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I have used the mini-lathe for wood from time to time.? And I really do NOT like to use a metal lathe for wood. However, I make sure it is first wiped thoroughly, so it is as "dry" as possible. After

For those of you that have used your mini-lathes to turn projects from wood:? ?what precautions or preparations have you found useful, for keeping any wood sawdust or chips from making a mess of

I got it.? The bezel is actually in two pieces and I was prying on the larger part instead of just the knurled part.? They sure looked to be a single part, no seam was visible to my eye.

good luck

Right, but I'm trying to fix it.

It still works if ya zero it . I thought those 2" ones cost a fair bit more than a 1" but Shars has one for 28 bucks if ya order online , but probably another 20 bucks freight ? animal

Unfortunately, mine is like none of those.? No screws or retainers holding it on.

Not familiar with the LMS. However, I just had an older Mitutoyo apart that I bought used off ebay. The bezel and housing gets pried off - there are wire spring retainers in a groove that keep it in

Has anyone had one of the LMS 2" dial indicators apart?? I got a used one for just a few dollars and it needs a little fixing.? The needle is bent, but I can't get the front bezel off. Mike

I'm in the process of making one right now.? It'll hold an indicator or a stop for the carraige.? It clamps to the bed vee.? Not difficult to make if you have the mini-mill.? Just takes a few

I have used wood for packing on the mill table under plastic sheeting and thin metal that will be cut through on a single pass . -- Lone Tree, Colorado? ?USA

Dear Mike, Thank you. That’s an XLNT idea. David

"I am the only one doing this?" Nope, I've done it many times. With a new, experimental idea, you can't be sure it'll work at all until you make a prototype and try it. Might as well make that

Not sure if this applies to the smaller lathes , but here it is just in case . A pretty clever fix .

A number of Ted Hansen’s articles in his Minilathe book and articles in HSM use wood; like using plywood on the faceplate to screw down parts requiring odd bores, or as a protective measure when

I have use metal lathes for a lot of wood work. Foundry patterns,? replacement parts, electronics and list goes on. Does far better job than wool lathes. Dave

I suspect it is uncommon in the world of making accessories for machine tools.? But certainly not a bad idea.? What it is - is -prototyping.? When I was an Engineering Manager I promoted the notion

Substituting wood for metal can be very practical. I worked with a old machinist in my youth who told of the depression thrift days repairs of vehicle /tractor's? with wood replacement fenders, front

I think some wooden knobs might be interesting. Can't say I ever made any fixtures out of wood, although the wood mockup idea seems sound. If I'm not using metal, I tend more towards plastic but I

What is your question? Dave