Hi Charlie,
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Nice job on yours.
Ralph's initial problem is finding a vertical surface on which to mount the motor that allow the motor shaft to be perfectly in line with the lead screw.? Hence the suggestion for belt drive which could be 1:1 and then alignment isn't as hard.
John
Ralph,Of course, it all depends upon how much torque you need, but I direct-mounted mine on my 7 x 14 mini-lathe.-- Regards,CharlieNew Jersey, USA
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