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Here is the first run of the Elmer's #30: Greetings AN5523

Sold it a while back.

If I suggested that to my wife, I would be single thereafter :D .

Wish I had the space for a G4003G.

Nice lathe, Richard.

Richard, which "Grizz" do you have now?

I built a reverse tumbler for this lathe to cut left handed threads. It was an easy project.

After viewing the manual of the G9972Z, it appears it may be possible to make some modifications to the drive end by changing pulleys to...

Whoa? 150 rpm? I thot my Enco at 130 was bad. For cutting threads, if you have limited space, which happens often, that speed is WAY...

Thanks, johnl. PM sent.

A lower spindle speed would be nice but it hasn’t held me back yet for turning. Concerning threading it’s usually too fast. I made a...

Thanks johnl. The only thing about the specs that bothers me with the G9972z is the low speed only going down to 150rpm. Have you run...

I have a G9972Z. It has been very useable, but like most of these lathes it is also a work in progress.

Wondering if anyone has used one or both of these 2 lathes. If so, opinions on how you like them would be appreciated.

Stephan, have you considered the Taig lathe and a Taig mill. These are smaller than the mini lathes. However, they are quite capable...