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    Ho can i convence my boss to buy an 3D software?

    Try doing sheet metal blanks from your AutoCAD 2D as fast and as accurately as Inventor can. Also, we are in the custom equipment business and the 3D rendered views AND slide shows (Inventor Studio) impress the heck out of the customers. After using solid modeling for about 9 years, I can...
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    Bleeding hydraulic cylinders

    While this may seem very fundamental, how does one bleed a hydraulic cylinder when the rod end port has a welded tube that leads down to its flare connection at the head end. This cylinder lies horizontal when retracted and is tilted rod end up when extended. It always seems to trap some air. I...
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    sheetmetal- dimple die how to??

    I would think you could revolve a sketch, cutting or adding, but I don't know what'll happen in the flat pattern (if that matters to you).
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    Slowing and loss of force in hydraulic system

    I have a hydraulic system that slows and looses force as it 'heats' up (I use quotes because I do not suspect heat as the problem). I have isolated the pump from the rest of the system and hooked it to a pressure gage and needle valve. The pump (gear type) is capable of rated system pressure. I...
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