lathe modifications

well, I've completely abandoned the mini lathe idea. I've decided to build my own lathe now based on the taig model. only problem is finding a headstock that will fit the cue. any idea's? It needs to fit the taig dovetail and have a 1 3/8 spindle bore. I posted this in the machinery forum also. I found one on ebay made by brianna, but its a duel chuck model with motor included and they want 850 bucks for it. I'm looking for a headstock only.
 
D-Rock said:
well, I've completely abandoned the mini lathe idea. I've decided to build my own lathe now based on the taig model. only problem is finding a headstock that will fit the cue. any idea's? It needs to fit the taig dovetail and have a 1 3/8 spindle bore. I posted this in the machinery forum also. I found one on ebay made by brianna, but its a duel chuck model with motor included and they want 850 bucks for it. I'm looking for a headstock only.
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You'll have to either machine the chuck to fit it or buy them. Lee lists his on Ebay. You can call Chris Hightower to see if he'll sell one of his setup.
 
DavidC said:
Hi here are 2 photo's of my friends Harbor Freight lathe that he uses for doing Tips, Ferrules and cleaning

http://s247.photobucket.com/albums/gg149/davidmann007/?action=view&current=DSCN5299.jpg&newest=1


http://s247.photobucket.com/albums/gg149/davidmann007/?action=view&current=DSCN5298.jpg&newest=1

Me and a friend of mine are sharing this Photobucket Album


Dave
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DSCN5298.jpg
 
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