The Home Machinist!

I may sell the extra Carriage to help with the cost of rebuilding the Lathe. I have already found the lead screw, Apron Power Cross Feed Assembly, Back Gear Spindle Step Pulley, 32T Tooth Spindle Gear, all for less than $200.00 I' want to thank everyone for their advice and encouragement with my pro...

Hey John here are the photos you asked for.
http://s276.photobucket.com/user/oakdus ... as%20Lathe

The motors are only 1/4 hp...But I have a 1 hp laying around here

what are your thoughts on installing a Tumbler on this with the shaft sticking out. and do I need to use the transformer.




http://s276.photobucket.com/user/oakdus ... as%20Lathe

Sounds like a good idea

I appreciate your advice John, but I am going to muddle through with it. I really am wanting to learn how they work and learn how to k=make parts for go-karts.
So what are your thoughts on installing a Tumbler on this with the shaft sticking out. and do I need to use the transformer.

Can I install a Tumbler on this with the shaft sticking out. and do I need to use the transformer. I know I need a Spindle Gear and I found a Back Gear Spindle Step Pulley that I think I can install on the main shaft. I added a link to photo bucket. http://s276.photobucket.com/user/oakdust/library/A...

Geee baddog thanks for the invite but Phoenix is a little far from WV. But if I am ever in the area I'll be sure to stop by.

I agree John,,,,The fun is in the build

Thanks RN

Thanks everyone

Bought it dirt cheap, now I need to change it over to a regular lathe. Currently the lathe is setup to make drums for printing presses. Not for metal turning. One carriage moves to the right while the other moves left. Has anyone ever seen one like this or used it. Any help on locating parts for it ...