Search results

Well, as Wellman mentioned turned out to be the rotating centre in the tail stock. Wear wasn't noticable when wood was clamped between centres but when checking the centre on its own there was quite a bit of movement. Temporarily fitted a fixed centre and vibration all but gone - obviously...

I appreciate all comments as I have inherited the lathe from my father who used to take care of its up keep - I just used to turn up (no pun intended) at his workshop and use the lathe. Think I'll be busy today ! I'll post a comment once I have figured out what is wrong. Thanks, Robin

I have being using the same Record CL1 36 lathe for several years and usually turn handles from ash that are on average 18" long x 1-1/2" diameter. I have recently been experiencing a lot of vibration especially when beyond about 5" from the head stock (motor side). I have spoken to Record and...