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    Kant Twist Clamps

    I have a fair few clamps, but not many machinist clamps. So - why not build some?

    I'll be following some excellent plans I bought from Doug Gray. His online shop is here:...
  2. Out with the old, in with the ... old?

    Hi all.

    I've been running a 1960s Premo lathe made in Australia, and around a year ago bought a 1990s Taiwanese lathe with a bit more capacity, my measurement unit of choice, a few more features,...
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    My fly cutter build

    Hi folks,

    Here is a fly cutter that I just recently completed, made from 75mm diameter 1045 steel round bar, and it takes a 12mm DCMT/DCGT insert.

    I am very pleased with how it works.
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    Hi Kryn, Thanks for the compliment! It's an...

    Hi Kryn,

    Thanks for the compliment!

    It's an old GMC motor that I bought from a friend a while back. 1hp, 1440rpm, single phase. I don't know for sure how old it is - but it's quite old. It does...
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    Belt grinder build (on a budget)

    Hi Folks,

    If you like machining and fabricating you might enjoy my latest build video - my rendition of Jeremy Schmidt's 2x72 belt grinder build:

    https://youtu.be/mRlDBfHnCko

    Cheers,...
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    From rust, to t-nuts

    I rustled up some quick t-nuts from some very rusty scrap steel. I also made a video about it:

    https://youtu.be/Srk3br5acBk

    Let me know if you have any questions/comments?

    Cheers,
    Craig
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    I just went and measured my dummy spindle nose....

    I just went and measured my dummy spindle nose. Definitely 2.25" X 6tpi. Not 2.5" as I previously mentioned (apologies).

    Certainly don't turn it down to 1 5/8", or you may be turning fresh air!
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    The bearings are class 3 timken roller bearings...

    The bearings are class 3 timken roller bearings and will be very expensive to replace. I'd be surprised if they need replacing.. I'd machine the backplate off just like pipeclay said. Just turn it...
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    In addition to the last post, I noticed that the...

    In addition to the last post, I noticed that the standard premo threading charts on the machine left out some fairly desireable thread pitches (I guess lack of space on the metal thread charts). I...
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    Hi Zac, I have a pair of 6"/150mm chucks for...

    Hi Zac,

    I have a pair of 6"/150mm chucks for my lathe: a 3 jaw and a 4 jaw. The backplates for my chucks stay with the chucks, and I disconnect the backplate from the spindle. That connection is a...
  11. Hi Col, I'd like to buy the depth mic if it is...

    Hi Col,

    I'd like to buy the depth mic if it is still available?

    I would need it to be posted to Tassie please, but that shouldn't cost a lot.

    Thanks,
    Craig

    Sent from my HUAWEI TAG-L22...
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    I've just heard back from Tony Griffiths in the...

    I've just heard back from Tony Griffiths in the UK with the answers to my lubrication questions. He's got a copy of the manual there, and I said I'd be happy to buy a copy if it explains how to look...
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    Thanks for those pictures morrisman, they serve...

    Thanks for those pictures morrisman, they serve to show how different these headstocks are. For one, Mine doesn't have the grease nipples yours has. Also - My power input shaft is under my backgear...
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    Thanks Morrisman, I'm yet to install the...

    Thanks Morrisman, I'm yet to install the levelling feet and get the thing levelled in its proper location, but when I do - headstock and tailstock alignment are next on the list. Hopefully I don't...
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    Thanks Morrisman, I will watch out for both those...

    Thanks Morrisman, I will watch out for both those issues.

    One of the early things I want to do is strip down and clean all the working parts of the apron and saddle. It's clearly in need of a...
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    Premo Mk3 lathe lubrication

    Hi,

    I've just purchased a Premo Mk3 lathe (with the boxy looking headstock - also sold as a "Veem" lathe). I'm hoping to find out some information about how to lubricate the headstock internals...
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    Hi PDW, I did indeed get the A model, with the...

    Hi PDW,

    I did indeed get the A model, with the powered crossfeed, and quick change gearbox. All gears are in good nick, and the bed shows some small amount of wear, but for the price, and the age,...
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    Hi all. Another lathe popped up on gumtree, a...

    Hi all. Another lathe popped up on gumtree, a Hercus 9" (southbend clone) that turns out is from 1951. Another poster mentioned their Hercus, and wasn't too impressed with it. I think for a novice...
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    Thanks folks for all the helpful replies. I think...

    Thanks folks for all the helpful replies. I think you've brought me back down to earth.

    I hadn't appreciated that the lead screw was missing as well as the tailstock. The ad says it comes with 3...
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    Lathe Identification

    Hi all,

    I'm generally a lurker here, but wondered if I might be able to get a little help identifying the lathe in this picture. I've been after a lathe for a while, but have a small budget. This...
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