Perform CCL - is this a good first lathe?
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currently on offer... limited stock but reputable supplier, at that price it's a snip and should hold you for a year or two :wink:
Hi Paul.
It's a lot of lathe for the money. Quite a few forum members have, or have had one and they say that the only thing is to make sure you keep the sliding pulleys clean and lubricated. Not with oil, use a dry lubricant.
It's a lot of lathe for the money. Quite a few forum members have, or have had one and they say that the only thing is to make sure you keep the sliding pulleys clean and lubricated. Not with oil, use a dry lubricant.
CHJ
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PAC":3e1gxo3l said:
That's the type, use for the main headstock shaft and actuating collar, no problem if you get it on the sliding faces of the pulleys and belt.
Make sure the motor shaft is greased to lubricate the bottom spring loaded pulley shaft.
Dependant on use I would recommend vacuuming out the pulley housing and lubricating about once a month.
The first belt may not last too long while the pulleys are polishing themselves and you get used to changing speeds with the machine rotating (by hand is enough) so get at least one spare, after that even with everyday use they should last 12month or so..
I think you will find the manual recommends The PTFE DON'T use Silicone, if it migrates onto your woodwork then finishes will not adhere.
I would say it is a hobby level lathe. The motor isn't that powerful and it looks a little lightweight. Go for the best you can afford and to look at a classic second had machine and you may get a load of other kit as well.
