Mystery lathe, for real

[Downwindtracker2]

I have never found a used nut that required a pin spanner that wasn't buggered up.

 

[140mower]

So, I'm going with idea that a job shop did it.

I am going to echo that sentiment. In a job shop it's just a tool, if it is working it makes money, if it is not, then fix it in a hurry and get back making money or replace it with something that will. Resale value isn't a consideration.....

 

[skippyelwell]

I am going to echo that sentiment. In a job shop it's just a tool, if it is working it makes money, if it is not, then fix it in a hurry and get back making money or replace it with something that will. Resale value isn't a consideration.....

The guy with the punch and hammer strikes again only this time it's the housing for the main spindle taper roller bearing that is being wacked at. "Every time I hit it it spins so I'll just keep hitting until something happens"
Luckily he didn't harm the bearing, it still spins smoothly. Apparently the replacement bearings are silly expensive so hoping I can reuse them.

In order to remove the centre shaft I'd have to sacrifice one of the end bushings, they are in good shape so I think I'll just have to leave it in place and work around it.

 

[skippyelwell]

I just looked up the prices for the front and back bearings, $3,200.00 usd for the pair.

 

[Susquatch]

I just looked up the prices for the front and back bearings, $3,200.00 usd for the pair.

At that price, I'd be looking for a parts lathe......

 

[Dan Dubeau]

If your luck is anything like mine, the parts machine will have the same worn out parts as mine lol.

 

[skippyelwell]

I've been beavering away at the Bantam, most of the 1/4" ball oilers got mashed up when removing them so ordered these brass 9mm ball oilers instead.
Headstock is back together, the gear train rotates smoothly. Almost finished the drawers for the base, still need to find some handles.
Once I get it up and running I'll do some test pieces on the Bantam and the SM10 and see how they turn out, would love to have two working lathes but there just isn't the space.

 

[Susquatch]

Headstock is back together, the gear train rotates smoothly. Almost finished the drawers for the base, still need to find some handles.

I love the deep blue!

 

[jorogi]

would love to have two working lathes but there just isn't the space.

Just mask it off again and respray a lighter blue grey and I can help you out with your space issue.

 

[philipFROM-PNW]

Is there any Colchester groups you know if and recommend? I saw one on FB based out of the UK but they wouldn’t let me join from Canada.
Thanks, Mark

They even let me join here, and I am from South of the Border, The Washington Border!

philip, from the Great Pacific NorthWET, Oregon, USA

 

[philipFROM-PNW]

I made my own Colchester wiper set from the heavy felt from Lee Valley. I like that they deposit a slight film of way oil as you work.
Screw nuts will be a challenge for sure!

We South of the Border types absolutely love Lee Valley for their extra ordinary tool, I bought an "Odd Job" that they copied from Stanley, a great addition for my wood workers needs!

philip, from the Great Pacific NorthWET, Oregon, USA

 

[140mower]

They even let me join here, and I am from South of the Border, The Washington Border!

philip, from the Great Pacific NorthWET, Oregon, USA

Remember.....we talked about this, that is supposed to be a secret..........Now you know why we didn't show you the handshake....


J/k.....

 

[skippyelwell]

I got the saddle completed today, the gibs adjusted, feels great.
I thought I might even get the machine spinning but as I was installing the lead screw I realized I had completely over looked the bushing and badly worn lead screw shaft that spins in it.
The lead screw shaft was 5/8" in dia. hopefully turning it down to 9/16" will remove all the scarring, I ordered a 1/2" ID bushing so I can bore it out to whatever size the shaft ends up being.

Now I just have to find someone with a lathe that has a spindle bore of 1 1/8" or larger, the lead screw is 1/16" too wide to fit either lathe, what a pain in the butt.

 

[Susquatch]

Now I just have to find someone with a lathe that has a spindle bore of 1 1/8" or larger, the lead screw is 1/16" too wide to fit either lathe, what a pain in the butt.

You and I met on Saturday. My spindle will accommodate your needs. You are welcome to visit and I bet we can accommodate you.

No eating off the floor here though......

 

[Martin w]

I got the saddle completed today, the gibs adjusted, feels great.
I thought I might even get the machine spinning but as I was installing the lead screw I realized I had completely over looked the bushing and badly worn lead screw shaft that spins in it.
The lead screw shaft was 5/8" in dia. hopefully turning it down to 9/16" will remove all the scarring, I ordered a 1/2" ID bushing so I can bore it out to whatever size the shaft ends up being.

Now I just have to find someone with a lathe that has a spindle bore of 1 1/8" or larger, the lead screw is 1/16" too wide to fit either lathe, what a pain in the butt.

I am probably 1-1/2-2 hours from you, but you are welcome to use my lathe as well.
Martin

 

[Chicken lights]

Remember.....we talked about this, that is supposed to be a secret..........Now you know why we didn't show you the handshake....


J/k..... View attachment 63831

If we can get Susquatch walking on two legs like a human.... c'mon anyone's trainable then