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Originally Posted by truckster
I welded an extension onto the existing lathe bed to accommodate the slightly longer lathe. I have it aligned and leveled. It took me some practice to get proper geometry on my cutting tools. I think I've got a pretty decent finish now.
I think my next project will be a tailstock die holder. I still need to get a 4-jaw chuck, but I haven't gotten that far yet. I'll probably also order a set of change gears so I can do some threading, but, aside from some advice, I don't know of anything else I would need.
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Nice work on extension
Finish looks great. WD-40 is the best lubricate for aluminum.
I use a 4 jaw all the time to dial parts in to the 0.0005 range (when I can).
Once you get your 4 jaw and get used to it.
I suggest getting a 5C Collet Block Set.
Then buy a set of 5C Collets
I buy alot of stuff from CDCO machinery.
Shars on ebay is also a good source to skip the shipping charge.