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| Shepherduke:
Has anyone any advice for the tuning and stting up of a new lathe please? All advice gratefully received. Shepherduke |
| bogstandard:
Hi Kevin, Can you tell us what model of lathe you are getting, then we will have some idea as to types of gibs that are fitted, plus someone might also have the same model of lathe that they already have done all the hard work on. Almost each different model of lathe has quirky bits on it. If you can, beforehand, get yourself some slideway oil and some general purpose lube. Oil is a lot cheaper than replacing worn out parts. A 1litre bottle of each should last you a couple of years of normal use. http://www.chronos.ltd.uk/acatalog/Chronos_Catalogue_Oils__Lubricants___Adhesives_etc_124.html John |
| dsquire:
Shepherduke Welcome to MadModder. If you could tell us the brand and model of the lathe I am sure that others with the same or similar lathe will be glad to help you as to what to watch out for etc. Reading the manual would be a good first step although most times they are of little use. A good cleaning of old or shipping grease is a good start. A couple of pictures of your lathe would be a good start to get acquainted with the gang here at MadModder. :D :D Cheers :beer: Don |
| Shepherduke:
Sorry John and Don, , my previous answer seems to have got lost. The lathe is a 7x14 model made by Real Bull, which it seems is the basic "chassis" of several well known lathes which have been re-badged in various guises. I can't send a photgraph yet as I haven't received the lathe, but like the Scouts motto, I wanted to "Be Prepared"! Thanks for answering, I'm hoping to learn quite a lot on this forum. Kevin |
| John Hill:
Hi Kevin Is this the one? Quite a story on getting and setting on up at: http://www.mini-lathe.com/Mini_lathe/Reviews/Big_dog/bigdog2.htm |
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