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Hi, i have a Bolton at-750 combo lathe. has 12" swing and im looking to add a quick change tool post on it.
been looking at several aloris and others but i have some questions to ask people who have a qctp.
1. should i go with one that is charted to work with 9" to 12" swing or one that is charted to go with 10" to 15" swing, since my lathe is 12 inch it seems both will work. i will say that an 8 inch chuck i bought just looks huge on this lathe, but does fit. if that gives an idea of the size
2. should i go with axa, bxa, cxa or ca. actualy still trying to figure out if that is just the wedge shape designation or what, but want to make sure i get one that i can easily and cheaply obtain tool holders, and hopefully make some of my own as well.
3. is aloris, and phase ii ok brands in your opinion? especialy since im no where near good enough to make alot of the engines ive seen posted in this forum, but i think im going to make a little finger engine soon.
any input and suggestions are appreciated
been looking at several aloris and others but i have some questions to ask people who have a qctp.
1. should i go with one that is charted to work with 9" to 12" swing or one that is charted to go with 10" to 15" swing, since my lathe is 12 inch it seems both will work. i will say that an 8 inch chuck i bought just looks huge on this lathe, but does fit. if that gives an idea of the size
2. should i go with axa, bxa, cxa or ca. actualy still trying to figure out if that is just the wedge shape designation or what, but want to make sure i get one that i can easily and cheaply obtain tool holders, and hopefully make some of my own as well.
3. is aloris, and phase ii ok brands in your opinion? especialy since im no where near good enough to make alot of the engines ive seen posted in this forum, but i think im going to make a little finger engine soon.
any input and suggestions are appreciated