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  1. machinistnoob

    New Atlas owner

    Hello all. I wanted to reach out and say hello to the Atlas crew. Surely, you all know of the 'other' site, where you can't even say that name let alone have a discussion about it. I can only conclude that with them, it's the machine that makes the machinist and not the other way around. They...
  2. R

    Atlas Craftsman 6 Lathe Tool Post and Crossfeed Slide Gibs M6-304 M6-56 3D Print File 0

    STL file format ready for slicing and 3D printing replacement plastic gibs made from drawings posted here in the downloads section by another. I used PETG although there are other materials such as nylon or ABS plastic that might work well/better. PETG is very solvent resistant and slides...
  3. R

    Atlas 3950 6" Lathe split nut lever removal

    (first post) I recently purchased a 3950 that appears to have seen little use but needs disassembly and cleaning. First problem so far is the split nut lever is very difficult to turn. I've removed the split nuts and the spring/ball detent and sprayed WD-40 inside. Was able to move the lever...
  4. R

    Any Idea What's Making This Sound?

    I've got an Atlas Craftsman 12x36. Whenever I run it on the back gears and apply more than very little force taking a cut, there's a fair bit of what I can only describe as a "crunchy" sound. Attached is a video of the lathe running with the sound. My first guess is that there isn't enough play...
  5. R

    Are These Babbitt Bearings Still Good?

    I've got a new to me Atlas Craftsman 12x36 from the 30s. I was partially taking apart the headstock to do some cleaning and also to inspect the babbitt bearings. Can anyone with more experience tell me if these bearings are still good to continue using or if I need to pour new ones? Thanks in...
  6. Susan_in_SF

    Mystery Power Hacksaw Parts

    Hi Guys, I recently picked up an old little Craftsman power hacksaw (108.1502). It's a little rusty, but I suspect it may have never been used. Anyways, there are these 2 2-pronged things that were zip tied to the saw that I cannot figite out what they are meant for. They look like I asked...
  7. Red Beard Ops

    Atlas / Craftsman 12'' Metal Lathe Restoration [1937]

    Hey guys, I felt like this post would make sense as it's own thread. I wanted to thank everyone here for helping me out with the identification and tear down of this piece of vintage machinery. It's awesome to find a community so passionate about these pieces of history. According to @wa5cab...
  8. M

    Babbit bearings? help

    I just bought a craftsman 12in lathe 101.07383 after reading through some articles about the history of atlas craftsman lathes I determined it must be about a 1939 As it has the bronze "babbit" bearings in the head stock and a 12 in swing 42 in bed measured end to end and no power cross feed...
  9. E

    Does anyone know about a Vintage Atlas 6" metal turning lathe Model 3950 serial 2610.

    Im trying to figure out how old it is and where i might be able to find a new adjustment handle.
  10. jrkorman

    Atlas 9-73A Sleeve 1.1

    Non Factory drawing of the change gear sleeve. Based on measurements from my Craftsman 101.07403
  11. jrkorman

    Atlas 9-70A Bushing 1.1

    Non Factory drawing of the change gear bushing. Based on measurements from my Craftsman 101.07403
  12. Susan_in_SF

    Suggestions For Old Block Grinder

    Hi guys, I bought a very nice 1/2 hp Baldor 7" 1800 rpm grinder with pedestal at a machine shop auction awhile ago. I wanted to buy a slow speed grinder to use to sharpen my woodturning tools on. Then, I later bought a 1/3 hp old 3600 rpm Craftsman Blick grinder just cuz it looked awesome...
  13. Susan_in_SF

    Reasons to Keep Smaller Lathe

    Hello, I am a newbie who bought a nice old Craftsman 101.07301 metal lathe awhile ago. At the time I bought it, I really did not know (beyond the obvious size issues) the limitations of such a small lathe. At the same time, I am working out of a 1 car garage that also has woodworking equipment...
  14. J

    Motor Question

    I recently acquired an Atlas/Craftsman 12 x 36 lathe and I am trying to rewire it. The insulation on the wiring is deteriorated and I would like to convert it to 220 volts. It has a 3/4 HP Craftsman motor model # 113.196591 and a Furnas Style A-14 forward/reverse switch. I have not been able to...
  15. Technical Ted

    New to me Craftsman 12"x24" 101.07403

    I got this Craftsman lathe as part of a lot that was sold from an estate. I wasn't really looking to buy a lathe; I wanted some of the other items in the lot. Here are the stats: Model: 101.07403 (with QCGB) Serial: 12L-041649 12" swing; 24" between centers Tooling: 3 jaw chuck, 3 rocker tool...
  16. A

    Reversing the bed on Atlas/Craftsman Lathe?

    I have a 12x36 Craftsman lathe that I purchased a few months ago. I spent a lot of time getting it into good running condition but have noticed quite a bit of bed wear near the headstock, as is typical. I've looked at different options and the consensus seems to be "just deal with it," which...
  17. G

    What price to sell my Craftsman 12 lathe?

    I have out grown the capabilities of my trusted Craftsman "Commercial" 12" lathe. I'd like to sell it and I'm not sure what a fair market value will be. It is the later 101.28990 lower drive model. Even though it is a low hour unit, I was bored a couple of years ago and fully restored it...
  18. T

    Opinions On Buying The First Lathe. (or The Never Ending, "what Lathe Should I Buy," Question.)

    Hey all, I'm looking to buy my first lathe. I need opinions on brands people prefer and general pricing. I'm familiar with larger Lathes, but I cannot afford or fit one into the space I have in my townhouse. I've scoured Craigslist and several other online buying networks to try and find...
  19. TonyL

    [Lathe] Craftman/dunlap 109 Sn. Worth Looking At?

    Saw this on CL. Is it worth taking a look at? Thank you.
  20. CluelessNewB

    Sears Announced That It May Sell Three Of Its Iconic Brands -- Kenmore, Craftsman And Diehard

    The latest news from one of America's worst managed companies... http://q13fox.com/2016/05/26/sears-may-sell-kenmore-and-craftsman-brands/ Just in case you need one less reason to go to Sears.
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