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Zims Rack

Zims Rack

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Question for all...

I have a Mid Size Cue Smith lathe still mounted on the board that it comes with. I'm interested in taking it to local tournaments to do cue repair. Should I build a box to transport it and my materials in or just a box for my material and use a standard table to set the lathe on? My lathe is currently anchored to my work bench with screws. Is it necessary to anchor the lathe when I go to tournaments? I'm trying to make this as light as possible and take up as little space as I can. I will primarily be doing tips, ferrules, shaft cleaning and possibly rewraps. Anything beyond that at a tournament will be brought home to be repaired there.


I have an idea of a wooden box with a removeable lid. The lid would also act as a stroage for material when removed.

Any suggestions!!!!

Zim
618-409-4175
 
Hey Zim

I use three pieces of plywood. One a little longer than the board your lathe is attached to. The other two are about seven inches wider than the board. I put a piano hindge on both sides, painted the front like a table with pockets. It folds up and fits in my Jeep. I put the lathe on top of it in the car. When I get there, I take the three sides and set it up. Then I put the lathe on it. Works great for me. I can set up and roll in two minutes.
Purdman :cool:

I will send you a picture if you are interested.
 
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Zims Rack said:
Question for all...

I have a Mid Size Cue Smith lathe still mounted on the board that it comes with. I'm interested in taking it to local tournaments to do cue repair. Should I build a box to transport it and my materials in or just a box for my material and use a standard table to set the lathe on? My lathe is currently anchored to my work bench with screws. Is it necessary to anchor the lathe when I go to tournaments? I'm trying to make this as light as possible and take up as little space as I can. I will primarily be doing tips, ferrules, shaft cleaning and possibly rewraps. Anything beyond that at a tournament will be brought home to be repaired there.


I have an idea of a wooden box with a removeable lid. The lid would also act as a stroage for material when removed.

Any suggestions!!!!

Zim
618-409-4175
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Zimmer, maybe you should wait and see my boxes. They really work well. I have them so I can roll all 4 of them in and set up within a few minutes. Two for cue-repair and two for cue-sales and displays.

You won't need 4, but I have one that breaks down with portable legs, that can fit in your car. At least you will have some good ideas on what you need to do. I think you should take your time in making up your mind, what you rerally need. I have had several differant ones over the years. I've got plenty of ideas to help you out.
see you in Oct.
blud
 
Donald A. Purdy said:
I use three pieces of plywood. One a little longer than the board your lathe is attached to. The other two are about seven inches wider than the board. I put a piano hindge on both sides, painted the front like a table with pockets. It folds up and fits in my Jeep. I put the lathe on top of it in the car. When I get there, I take the three sides and set it up. Then I put the lathe on it. Works great for me. I can set up and roll in two minutes.
Purdman :cool:

I will send you a picture if you are interested.
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Purdman, send some photos! Thanks! Did you decide if you're going to make it to Chicago or not? Sure hope so!
Zim
 
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blud said:
Zimmer, maybe you should wait and see my boxes. They really work well. I have them so I can roll all 4 of them in and set up within a few minutes. Two for cue-repair and two for cue-sales and displays.

You won't need 4, but I have one that breaks down with portable legs, that can fit in your car. At least you will have some good ideas on what you need to do. I think you should take your time in making up your mind, what you rerally need. I have had several differant ones over the years. I've got plenty of ideas to help you out.
see you in Oct.
blud
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Sounds like a plan! I have a couple of ideas in mind, I'll get them into a drawing and bring them to Chicago. Looking forward to pickin' your brain Blud!
Thanks,
Zim
 
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