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Looking at the few items I've read my new/old lathe is either a 5.5 or 6. Nothing on the upper portion of the legs have a number and there are no bosses indicating it was ever a treadle. The over all length is nearly 70 inches, swing over the bed is about 8.5 " and is has 4 speeds. All of this...

I'm beginning installation of a DRO on my Jet GHB-1340 Lathe and trying to way the pros and cons of mounting the carriage scale on the head-stock side vs. the tail-stock side. Carraige Scale 2 by heli_av8tor posted Nov 26, 2016 at 12:36 PM Carraige Scale 1 by heli_av8tor posted Nov 26, 2016 at...

This looks like a great deal to anyone looking for a larger lathe in the New York area. I would grab it if I only had the room.... http://hudsonvalley.craigslist.org/tls/5810247042.html

I'm thinking of buying the following lathe http://boston.craigslist.org/nos/bfs/5790244305.html but I'm not sure if its worth the asking price. I'm sure I can haggle off a few dollars and from reading various posts it sounds like folks like them. I asked the seller how old and he said 10 to 15...

I have this ancient three jaw scroll Chuck with no real markings on it. I tried to use it and the run out was absolutely terrible it was actually visible. It measured on the order of 7 thousands. It came with it lathe parts that I purchased and I didn't really inspect it before I threaded it on...

This problem has arisen recently and I have not been able to figure out the source. I was seeing a lot of movement in the cross slide while cutting and getting chatter as a result, so I adjusted the gib for a tighter fit. All was well for a few months, but now I am experiencing difficulty...

Looking for info/ pdf /manual /pictures of a 12" × 40" btc P and W Maclellan Glasgow lathe . Have it all back together minus drive pulley, motor, lead screw gears. Or at least what I should be seeing for gearing and belts( being flat belt driven) which parts are missing.

Hi All, I found this Jet GH-1340W-1 Lathe on Craigslist http://hudsonvalley.craigslist.org/tls/5715947955.html Does anyone here have experience with this machine? It looks like it could be a good deal as new its about $8,650.00 and it looks in fine condition?

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...

Cross Drilling Fixture from an AXA Boring Tool Holder! i had an idea to make a cross drilling fixture for my shenwai 1236 lathes' AXA clone toolpost. i machined the shaft from 3/8" 12L14 hex shaft and single point threaded the drill chuck end to 3/8-24 to accept an old but new Jacobs short...

Hello folks, I've found a lot of good information on this forum so I though't I'd pick the brains of the experienced machinists here about restoring the bed of my lathe. I have an Atlas 12 inch lathe, and like many who own one, it's seen better days. I've done a lot of work on the thing (and...

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Shop Made Rotary Broach i have a job that requires a square hole to be pierced through a piece of machined steel. the material is too thin to be push broached for fear of fracture. i don't have pull broaches or the puller for that matter, so i'm doing the next easiest method i have seen. i...

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I placed my order for a PM1236, with the preferred equipment package and the Easson 8a DRO. Now it is just a waiting game for the check to arrive and clear, and for the shipping company to deliver. Accessories have begun arriving. The headstock/gearbox oil is in, along with a live center (I...

i made a youtube video for the interested. i apologize for the sound. it's my first video with a go pro hero and i was not sure of the sound pick up. the idea should resonate even without a good soundtrack. the next video will be better i assure you. thanks for watching.

I finally got my TH/QC54 lathe dc motor conversion done, and up and running! I did some practice turning on a scrap piece and all seemed to work fine. Took into making my first actual part, a small shaft .390 diameter CD steel. I made a number of passes on the part, when the motor speed...

Logan Lathe Operators Instructions and Parts List Model: 800 Series 815, 816, 820 & 821

Working on building the shop bit by bit. I learned today that Ii really despise drywall. Just another step in the process you can follow along on my youtube channel.