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My 8x12 is here :)
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Well, it is officially home now. Got home late so it is still in the
crate. The worst thing I can say about it so far is that it is red, but I knew that when I ordered it. Other thing is it is HEAVY, but that's gonna be a benefit later, right? IMMEDIATE HELP NEEDED: * What size tools does the tool post that comes with it use? I thought they were 1/2" but wanted to confirm. I could measure it, but I'm not at home and it is not that accessable right now. * In buying a 4-jaw chuck (from Grizzly for instance), how do I specify the mounting plate size/configuration? * Same question for the chuck itself. How do I get one that will successfully mount to my spindle (via mounting plate) ? QUICK answers to these questions would be GREATLY appreciated as I need to place an order IMMEDIATELY. :) Thanks for all your help guys * gals. Rance |
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For answers to those questions (and many more) go to
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There you can order the 4-jaw chuck along with the proper adapter plate. Then go to There you will find an extensive education about how to set up your new lathe and how to use it. Good luck with it. Let us know how you make out. --- In 7x12minilathe@..., "rancerupp" <rupps@...> wrote:
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Ward, I found the tool size from my earlier request. I'll write it
down this time. Yes, I've read extensively in mini-lathe.com. LMS has lots of info/specs but is sparse on the 8x12. Do you have an 8x12? I'm still in need of spindle thread size though. I'm realizing the 8x12 challenges over the generic 7x12's now. I still think I made the right choice for me though. Still needing spindle thread size for an 8x12... Rance --- In 7x12minilathe@..., "wardwmiller" <wardmiller@...> wrote: plate. use it.
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Mike Payson
Not sure if it answers your specific questions, but there is a
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greatfature comparison of the various lathes as According to that, the 8x12 takes a "plain back bolt-on" chuck, like the 7x lathes. Whether that means that they are directly compatible or not, i'm not certain. Presumably that also meeans that the spindle is not threaded. The folks at LMS would likely know for sure. They've always been extremely helpful when I've called. Their number is (800) 981 9663. Mike On 3/23/07, rancerupp <rupps@...> wrote:
Ward, I found the tool size from my earlier request. I'll write it |
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