[Woodworkers] Lathe Standards

[Herb Treuil via Woodworkers]

I just picked up a vintage Ohio Forge lathe off Craigs List.  It has a #1
Morse Taper fitting for both the drive and tail ends.  After some searching
I found a company that was still selling #1 Morse Taper fittings.  Most
suppliers have moved to the #2 which is 1 inch vs 3/4 inches.

Other than a good cleaning my only other repair item was a change out the
bearing set on my drive unit which was a low speed sealed standard size and
readily available.

My unit is 30+ years old and belt driven.  I know that Ohio Forge is not a
higher end unit, but it came with a stand, 4 chisels, and a threaded head,
a long and short tool rest and a couple of centers for $50.  I later bought
a set of 8 Craftsman Professional lathe chisels on Ebay for $56 plus
shipping in the original case.  It is not a Cadillac but I  have enjoyed
the learning experience to date.

*Herb Treuil*
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