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    Luxcut lathe lash question

    I’m getting my newly purchased Luxcut 1136 lathe “tuned up” and so far everything is going well. The thrust bearing on the compound felt a tiny bit crunchy when winding it, which isn’t surprising since they would be the most used part of this 1978 lathe. I replaced the bearing and now it cranks...
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    Busy bee B240 mill manual

    I’m on the hunt for an owners manual for a busy bee B240 milling machine if anyone has access for one.
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    Luxcut 1136 manual

    I recently was able to scoop up a Luxcut 1136 220v lathe in very decent condition for cheap because the previous owner had partially disassembled the lathe for a thorough cleaning and he replaced the bearings, seals and belts. I am hunting for a manual for this lathe as I am interested in...
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    Poor mans milling

    I’m fairly new to machining, and I have a good working Atlas 9” lathe. As you all know, you fairly quickly realize the need to be able to do some milling, and eventually I’d love to add a Bridgeport to my shop, if I can find a good used one I can afford. In the near future, for the small...
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    Looking for a lathe

    I am looking for a metal lathe to go in my shop and be used to machine the odd part when I’m restoring old vehicles, gas pumps, coke machines, etc. Don’t mind older machines and wouldn’t mind one that needs a full cosmetic restoration. 9”-12” chuck, and 36”-54” bed would be fine. I’m in the...
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