Mini Lathe Correct Cross Slide Setup?

[addertooth]

Compact8,

I am not sure, but there has been some chatter lately about common upgrades to address limitations on these Seig 2 lathes. So, it did not seem unreasonable to post a couple of pictures that novices who buy these lathes can make a decision on gaining an extra inch of travel.

These mini-lathes are probably the best supported for upgrades, as virtually any lathe on the market. Many of those upgrades are to address limitations and put off the day which their small size forces the owner to upgrade to a larger lathe. For those who use them to make model parts, that day may never come.

 

[brino]

I am not sure, but there has been some chatter lately about common upgrades to address limitations on these Seig 2 lathes. So, it did not seem unreasonable to post a couple of pictures that novices who buy these lathes can make a decision on gaining an extra inch of travel.

Agreed.
I liked to see the real side-by-side photo of the difference.
Made it more "real" in my head.

Thanks for posting.

Brian