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I agree with JEC it is from a Myford ML8 which is a wood turning lathe that has a host of attachments available for woodworking. I had one and have now passed it onto my daughter. Since Keegan is in South Africa there should be some Myford lathes around left over from the days of Empire. Best...

Welcome Wolfgang. Regards B

A big welcome Dale from the original Ipswich. Regards B

Welcome D Bowes, this is a great group. Regards B

Welcome Musterpilot, this is a great forum for a great hobby.

Welcome to the forum Trev, looks like you are set to go. Regards B

Welcome to the swarf cutters Mark Regards Brian

Welcome back Paul, sorry to hear about your leg but I am sure as an engineer you will find a way. Regards B

Welcome Paul135, looks like you are pretty well set up, I look forward to seeing your projects. Regards Brian

Greetings Mickey, welcome to the forum. Regards B

This is the tool post from my 1909 Drummond round bed lathe, as you can see it is extremely robust but does require quite a lot of set up time. It is made from cast iron.

I used to machine solid cranks (and had failures) so I now make fabricated crankshafts in a similar manner to Mr Janssen. I have never used brass or bronze for the webs but I think that bronze would be best. Regards B

Welcome Carl Regards B

Welcome Lou Regards B

Welcome Skip, I just moved away from Florida last year after 20 years of part time residency. I miss the sunshine and can do attitude of the people. Good luck B

Hello Vidar welcome to The League of Swarf Makers. Looks like you are well on your way to happiness. Regards B

Welcome Justin, Good to see a younger person getting involved Keep us posted Regards B

Welcome Yedidya, Have a look at the Stuart range of model engines, some of them are good for beginners. Regards B

Welcome Shane, your horological skills will serve you well in your new interest. Regards B

Welcome Andrew Regards B