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  1. As with most woodworking tools sharpening is...

    As with most woodworking tools sharpening is critical. You can select a few carving tools. Flex cut makes some nice tools and some of those tools can be used in a power carver or a handle. Hand...
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    Dave Lancaster, who makes hundreds of bowls each...

    Dave Lancaster, who makes hundreds of bowls each year for a living, uses curved tool rests on the outside of bowls. He has a series of different size tool rests for different size bowls. I am not...
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    There are a lot of different solutions. My first...

    There are a lot of different solutions. My first solution would be to "impose" on someone with a larger lathe and turn a large bowl (or whatever) on that lathe.

    1. You may find that you really...
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    welcome to the vortex. There are several...

    welcome to the vortex.

    There are several considerations for speed with spindles.

    Generally wood species, length of spindle, angle of attack, pressure of the tailstock on the end of the spindle....
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    Maybe that is the new price for a used Jet 1642. ...

    Maybe that is the new price for a used Jet 1642. I think Rodger is working off a an old price list. That lathe goes for $2300 in the 110 volt model and $2500 for the 220 volt edition. Good...
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    I have the Oneway center and an Axminster multi...

    I have the Oneway center and an Axminster multi tip center. I use both of these live centers. There are times when the Oneway is the best and times when the Axminster is the best. I much prefer...
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    I believe it was called a kirsten cone. He is a...

    I believe it was called a kirsten cone. He is a member of a souther California club and had these made to sell to club members. They became popular and he ended up selling them to lots of folks. ...
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    The oilless pumps are noisier and they have a...

    The oilless pumps are noisier and they have a shorter life span. The oiled pumps are more selectable to contamination from sanding dust. A filter eliminate the dust problem and all systems should...
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    That pump will work fine for vacuum chucking. ...

    That pump will work fine for vacuum chucking. The price is high. I would expect a pump like that to be closer to $100. Once the vacuum is established that pump will hold fine. I am not sure about...
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    The tables look fantastic. They are so light and...

    The tables look fantastic. They are so light and airy. The grey is a terrific color.

    Could you show a picture of the feet and a picture of the connection of the uprights to the top?
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    I have found that the size and number of holes is...

    I have found that the size and number of holes is directly proportional to the thickness of the top. The thinner it is the smaller and fewer holes.

    Start with 3 small holes and see if you like...
  12. I have never used the carbide tools pointed to. ...

    I have never used the carbide tools pointed to. I have used a couple of Hunter tools from time to time. I find turning quicker and more predictable using bowl gouges. Perhaps if I had started off...
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    I have broken a couple over the years. Now when...

    I have broken a couple over the years. Now when I work larger rough cut pieces I stay closer to the middle of the tool rest. Both rests were replaced free. One was a jet mini and Woodcraft...
  14. Yes they are primarily straight across. The...

    Yes they are primarily straight across. The corners come in very handy for some cuts. This is especially true when you want to make the cut close to a feature like cutting up to a bead. I have...
  15. I have and use a variety of these tools from...

    I have and use a variety of these tools from Sorby and from Henry Taylor. They are terrific tools which give a fantastic finished surface. The bevel I have on mine are long which helps the finish...
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    Congratulations on the new lathe purchase!!! I...

    Congratulations on the new lathe purchase!!! I am sure you will have a long and joyous partnership on your turning journey,
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    In a single direction, single speed motor the...

    In a single direction, single speed motor the starting capacitor kicks the motor in the desired direction when your power it up. If the starting capacitor fails then you can turn the power on and...
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    Unfortunately the Conover lathe is 1 1/2 x 8 tpi....

    Unfortunately the Conover lathe is 1 1/2 x 8 tpi. The Axminster chucks offered through Lee Valley in the 1 1/2" spindle size are 6 tpi.
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    As usual Wally is right. The Nova line of chucks...

    As usual Wally is right. The Nova line of chucks will not adapt to a 1 1/2" spindle. The Oneway Stronghold chuck has an adaptor for the 1 1/2" adaptor for the Conover lathe. Be sure to specify...
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    Used price. Which lathe sells for more on the...

    Used price. Which lathe sells for more on the used market? That is something which tells a lot about value.
  21. THAT is one fine lathe. A lathe to last a...

    THAT is one fine lathe. A lathe to last a lifetime for sure. A lathe that can be handed down to the grandchildren (once the are grown, 30 years old or maybe 40 years old).

    The middle speed range...
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    Hot melt glue can be a good choice but as with...

    Hot melt glue can be a good choice but as with most mounting techniques there is a learning curve. Until you are comfortable that your hot melt glue method is effective for your style of woodturning...
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    There are loads of casters available which can...

    There are loads of casters available which can early support a 1000 lb lathe. Locking wheels on casters can also be done. You want to be able to balance your lathe. If your intention is to leave...
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    The coring experts, including Mike Mahony,...

    The coring experts, including Mike Mahony, indicate that thinner cores can be made from the outside in than from the inside out. I guess having the mass in the center while coring makes for a more...
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    A cheap and effective solution. 4 pieces of 1/4"...

    A cheap and effective solution. 4 pieces of 1/4" ply attached to the wall with piano hinge (or some other hinge). The plywood sides should fill the space between the wall and the back side of the...
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