Turret Lathe refurb

[Arcstar*]

My next project. I like working on these old machines for some reason

 

[benmychree]

I had one just like it, made me lots of money, the bar feeder is a must for bar work, the 3 jaw chuck we almost never used. you need to find the splash guard for the collet nose, or fabricate one, or expect to be oil soaked from head to foot.

 

[Arcstar*]

I had one just like it, made me lots of money, the bar feeder is a must for bar work, the 3 jaw chuck we almost never used. you need to find the splash guard for the collet nose, or fabricate one, or expect to be oil soaked from head to foot.

Looking forward to working on this one. Did a quick look around on youtube but didn't see any showing the #2. I may have some questions for you on operations if you don't mind. Got the plash guard but took it off for transport.

 

[benmychree]

Happy to help out with any questions.

 

[Arcstar*]

Happy to help out with any questions.

I appreciate it. I'm definitely going to be reaching out

 

[Arcstar*]

Happy to help out with any questions.

What type of oil should I run in the head and saddle?

 

[benmychree]

In the head, an ISO 68, in the turret gearbox, Mobil Vactra #2, actually, you could use Vactra #2 in both headstock and turretThe hand pump on the turret feeds not only the gearing, but also the ram ways.