Hi All,
I'm new to the practical machinists forum and very keen on learning a little more with the help of this forum.
I recently acquired a Southbend Lathe as my first hobby lathe and a part restoration project. However, I am unsure of the model lathe i picked up. It measures approximately 400mm between centres with a bed length of approximately 900mm and currently runs a Compton 1/2 BHP motor (disconnected from the main lathe).
I would some help in confirming the model number of this lathe? as well as what parts i am missing. Based on a little research, theres not gearbox (to perform thread cutting) and no t-nut for the tool post to thread into.
My list of things I would like to do are:
1. Overall clean of the lathe
2. Inspect the gears and reoil everything
3. Upgrade tool post to a quick change
4. Figure out how best to perform thread cutting in metric if possible?
Appreciate everyones help.
Thank you.
I'm new to the practical machinists forum and very keen on learning a little more with the help of this forum.
I recently acquired a Southbend Lathe as my first hobby lathe and a part restoration project. However, I am unsure of the model lathe i picked up. It measures approximately 400mm between centres with a bed length of approximately 900mm and currently runs a Compton 1/2 BHP motor (disconnected from the main lathe).
I would some help in confirming the model number of this lathe? as well as what parts i am missing. Based on a little research, theres not gearbox (to perform thread cutting) and no t-nut for the tool post to thread into.
My list of things I would like to do are:
1. Overall clean of the lathe
2. Inspect the gears and reoil everything
3. Upgrade tool post to a quick change
4. Figure out how best to perform thread cutting in metric if possible?
Appreciate everyones help.
Thank you.