M.B. Naegle
Diamond
- Joined
- Feb 7, 2011
- Location
- Conroe, TX USA
I'm getting a QC tool post lined up for it. We have a grab bag of Lantern-type tool posts and holders that would work well on here if I can get enough matching pieces. The QC post will get used more though.
Got some more questions for you guys:
What oils would you recommend on this lathe? Right now, I'm washing it out with a 50/50 mix of kerosene and HD32 fluid (We keep bottles of it all over the shop). Our other lathes run enclosed and pressurized lub systems, so is there anything special to use for an "open" gear box like this one.
What is the spindle thread system on these lathes? I'm going to be on the lookout for some other chuck options (back plate, 3 jaw, collet, etc.) Does the chuck spin on/off or is there a nut that I'm not seeing?
Also, how was the coolant/oil pumped originally? Was it run off of the spindle, if so, where did the pump mount?I've got the tank and I'm going to make a new screen for the chip pan. I can put a little sump pump in it for now, but I'm curious as to what is "correct".
Got some more questions for you guys:
What oils would you recommend on this lathe? Right now, I'm washing it out with a 50/50 mix of kerosene and HD32 fluid (We keep bottles of it all over the shop). Our other lathes run enclosed and pressurized lub systems, so is there anything special to use for an "open" gear box like this one.
What is the spindle thread system on these lathes? I'm going to be on the lookout for some other chuck options (back plate, 3 jaw, collet, etc.) Does the chuck spin on/off or is there a nut that I'm not seeing?
Also, how was the coolant/oil pumped originally? Was it run off of the spindle, if so, where did the pump mount?I've got the tank and I'm going to make a new screen for the chip pan. I can put a little sump pump in it for now, but I'm curious as to what is "correct".