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10 x 30 Metal Lathe for Sale--Excellent Lathemaster metal lathe for the home shop. Used for hobby making model engine projects only. Includes 3 and four jaw chucks as well and steady rest and traveling rest. Also includes Phase II quick change tool post and one holder as well as complete...

If you’re looking for an alternative to the HF and want the single adjustment, you might take a look at this from Little Machine Shop. I got one a few months ago and think it’s one heck of a bargain. Link: http://littlemachineshop.com/products/product_view.php?ProductID=3385&category=...

Kermit, QCTP all the way! You will never regret it and quickly forget the money spent on it. You and I have the same lathe and you’ll have to make an adapter for the Phase II or ‘knock off’ quick change. Bob Warfiled has an excellent page on doing just that. Takes about an hour, easy to do...

For the 'store bought' kind, check Enco for the Spill Master. I’ve got a couple and think they are great! Very easy to clean out chips and refill. Here’s the link: http://www.use-enco.com/CGI/INPDFF?PMPAGE=302&PMITEM=825-0000 ---TinkerJohn---

Hey guys….Thanks for all the ideas. Kermit, I am going to take your advice and check the oil holes themselves. That may very well be what’s up since I don’t think oil is getting where it’s supposed to go. Also thanks for the lead on the Gitts oil cups; I did not realize Enco stocked them in...

I am looking for ideas to convert from the common ‘oil buttons’ (you know, the ones that don’t oil a thing!) found on the Asian machinery. I’ve attached a picture of what I am trying to replace. After some searching, I did find a post that mentioned a 10-24 tap would remove them. But, what do...

Bill, Thanks for the post. A carriage stop has been on my ‘round tuit' list for quite a while and your picture motivated me finally 'get tuit' :) I have the Lathemaster 9X30, so your idea will transfer perfectly. ---TinkerJohn---

Garry, For what it’s worth, I’ve made rings before for the Upshure engines. I got a hold of a few wheel cylinders made of some of the best turning cast iron. It was not difficult to find them in the ~one-inch sizes. I went to some brake shops and got all I could use. You may consider those...

Now, that's a great idea....That's my project for tomorrow night! ---TinkerJohn---

I may as well jump in here. I’ve been in the training business for the past 20 plus years as a Corporate Training Manager/Director or as a independent Training Development Consultant. I am currently Training Manager for a large wireless phone company. Actually I’m waiting on the next 6 years to...

Andrew, Glad to have you join us! I encourage you to start making an engine. It's a great way to learn. I actually found it an ideal way to get used to making a few mistakes along the way javascript:void(0); Here's a site a lot of folks use to get started with some simple (some more than...

Welcome aboard Stew.. Tell us more about your locomotive. Pictures?? --TinkerJohn--

Arv, Your vertical table is a great idea, simple and it works! That’s a real “Why didn’t I think of that.” --TinkerJohn--

I’ve made several small springs for IC engines. (Mostly the Upshure type). The booklet you downloaded is a great help. When making springs I’ve tried to stay as close to specs as possible. However when I’ve substituted with something next size up or down I did not notice a difference. I just...

I thought twice before posting on such an old topic, but this may save someone some time since it took me a few months to find the answer. Persistence pays (maybe?). The oddball chuck taper is a B18 and is found on drill chucks that come with some Chinese lathes. In fact, the chuck I’m working...

Mark, Welcome aboard! I suspect you’ll be making chips in no time. ---TinkerJohn---

Welcome aboard. It won't take long for the 'bug to bite'. ----TinkerJohn--- www.TinkerJohn.com

Yesterday I started on the Webster IC Engine. This will be my fourth IC Engine and look forward to completing it. True to form: I messed up the very first part I started (the base plate) by drilling the holes in the wrong place. So I get to start TWICE! :wall: ---TinkerJohn---

Kermit, Welcome aboard. I’ve got the same lathe as you. Went down to Baton Rouge to pick it up, came home, unloaded it and set it up by myself. It’s amazing what some two by fours and a come along can do when all you got is you alone! It took a couple of days from the back of the truck to the...