Recent content by Larry H

I live in T bay also and have 618 Atlas and retired and would like exchange tips and procedures

My cross feed on the 618 has a 1/8” back lash when it touches the work. Would that mean my cross nut needs to be replced

I used to live in Lethbridge (left in 66). I’m just a novice for the 618 but got lucky at an estate sale and got all these attachments with the lathe.

I used to drive long hall for Kingsway Transport across North America and then retired now I travel once a year in my motor home for a month every year. Once I get to know some others I will visit

It can with all the tools

This is my Atlas 618 . I purchased it at an estate sale with all these attachments for $ 300. I am looking for some one to show me what they do. I live in Thunder Bay and a young 76 with a new hobby any help would be appreciated Tks.

Just joined my self and have my first lathe an Atlas 618. I am looking for some mentoring on using it

Is there anyone in Thunder Bay that can give me advise with my 618 Atlas

Tks for all the info. I did try Interciy industrial in Thunder Bay but said they couldn’t help so will check some web sites

I am looking for a quick change tool post for my Atlas 618 any suggestions would be appreciated

I am going to try fixing my 1969 Jacobsen Lawn tractor it needs some new bushings and pulleys for the hydrostatic drive. I was a stoker ( marine engineer ). Back in 66 to 69 so going to try this out. First project is making a chess set for my grandson. These are the pawns.

Just bought a Atlas 618 with se many extras can’t wait to find how to use them