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Experienced MINI LATHE users
Posted by:
Robert Balcombe
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Date: May 05, 2009 05:36PM
Those of you who have MinI lathes which model do you have? What are your pros and cons about your unite Good Wraps Bob Re: Experienced MINI LATHE users
Posted by:
John Kepka
(---.dsl.stlsmo.swbell.net)
Date: May 05, 2009 06:18PM
Whatever one you decide upon get a variable speed model. I think it is well worth the extra money. PSI Turncrafter Pro variable speed is hard to beat for the money. Check out prices on Amazon for free shipping if it is still available. I have the Turncrafter Pro to which I added the VS, and I have a small Turncrafter VS which is a much smaller 1 morse taper lathe. I use pen mandrels and bushings to turn inserts on the small lathe. It is the cost of the accessories that will eat you up not the lathe. Re: Experienced MINI LATHE users
Posted by:
Duane Richards
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Date: May 05, 2009 06:38PM
Rikon......does more for less and have come to love the bells and whistles it has over the rest.
DR Re: Experienced MINI LATHE users
Posted by:
Mike Barkley
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Date: May 06, 2009 12:02AM
I have a Turncrafter Pro variable speed and love it!! That being said, all of the better known brands (Jet, Ricon, Delta, etc) are good. I would strong suggest the bed extension, you will be glad you dod Mike (Southgate, MI) If I don't want to, I don't have to and nobody can make me (except my wife) cuz I'm RETIRED!! Re: Experienced MINI LATHE users
Posted by:
john timberlake
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Date: May 06, 2009 06:58AM
i have the jet. it is the standard most are patterned after. i have heard good things about the turncrafter and rikon. make sure you get enough bed for center boring. you will most likely need the bed extension on any for boring Re: Experienced MINI LATHE users
Posted by:
Tom Kirkman
(Moderator)
Date: May 06, 2009 10:14AM
I saw the new Steel City lathe a few weeks ago. Granite bed and headstock. Sure to be square and true, and heavy. Which is a good thing provided you don't need to move it around.
A local builder bought a Rikon and in the couple years he's had it it's given good service and no trouble. JET and Delta have both recently introduced slightly larger versions of their original midi-lathes. A little more bed length and a little more swing. ............... Re: Experienced MINI LATHE users
Posted by:
Ed Kindervater
(---.co.chesterfield.va.us)
Date: May 06, 2009 04:21PM
I second the Rikon great lathe for the money, the only bad thing is turning is more addicting than rod building. Re: Experienced MINI LATHE users
Posted by:
Jim Gamble
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Date: May 06, 2009 04:52PM
I bought a Jet 1220 earlier this year. I have nothing but nice things to say about it. Well built, heavy (no walking), integrated light, 20" between centers, very easy belt adjustments, 3/4 hp motor AND only $400.
I actually haven't found ANY cons to the purchase. It really suits my needs and works flawlessly. The best feature might very well be the 3/4 hp motor ... it REALLY makes for some smooth cutting. Re: Experienced MINI LATHE users
Posted by:
Robert Balcombe
(---.rb.gh.centurytel.net)
Date: May 07, 2009 02:47AM
Thanks to all for your input Good Wraps Bob Sorry, only registered users may post in this forum.
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