24" swing by 96" Engine lathe wanted Midwest

[MCritchley]

We're looking for a high-quality Engine lathe preferably in the Midwest with a 24" swing and at least 96" between centers. There is not a lot out on the market now, most of what I looked at has been disappointing.
Do you know of anyone getting rid of a lathe this year?

 

[bsg]

Have you looked at HGR, they have a few that might fit the bill?

Kevin

 

[MCritchley]

Yep, im looking for a nice machine. HGR is somewhat of a risk I'd rather not take.

 

[EndlessWaltz]

new or used?

 

[bsg]

Yep, im looking for a nice machine. HGR is somewhat of a risk I'd rather not take.

That they are……there’s a couple machines offsite that you may be able to see under power?

Good luck on your search.

Kevin

 

[MCritchley]

I’d prefer a good used lathe built in this country that one could still by parts for. So that leaves, Monarch, Lodge, LeBlond, and American. I know parts are expensive but you can buy them.

I looked at a few new lathes and have not been impressed. I don’t think anyone building lathes have ever turned a part that weighs over 100 pounds. The tailstocks and steady rests are complete jokes. I looked at a 24” swing Nardini that had like a 30 pound tailstock that was taller then it was long.

 

[johnoder]

L&S NOT in midwest. This is the "G" - the biggest toughest they built that year (check out the L3 spindle nose)

No affiliation

1941 Lodge & Shipley Lathe - heavy equipment - by owner - sale

1941 Lodge & Shipley Lathe Traditional metal turning lathe, has been converted to turn wood beams. Lathe runs and operates without any issues. Willing to show in operation to a serious buyer....

bozeman.craigslist.org

I'd guess the change to "wood lathe" could be as little as a suitable cutting tool

 

[DrHook]

Messaged you.

 

[RMT_Nate]

We're looking for a high-quality Engine lathe preferably in the Midwest with a 24" swing and at least 96" between centers. There is not a lot out on the market now, most of what I looked at has been disappointing.
Do you know of anyone getting rid of a lathe this year?

I work with Revolution Machine Tools in North Salt Lake. We have an Acra that might work for you.
Thanks,
Nate Crandall
[email protected]

 

[Ohio Mike]

Mark at Machine Tool Emporium in Louisville has a Kingston that will swing 30x120 inches.

 

[Machinist_max]

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/819823695842303/ - might be a bit short

http://www.howmachinery.com/fullview.cfm?ID=415 - 26 x 102" leblonde, in wisconsin rapids, decent guy, bought my 26" x 130" pacemaker from him.

My shop is up in Menomonee Falls

 

[Richard King]

Matt I am sending you an email. I have 2 good friends here in MN who sell used machinery. One Dennis Hoff used to be the President of the Used Machinery Association of America. He is also an appraiser and used to sell on online auctions. He knows all the used machine dealers in the Midwest. The other is Craig Laurich who used to be my foreman 20 years ago. He a Denny have a used machinery company in Hibbing MN now. He also sells new Acer Machines. He still scrapes too :-)

 

[MCritchley]

That they are……there’s a couple machines offsite that you may be able to see under power?

Good luck on your search.

Kevin

I took a look at those and

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/819823695842303/ - might be a bit short

http://www.howmachinery.com/fullview.cfm?ID=415 - 26 x 102" leblonde, in wisconsin rapids, decent guy, bought my 26" x 130" pacemaker from him.

My shop is up in Menomonee Falls

The Leblond is at the top of my list, i looked at it last week. Unfortunately, cold storage has taken a toll on the machine.

 

[mister honey]

A LeBlond 2516 Heavy Duty lathe would meet your requirements... 1950s-1960s vintage.

The manual shift headstock is more desirable than the servo shift in terms of maintenance and repair parts.

Mike

 

[kenton]

American Pacemaker Lathe | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for American Pacemaker Lathe at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!

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Text says 16in swing but the casting says 25x120

 

[MCritchley]

American Pacemaker Lathe | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for American Pacemaker Lathe at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!

www.ebay.com

Text says 16in swing but the casting says 25x120

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I seen that listing and noticed the same discrepancy. The paint splashed on the ways was somewhat of a turn off.

 

[Ox]

26.5 to 32" swing

Engine Lathes for sale listings - MachineTools.com

Lathes & Turning Machines - Engine Lathes for sale listings - We have 44 listings for Engine Lathes listed below. Find items by using the following search options. You can also click on the column heading to sort through the listings. For more information on an item, contact the seller directly.

www.machinetools.com

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Ox

 

[michiganbuck]

bigger than you ask but looks good.

Leblond Regal Engine Lathe - tools - by owner - sale

LEBLOND Regal 36-5 x 144 DESCRIPTION Type: Oil Field & Hollow Spindle Lathes Stock #: 7998 Serial #: 6HS 505 Year: 1970 Condition: Used - Good Description: Good condition Leblond regal "24", 36"...

chicago.craigslist.org

 

[NC Rick]

We're looking for a high-quality Engine lathe preferably in the Midwest with a 24" swing and at least 96" between centers. There is not a lot out on the market now, most of what I looked at has been disappointing.
Do you know of anyone getting rid of a lathe this year?

I have a friend in the Chicago suburban area with a large Polish lathe he would like to move. It would be a nice one. From what I recall, it is that big or bigger. Than what you are after. It will be in outstanding shape. Likely built in the late 80s. And purchased new by them. He was making 10’ long rollers for me when I worked at a different company.
you can PM me or contact me via rick(at)cogent-dynamics.com.

 

[Machinist_max]

I took a look at those and

The Leblond is at the top of my list, i looked at it last week. Unfortunately, cold storage has taken a toll on the machine.

My pacemaker had the same thing, but I will say it was rather nice, after scrubbed up. And he was willing to deal... I paid $1800, with two steadies and a follower rest, chuck ect. I did haul it myself.
The price might justify a few days day of scrubbing and polishing.