Lathemaster has a 2" mini chuck. Does anyone know what the quality is like and if they hold onto the well? I found two reviews on Amazon for a 2 1/2" one that...
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capt.eddie
capt.eddie...
Dec 5, 2011 5:40 am
Richard: You can take this to the BANK-- If Lathemaster stocks it ,it is good - Bob doesn't sell junk,and He backs every thing He sells with His word. I am...
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Richard
goldstar99026
Jan 5, 2012 7:44 pm
Well... You are right! The little 2" chuck is of very good quality. It has wonderful adapters to allow installing it, MT-2, MT-3 & a straight that allows you...
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davesmith1800
Jan 7, 2012 2:28 am
*** New calendar for 2012 calendar for 2012 http://gunsmithing.web.officelive.com/DownLoads.aspx Dave...
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dg869500
Jan 8, 2012 12:10 pm
What are you using to coat the bed ways and compound rest to help prevent rust during the more humid months? Just wondering! Donnie...
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speterson
spetersodlb
Jan 8, 2012 2:06 pm
Boeshield. Developed by Boeing. Seems to work pretty well, but it's not perfect. --Steve...
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Rob
rroll99
Jan 8, 2012 3:15 pm
I also highly recommend Boeshield I also use Vactra #2 way oil on the ways and other flat surfaces. I'm an amateur and when I started out I used Mobil One on...
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Donnie
dg869500
Jan 8, 2012 10:18 pm
Thanks for the info guys.... Donnie ... [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]...
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Rob
rroll99
Jan 9, 2012 8:42 pm
Coincidentally I came across another method last night to prevent tools from rusting. Apparently Camphor tablets slowly give off fumes that will prevent...
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speterson
spetersodlb
Jan 10, 2012 2:52 am
There is also a product known as "vci paper" which inhibits corrosion. It often comes with machine tools. Unfortunately, I've only seen it for sale in...
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J
joe1985
Jan 11, 2012 11:13 pm
I seem to be having a problem with a safety switch on my Harbor Freight 8x12 lathe. Sometimes when I start my lathe the green button under the red safety cap...
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latheturn6
Jan 14, 2012 1:22 pm
Have a HF 8x12 now. Unbelievable issues with it. Want to update to Lathemaster 9x30 but know vertualy nothing about them. Chuck looks bigger but figured I...
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whispers [HM]
whispers007spy
Jan 14, 2012 1:31 pm
a bit off-topic.. but Im curious as to the problems you had/have with the 8x? ... From: latheturn6 To: lathemaster@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, January 13,...
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capt.eddie
capt.eddie...
Jan 14, 2012 2:59 pm
Hi latheturn6-------- Thats a mouthful, Where to start ,I'll give you my feel on this equipment,Bear in mind this is my opinion and use and feel will vary by...
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speterson
spetersodlb
Jan 14, 2012 9:32 pm
Hi, I've had my Lathemaster 9x30 since late 2006. I'm pretty happy with it, but I've never used any other lathes so I'm just going by how it does what I need...
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Stephen Shyvers
sshyvers
Jan 15, 2012 1:11 am
I bought Lathemaster's 8x14 instead of the 9x30 because I didn't have the space for the larger lathe. All reviews I've read about the 9x30 have been positive....
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latheturn6
Jan 15, 2012 1:39 am
Sorry about off topic that was my first post.. To be "quick" on HF great accuracy but in short time most lubers came out took 6-months to get them, Motor...
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speterson
spetersodlb
Jan 15, 2012 2:34 am
Now you know why they call it "Harbor Fright". Geesh. Just went out and measured: 19" deep (front-back), 51" wide, about 19" high. I made a bench for mine that...
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latheturn6
Jan 15, 2012 7:45 am
Thanks for all the great info...Nice web site! You people are Great!...
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David Rysdam
david@...
Jan 15, 2012 1:19 pm
... This is the reason for my upcoming purchase as well. Plus, I don't think I need the 9x size. (I'm more into model engineering than full-size engineering). ...
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speterson
spetersodlb
Jan 15, 2012 2:11 pm
Oh boy, this does open a can of worms :-) I'm no expert on Chinese products or the QC practices of various vendors. What I *can* say is that LMS seems to...
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Rick Gallus
rtgallus
Jan 15, 2012 2:25 pm
David: I have a HF 8X12 and it worked just fine right out of the box. I use it on a regular basis and have had no problems. I have had it now for...
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David Rysdam
david@...
Jan 15, 2012 3:42 pm
... I should hasten to add that I have no doubt about LMS's quality. From 3rd party descriptions, they are very good too. Like the belt drive vs geared drive...
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whispers [HM]
whispers007spy
Jan 15, 2012 4:32 pm
ditto on this. my 8x was my first lathe.. I had never seen the 7x's in person..until a 7x10 was in stock/on shelf at my local HF.. I almost laughed/choked at...
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latheturn6
Jan 15, 2012 5:47 pm
I agree the different companies have diferent QC and this could be a huge issue in my favor. I surely hope that correct. The pics I see of the 9x30 are scarey...
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kreutz55
Jan 17, 2012 8:41 pm
There is a product I use on my micro-mill, lathe and table saw it is a liquid called "Penetrol";, never had rust again after cleaning, polishing and applying it...
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winnipeg_bill
Jan 26, 2012 10:40 pm
Looking for a quick change tool post that installs fairly easily and a milling attachment. Who are the best sources for these? Thanks Bill...
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capt.eddie
capt.eddie...
Jan 26, 2012 11:06 pm
Lathemaster stocks both-- Give Bob an "e" mail for his catalog ... From: winnipeg_bill To: lathemaster@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, January 26, 2012 4:40 PM...
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William Francis
AgentAnarchy33
Jan 27, 2012 10:57 pm
I've noticed that my 3 jaw self centering chuck has become (always was?) rather inaccurate. I've mostly done turning between centers so I haven't used it much,...
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capt.eddie
capt.eddie...
Jan 27, 2012 11:36 pm
.005 for a tired 3 jaw is not too shabby, My preference is a 4 Jaw,and on a 8X 12/14 a 5" will do just about any thing you will ever need to do------------- e...
