On the seventy-third episode of "Taps and Patience," hosts AJ and Harrison dive into their recent machining and manufacturing adventures. With upbeat music setting the tone, they discuss their experiences, challenges, and recent projects. AJ shares his struggle with a breakdown on his mill, detailing the process of diagnosing and fixing the issue with the Y-axis servo. Meanwhile, Harrison recounts his frustrations with a lengthy project involving 3D-printed parts for a food processing plant, highlighting the challenges of measurements and communication with the client.

The conversation shifts to the intricacies of machining plastic parts, with AJ describing a complex plastic manifold he's working on. He explains the multi-operation process and the unexpected setbacks he faced, including the breakdown and repair of his mill. The hosts also touch on the differences between their machine types and the challenges of precision machining with various materials. Throughout the episode, their banter and insights provide an entertaining and informative glimpse into the world of machining and manufacturing.

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