3 Hand Solution

[Galanw]

I saw some postings a while back about the pro's and con's of using a foot switch to power a DP.

I solved the problem of needing three hands by constructing a foot pedal with a cable which connects to the quill lever through a series of pulleys. After I turn the DP on manually, I can hold a piece with both hands and lower the drill bit into the work by depressing the foot pedal.

If anyone is interested, I can post some pictures this weekend.

Galanw

 

[beamer]

I've been considering doing a similar thing ever since I saw the one David Marks uses. I'd be very interested in seeing how you tackled this.

 

[Galanw]

It's rustic, but it works. Photos to follow in a day or two.