Recent content by Gauge3

For those who don't know what an 'EW Lathe' looks like - here it is. And I've also just done a test cut to check the between centres set-up. Next will be some sort of 'H' shaped contraption to hold the countershaft. Oh, and to answer the other question - I simply used the guide to position the...

Hi Sam - yes I completely agree about "picture worth" etc and it is something that I find particularly useful. I don't normally have a camera handy in the workshop but I have 're-staged' the set-up to help explain it a bit better. The bar was about 10"long by the way...

Well, a couple of weeks ago, the old machine orphanage I operate gained some new children. As usual, I wasn’t planning on buying anything but a visit to a tool dealer uncovered an EW (2.5”) lathe in very good condition. It came with 3 & 4 jaw chucks, faceplate, boring table and vertical slide...

Well, for once I feel I have some useful advice Chillbilly. Never mind any "Principles" - there is only one principle to stick to here. Stay in paid work! Find another job first and then tell 'em to stick it! Regards, G3

Hallo everyone, Just found this site and already seen quite a few things of interest. I clearly am not in the same 'skill' league as some of you who are posting here and I think it's true to say my "Shed" has grown more like Topsy, rather than under any grand design. I guess my metal bashing...

Is that your new Chester Lathe Bogs? What do you think so far. My old Myford S7 may be due replacement before too long. And can you provide the detail on that long reach parting tool (sourced from etc)? Ian