RockHound66 Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 I just got a Burgess vibro tool but no instructions...I see how to mount the tips to a piece that goes into the vibro tool but I dont see how that connects securely to the vibro? Does anyone have one of these? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snolly50 Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 Burgess Vibro-tool Deluxe - Fixya see if this helps. Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, also are remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so. - Douglas Adams, Last Chance to See Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockHound66 Posted August 28, 2014 Author Share Posted August 28, 2014 Thanks Snolly50 I think that is talking about the bit pieces...I can change those into the piece on the lower left corner of the bits in the photo... it is a screw pressure fitted piece that holds the shanks of the bits...but that piece has to be inserted or connected to the vibro and I cant seem to figure that out? It just sits in the vibro really loose and that cant be right? haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fossildude19 Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 (edited) Usually with these types of things, there is some way to tighten the neck of the engraver against the removable collet that holds the bit. This is typically achieved with either a set screw, or the neck can be manually tightened with a wrench or with your hand, like a keyless chuck on a drill. I have seen one or two designs which require you to insert the collet first, then insert the bit into it, and this expands the collet to fit tightly in the housing of the tool. Good luck with this. Regards, EDIT: What does the upper knob do on the back? Maybe push/pull on it to insert the collet & bit? Edited August 28, 2014 by Fossildude19 Tim - VETERAN SHALE SPLITTER VFOTM --- APRIL - 2015 __________________________________________________ "In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." John Muir ~ ~ ~ ~ ><))))( *> About Me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave pom Allen Posted August 30, 2014 Share Posted August 30, 2014 you have the main shaft that the chuck is on missing.so you can not attach any of the bits,it is a long rod with spring on it with the chuck on the top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockHound66 Posted August 31, 2014 Author Share Posted August 31, 2014 The upper knob just adjusts the vibration Here are the exploded pics...i have the bit peice and it Tightens up by hand i can then put it in the vibro Neck peice but it doesnt tighten up and tbe bit Peice spins around when vibro is on? Seems a collar Or something might be missing? If i can fix it I guess i can send it back it was an ebay purchase Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave pom Allen Posted August 31, 2014 Share Posted August 31, 2014 i am afraid it is broken and you will need a new shaft Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamrich Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 I have the same exact one with the same problem. It is missing a collet. If you go to Lowes or Home depot and look at a Dremel tool you will see how their tools get attached. Unfortunitely, their collets will not fit the Vibro-Tool. I am still looking for another manufacturer of collets to see if I can find one that is close, Otherwise, I will have to make some modifications to the tool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John K Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 at a certain point, would it be better just to get an up-to-date engraver? They're not that expensive - I got ours at Fleet Farm (local farm/fleet store in the upper midwest) for $20 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmaier Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 Are those vibro or rotary? I have a 25 year old vibro that I like and I use a dremmel for rotary applications like cut-off disks or abrasive grinding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John K Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 Are those vibro or rotary? I have a 25 year old vibro that I like and I use a dremmel for rotary applications like cut-off disks or abrasive grinding. it's vibro; I don't know what others think, but I've used it on some very hard stuff (Bear Paw nodules...) and it works like a miniature jackhammer. I'm thinking of pulling the trigger on a diamond tip to replace the carbide tip that came with it; then I'll really go to town... I use a separate variable speed dremel grinder for grinding Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmaier Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 For soft limestone there are these "stone" disks called cut-off disks for the dremmel. They are very thin, about 1mm or less. They cut through steel like butter, and limestone too. They wear down very fast and you buy them in packs of about 25. They come it handy for removing large chucks. You cut a groove under the chunk, then insert a thin blade screwdriver, and then twist, and the chuck pops off. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockHound66 Posted September 9, 2014 Author Share Posted September 9, 2014 dang so I bought a broken tool....looks like ebay support to the refund rescue! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John K Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 For soft limestone there are these "stone" disks called cut-off disks for the dremmel. They are very thin, about 1mm or less. They cut through steel like butter, and limestone too. They wear down very fast and you buy them in packs of about 25. They come it handy for removing large chucks. You cut a groove under the chunk, then insert a thin blade screwdriver, and then twist, and the chuck pops off. that's good to know - I've found that on softer matrixes that the grinder doesn't work so well; there's something in the mixture of local limestones/dolostones that tends to sort of melt, turns black, and ends up clogging up the grind stone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmaier Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 that's good to know - I've found that on softer matrixes that the grinder doesn't work so well; there's something in the mixture of local limestones/dolostones that tends to sort of melt, turns black, and ends up clogging up the grind stone. You get that same problem with the cut-off disks, but there is much less smell and mess, because instead of grinding the whole thing down you cut off large chunks. There is a acrid smoke and the limestone looks smoothly varnished afterwards. You have to plan your cut in advance, because once you start you need to continue in a straight plane to avoid twisting and breaking the disc. You can't cut a curve like a jigsaw. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auspex Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 dang so I bought a broken tool....looks like ebay support to the refund rescue! It does appear to be missing a critical part. How disappointing for you Somehow, I hope, it will all be for the better, and you'll get an awesome tool! "There has been an alarming increase in the number of things I know nothing about." - Ashleigh Ellwood Brilliant “Try to learn something about everything and everything about something.” - Thomas Henry Huxley >Paleontology is an evolving science. >May your wonders never cease! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coreylee Posted May 2, 2017 Share Posted May 2, 2017 On 8/28/2014 at 9:38 AM, RockHound66 said: I just got a Burgess vibro tool but no instructions...I see how to mount the tips to a piece that goes into the vibro tool but I dont see how that connects securely to the vibro? Does anyone have one of these? I have one I was going to rewire but wanted make sure I did it right if you don't mind and know how to please send me a PM. Please and thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fossildude19 Posted May 2, 2017 Share Posted May 2, 2017 16 hours ago, Coreylee said: I have one I was going to rewire but wanted make sure I did it right if you don't mind and know how to please send me a PM. Please and thank you. I've edited out your e-mail address. Bots are always looking for valid email addresses to sell to the Spammers. And with thousands of views a day, probably best not to have it out there. I changed it to Send me a PM. The personal messaging system is not accessible to non members. 1 Tim - VETERAN SHALE SPLITTER VFOTM --- APRIL - 2015 __________________________________________________ "In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." John Muir ~ ~ ~ ~ ><))))( *> About Me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoop Dog Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Just got my grand father's,has a 1/4 inch split on top of the ball and back toward main housing, covered with masking tape. Seems to work OK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhillipW Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 On 5/1/2017 at 8:33 PM, Coreylee said: I have one I was going to rewire but wanted make sure I did it right if you don't mind and know how to please send me a PM. Please and thank you. Did you find your answer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ptychodus04 Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 On 9/5/2014 at 0:38 PM, John K said: it's vibro; I don't know what others think, but I've used it on some very hard stuff (Bear Paw nodules...) and it works like a miniature jackhammer. I'm thinking of pulling the trigger on a diamond tip to replace the carbide tip that came with it; then I'll really go to town... I use a separate variable speed dremel grinder for grinding When I switched from a hammer and a screw to motorized prep, this was the natural step. They are cheap and easily had. Don't run it for more than 20-30 minutes at a time or you will burn up the motor (I did this 3 times). Eventually, I made the switch to pneumatic tools. Regards, Kris Global Paleo Services, LLC https://globalpaleoservices.com http://instagram.com/globalpaleoservices http://instagram.com/kris.howe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kane Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 And to add to @Ptychodus04's point, it is also recommended not to run it for too long for reasons of safety; namely, developing "white finger." Working with vibration tools too long can result in permanent nerve damage. 1 ...How to Philosophize with a Hammer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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