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lamestllama
22nd Feb 2018, 11:24 PM
I am looking for a set of standard change gears and a quadrant for a Mk1 Colchester Bantam and also most importantly a tailstock to suit one. Centre height is around 5.6" So also I may be interested in something that can be made to fit.

Thanks in advance.

Grahame Collins
23rd Feb 2018, 12:40 AM
Maybe these blokes.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/services/other-services/other/auction-677788595.htm

Grahame

caskwarrior
23rd Feb 2018, 07:37 AM
Did you buy that red one on gumtree? What dp are the changewheels do you know? Any parts prices from the real 600 group are going to make you cry, but they are going to be your only hope for a quadrant although someone here can probably supply dimensions at least.

caskwarrior
23rd Feb 2018, 07:39 AM
Although that link Grahame posted actually looks useful.

lamestllama
23rd Feb 2018, 08:33 AM
Did you buy that red one on gumtree? What dp are the changewheels do you know? Any parts prices from the real 600 group are going to make you cry, but they are going to be your only hope for a quadrant although someone here can probably supply dimensions at least.

Yes it is the Red one from gumtree. It was actually at Torrens Island power station. The quadrant looks pretty straightforward to make from plate if I had the dimensions. Knock of gears are available from RDG in the Uk. The tailstock is the real worry. Probably will need to modify something from a similar sized lathe.

lamestllama
23rd Feb 2018, 08:38 AM
Did you buy that red one on gumtree? What dp are the changewheels do you know? Any parts prices from the real 600 group are going to make you cry, but they are going to be your only hope for a quadrant although someone here can probably supply dimensions at least.

And for those that missed it here are some pictures, I haven't picked it up and probably won't until the week after next to give me a chance to finish messing with my tool and cutter grinder:-


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KBs PensNmore
23rd Feb 2018, 04:15 PM
How many "Projects" does that one make now ???? Looks like I'll have tohurry up with the shed extension/clean out!!
Kryn

lamestllama
23rd Feb 2018, 05:39 PM
How many "Projects" does that one make now ???? Looks like I'll have tohurry up with the shed extension/clean out!!
Kryn
A few but at that money I couldn't not have it, especially since the ways have no visible wear.

jhovel
11th Mar 2018, 03:00 PM
This Tailstock might suit you:
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This is in response to your PM.