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    Which Lathe?

    Hello, I'm in the market for a new lathe. I currently have an 11" Atlas. It does a good job...just a little old and tired! I'm now looking for something newer. I've thought about buying an older American Lathe to restore. However, I'm not sure if I want to get into a project like that. I use my...
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    Advice on machining PM Research 6 ½ inch flywheel (No:1Bi).

    I do have a four jaw chuck however, I dont think it'll hold the wheel and enable me to turn the outside and face it off ...and drill the center. looks like my best option is to use the arbor method. i can see how drilling the center hole first and holding the wheel by the arbor should leave me...
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    Advice on machining PM Research 6 ½ inch flywheel (No:1Bi).

    Advice on machining PM Research 6 ½ inch flywheel (No:1Bi). Hello, Has anybody machined the 6 ½ inch flywheel for PMR engine 1BI? Just wondering what your process was as I would like the wheel to run true when finished..I have a 4 inch three jaw chuck on lathe……Thanks! Stephen.
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