I had a Harbor Freight 7 x 12 lathe on which I changed the mandrel bearings for Timken ones, what a difference in noise level and the run out improved too.
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B
Welcome Peter,
My Myford is from 1960 and still going strong. Have a look at AJ Reeves for ideas about engines, also Stuart Models can be helpful.
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B
I have built a few Stuart Models and lots of my own design. 37 thou is hardly a hanging offence. Bore it true and make a piston to suit. A little more capacity might give you a little more oomph. Good luck
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B