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  1. Richard Tymko

    Looking for a new Lathe 12x7?

    So I just sold my Sherline 4530 lathe with a milling attachment. Now to go shopping for a bigger one, or what I consider bigger... Im looking for thoughts, feedback and suggestions on the KING CANADA 7" x 12" Mini Metal Lathes...
  2. D

    First Lathe, any tips on getting it up and running?(picture heavy)

    So after many years of wanting a metal lathe I was finally able to get one. An old Logan Model 210 lathe came up on Kijiji that was cheap so I jumped at the chance to get it. What I would love input on is tips on how to best clean and prep the unit and works-pace for use. What sort of things...
  3. N

    Metal Lathe contractor

    Looking for someone to turn metal into shape of legs for eg furniture legs. Anyone know any contractors who can do this using Mild steel? If there is such a thing.
  4. EricB

    Machine Lubrication

    Hey guys, I haven't been here in forever! My stupid phone is a piece of junk and I had to get rid of Tapatalk. Anyways, I'm finally getting my lathe back together after a year apart (I know, it's embarassing) and I'm wondering: What do you guys use for lubrication? Where do you go for...
  5. C

    Southbend cone pulley advice

    Hello all, Well I bought my first lathe - and of course I had to take it apart ( actually it did not look like it had been used for some number of years so I didn't feel comfortable running it for long without checking the condition of the internals). I have only cleaned the end gear train and...
  6. Trent ks

    Trent KS Vancouver

    Hello, I am a multidisciplinary artist based out of Vancouver. I have been blacksmithing and welding since 2010. I had the chance to use a metal lathe at my school in Montreal and since then I have wanted to acquire one of my own, as well as a mill. I have no friends who have experience with...
  7. M

    Craftex CT089

    Hi Guys, I have the Craftex CT089 13x24" metal lathe from busy bee. Im having a few issues. Firstly, the tailstock doesn't seem to want to center properly. It has an adjustment on it to move it in our out, but the issue i have it that it kind of "twists" on the bed when you apply the cam...
  8. C

    Antique lathe circa 1895

    ...on Kijiji Calgary, search for 'hendey'. I had a look, too big for me but ways still have some paint on them after being apparently being reconditioned. $1000. A chance to own a piece of history!
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