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Need help with getting power to lathe
Thanks, but no thanks. I just wanted to make sure that if I went out and spent more on a countershaft than I initially did on the lathe that I wouldn't be wasting my money. I actually like Joe Michaels ideas on constructing my own as it might help with some of the other setup I was planning on.- 4BDoc
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Need help with getting power to lathe
Thanks everyone for the advice. You have given me a good place to start with this. I'll post updates as I get it more set up, but it will probably take me some time. I'd be curious to know if anyone has any ideas on the age and/or make of the lathe. It's only a 9" swing.- 4BDoc
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- Forum: Antique Machinery and History
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Need help with getting power to lathe
Hello, I recently picked up a belt driven cast iron lathe for a very good price. The lathe is of uncertain make (pictures below). However it did not come with a countershaft to hook it up to a motor. My question then is, what is the best way to power this lathe. I would prefer to stay away from...- 4BDoc
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