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That's what this hobby and sites like this one are all about... sharing ideas. Glad you like it!
Ted
Ted
Did you key the shaft (quill) to the handle collar to keep it from sliping? I like the Aloris compatibility. That big long spindle is an awesome feature. I suspect that's the reason for little chatter and nice surface finish.
How about replacing that red plastic ball on your tool post.Now, I going to have to look around and see what else I can make some balls for!
Ted
Did you key the shaft (quill) to the handle collar to keep it from sliping? I like the Aloris compatibility. That big long spindle is an awesome feature. I suspect that's the reason for little chatter and nice surface finish.
You clarified a question/issue I had which was repositioning capability for clearance for the handle.... An issue for my lathe.No, I wanted to be able to rotate it in case I wanted the handle in a different position depending on what I was doing. It's held very firmly in place by tightening the nut on the end of the spindle. The split collar on the inboard side of the handle collar is threaded the same as the spindle, so once that nut is positioned for the desired end play, tightening the bolt in the split locks that into place. So, the handle collar is captive between that split collar and the washer/nut on the end of the spindle. If I want to rotate the handle around all I have to do is loosen the nut on the end, rotate it to where I want it, and tighten the end nut back up.
Yes, very little chatter, if any depending on what size bolt/arbor I have the work piece mounted on while turning. It is over built, but I rather have a tool be too rugged than not rigid enough! Besides,I used what material I had on hand and that's what I came up with.
Have fun!
Ted
How about replacing that red plastic ball on your tool post.
Could you show a close up of the cutting tool?
The cutting takes place on the top of the part, is this correct?
Nice job. Was thinking of making myself one,just could not pick a design yet. Conflicted because of time. Do you have measurements you want to share ?