Hello, this is my first post but I have lurked for a long time.
I am assembling a selection of medium sized machines for hobby, with potential for some side business income.
I am currently building a stand for my 500lb lathe, and am wondering if there are any techniques for adding rigidity to the lathe, in addition to making a rigid stand.
For example, I have seen some people adding bracing from the top of their smaller mills to the table. Would doing something like this to the middle bed of the lathe be of any benefit?
I am assembling a selection of medium sized machines for hobby, with potential for some side business income.
I am currently building a stand for my 500lb lathe, and am wondering if there are any techniques for adding rigidity to the lathe, in addition to making a rigid stand.
For example, I have seen some people adding bracing from the top of their smaller mills to the table. Would doing something like this to the middle bed of the lathe be of any benefit?