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latest lathe addition - oreos40 - 05-09-2015
I just finished the first run of parts on this lathe.
I added a 6" Atlas headstock 90 degrees to the original home built lathe bed. it works for shallow bowls or flatwork like plates and rosettes.
It does a nice job and the guess work is removed by using a template shown here.
Re: latest lathe addition - daddo - 03-20-2016
I've had a rosette cutter for years sitting on the shelf. The drill press just couldn't handle it- too much runout, chatter and didn't have the power, so I put it away.
I started looking to see who had a better way and ran across the idea of using the metal lathe instead like your post here.
So I mounted the stock in the lathe and went to town. Takes only 8 seconds to cut this way with no chatter and plenty of power.
I can whip these out by the dozens now.
Re: latest lathe addition - Arlin Eastman - 03-20-2016
Roger
You are always coming up with something neat. If I knew I could make money making rosettes I would make them but I also know I would properly not keep up with demand.
I am still looking forward to getting a tailstock mod that you make with a lever.
Arlin
Re: latest lathe addition - oreos40 - 03-20-2016
Arlin! I need the dimensions of your tailstock to do it. or bring it with you and come for a visit!
Re: latest lathe addition - oreos40 - 03-20-2016
Ahhh! Another cheater using a metal lathe for wood but you cant charge as much cause they aren't made by hand lol.
Looks great!!
Re: latest lathe addition - iclark - 03-20-2016
oreos40 said:
Arlin! I need the dimensions of your tailstock to do it. or bring it with you and come for a visit!
Okay, made me ask.
What is the latest mod?
Re: latest lathe addition - Arlin Eastman - 03-20-2016
Roger
What measurements do you need and I will PM them to you.
Ivan
The mod is instead of a wheel on the back of the tail stock it is a lever to do so and he made a nice one for his lathe. It is fast and make a strong clamp into the wood and then it can be locked in.
It seems Roger is always doing something neat.
Arlin
Re: latest lathe addition - iclark - 03-20-2016
Arlin,
Thanks for the explanation.
Ivan
Re: latest lathe addition - Herebrooks - 03-21-2016
Bullseye!!!