Need more tool holders

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I just purchased a small benchtop lathe JET BD920N from a local guy here in the Denver/Boulder area. The Previous Owner replaced the tool post with an aftermarket QCTP (see pics below). Few things about it: 1) It only has three tool holders, and I could use about 2 more; and 2) It's very small and appears to be less rigid than the original.

What size is this QCTP, there is no markings on it of any kind - made of anodized aluminum about 1 3/4'' on each side. If I know what size it is, I can start looking for additional tool holders.

Also, I don't want a honking big one, but I'd consider just replacing it with something a little larger and more stout - what size should I be looking for that would fit my machine? Not yet well versed in all those namings (0XA, AXA, BXA., etc..)

Edit: the compound platform with the stud is 2'' and 3/16 square.

Links would be appreciated.
 

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Might be 0XA - but links posted above will help you narrow that down. In the smaller sizes, Shars & others offer individual tool holders at reasonable prices & they come in every flavor too.

I went with BXA & ended up making my extras with a dovetail cutter from 'Randy Richards in the shop'.

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