My south bend 9 came with a steady rest. I'm still new to this machine and machining in general, but so far have not seen a need for it. I don't think in the future I will face anything so long I can't just do it with the chuck. What are your opinions, should I keep the steady rest or sell to recover costs?
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South Bend Steady Rest - keep or sell?
- Thread starter Dan1900
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karl
Cast Iron
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- Sep 11, 2005
Keep it! If you don't you will regret it.
Karl
Karl
manualmachinist
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I have to agree. Pretty small through hole in the spindle. A steady is an important tool for anything that won't go into the spindle. You will kick yourself later. You won't get enough out of it to make it worth selling anyway.
Blob
Hot Rolled
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Keep it for sure. I've found over the years that selling your tools is a loser, even if they're rarely used. The minute you sell it, you'll need it.
sealark37
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If you decide to sell the steady rest, take a selfie of yourself holding it in your arms. Then, you will always remember who to blame. Regards, Clark
WJ Birmingham
Cast Iron
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If it's a 9" steady rest, sell it. They're a dime a dozen. Would you take $75 shipped? LOL
