picked up a similar machine.

[@lespritchard4738]

Good info for the older machine I have. Appreciate the solid & basic operating hints.

[@fsj197811]

"You can make anything on a birdgeport but money" Nice. Thanks for sharing!

[@moosesmachinery]

@fsj197811 thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed the video

[@SkipsGunz]

Good video

[@moosesmachinery]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed

[@adammontgomery7980]

Incredibly useful for me! Not a whole lot of info out there about the operation of these older models.

[@moosesmachinery]

There is, but you have to go to the early 2000s BBS (pre tap talk days!). It's buried under all the crap unfortunately. The detailed operators & service manuals are available and extremely helpful. I'd suggest never doing spindle bearings unless you have the manual in front of you.

[@WhOwns]

Nice breakdown of the machine

[@moosesmachinery]

Thanks! Glad you liked the video

[@rickjohnsonjr8954]

I rarely use the power down feed but nice to see the features. Didnt know you could change feed rates while running. Thanks, great chanel

[@moosesmachinery]

@rickjohnsonjr8954 I lean on it very hard for boring. On my machine it's extremely difficult to change speeds when the machine is not running. I should probably read a manual and make sure it is not causing damage haha