I am about to actually try and make something I am going to use rather than throw out
What I want to make is an arbor for my 3/8" drill chuck so I can use it in my mini lathe. I think the taper I need is a 3MT short to fit my tail stock with a threaded portion for the chuck to screw onto.
First off I was wondering if this project is deceivingly simple looking as I understand the taper has to be spot on to fit and function properly.
This seems like a simple project but I am new to all this so what end do I start with? The threaded end or the taper? Keep in mind I don't have a dog or plate so I can't turn on centers and have to use my chuck.
Any advise or tips would be appreciated.
Thanks
What I want to make is an arbor for my 3/8" drill chuck so I can use it in my mini lathe. I think the taper I need is a 3MT short to fit my tail stock with a threaded portion for the chuck to screw onto.
First off I was wondering if this project is deceivingly simple looking as I understand the taper has to be spot on to fit and function properly.
This seems like a simple project but I am new to all this so what end do I start with? The threaded end or the taper? Keep in mind I don't have a dog or plate so I can't turn on centers and have to use my chuck.
Any advise or tips would be appreciated.
Thanks