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  1. I didn't see this in the other responses. Stuart...

    I didn't see this in the other responses.
    Stuart Batty has some good videos on Vimeo,
    This one concerns spirals.... adjust your lathe rpm or your feed rate.
    https://vimeo.com/54043311
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    Like most of the others I use hex head sheet...

    Like most of the others I use hex head sheet metal screws (#12). Same screws for over 10 years and never had one break or strip.
    I predrill in dry wood but just drive them in in wet.
    Little...
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    1+ on what Richard said. If you go to the Sorby...

    1+ on what Richard said.
    If you go to the Sorby site it tells (shows-video) you how to sharpen them.
    Basically hold the cutter to scrap wood on the lathe so that it turns and touch up with a...
  4. For folks without a large cone for the tailstock,...

    For folks without a large cone for the tailstock, like myself.
    Yours is easier if you do have a cone.

    Here is a possible solution for the center. Yes, I know, I inserted from the wrong size when...
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    Not having used the Titan I think the Supernova2...

    Not having used the Titan I think the Supernova2 would do anything you may want. If you want to turn huge hollow forms or bowls (22"+) then you may want the Titan. The SN2 weighs 5+ lbs and the...
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    Only my perspective... Remove the standard jaws...

    Only my perspective...
    Remove the standard jaws on the chuck and replace with the cole jaws. Then probably have to move the bumpers on the cole jaws to fit the item.
    Some folks do use painters...
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    The G3 should handle anything your lathe will. I...

    The G3 should handle anything your lathe will. I have seven chucks, four are G3's.
    For what I do I would suggest this package on Amazon ($155).
    I do have the cole jaws as in your listing. Came...
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    My daughter has one and has had no problems with...

    My daughter has one and has had no problems with the belt. Hers is one of the original ones... I thought it was about 5 years now but maybe it is 7; time flies.
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    Instead of any plastic I use a washer (thrust...

    Instead of any plastic I use a washer (thrust bearing washer) instead. I believe they are ground to .005, good enough for me.
    For the chuck to get stuck the washer would have to "stick" to the...
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    Most benefit from attaching. I saw a youtuber...

    Most benefit from attaching. I saw a youtuber who ran a strap over the bed next to the headstock. It did not interfere with anything.
    Given you want the lathe as close to the front edge as...
  11. Thread: Buffing?

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    Take with a grain or shaker or salt. JMO The...

    Take with a grain or shaker or salt.
    JMO
    The two main ones are Yorkshire and Ack's. To me they both seem to about the same but I haven't used them.
    AFAIK they both say to sand to 240 or or 320. ...
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    The 50mm or 2" jaws are the same jaws. Here are...

    The 50mm or 2" jaws are the same jaws.
    Here are charts for their jaws in inches and another in mm.
    ...
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    Use any way you wish John. I first posted it...

    Use any way you wish John. I first posted it about 8 years ago, on here I think.

    Sorry for the delay, not able to get on for a few days.
    Mike
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    I agree with William C. on this. Per the...

    I agree with William C. on this.
    Per the instructions (page 13). DO NOT CUT A RECESS FOR THE LIP TO FIT INTO, AS THIS WILL REDUCE GRIPPING POWER ...
  15. I would use the high speed for spindle work. It...

    I would use the high speed for spindle work. It should provide a very acceptable range. I purchased the Comet II about six years ago for my daughter but I do not know how often she changes ranges. ...
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    I always used the nail on type as in this search....

    I always used the nail on type as in this search. They last a long time and when worn pry them off and nail on new ones.
    https://www.amazon.com/s?k=anti+sliding+felt+pad+chair&i=tools&ref=nb_sb_noss
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    I use a friction drive held in my chuck. I have...

    I use a friction drive held in my chuck. I have about six to fit different size jaws and different diameters of the base. I try to have the drive "about" the same size as the base will be so that...
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    If you are talking about the red fuzz it is...

    If you are talking about the red fuzz it is normally turned away. About the same texture as velvet in a jewelry box. I usually have about 1.5 -2 diameter after it is turned away but it can vary...
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    In the short run, if you have a drill press check...

    In the short run, if you have a drill press check it. The ones I have had use a 2MT taper. Easy enough to tap out and move to the lathe and they always re-seat in the drill press with no problem. ...
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    Doesn't hurt to look. Here is a nice Rose...

    Doesn't hurt to look.

    Here is a nice Rose Engine from an auction a few years back.
    https://www.skinnerinc.com/auctions/2623M/lots/232
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    Are you looking for 201? This was posted a...

    Are you looking for 201?
    This was posted a couple of days ago. Have one yet?
    https://sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?271162-New-Tools-and-Techniques-Video&highlight=russian

    If not this guy has...
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    It appears it may be somewhat due to stance and...

    It appears it may be somewhat due to stance and forcing the tool a bit from the ridges. Feet position and body movement makes a huge difference. It does look like the grain direction may make it...
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    I don't know if you have a chainsaw or if you...

    I don't know if you have a chainsaw or if you only want dry.
    If you have a chainsaw keep an eye on Craigslist under the "free stuff" category. I just checked Greensboro and there are 18 listings...
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    I only have one so I am not proficient in its use...

    I only have one so I am not proficient in its use but when I converted a Crown 1.5" wide into one I followed the lead of many.
    Mine is "about" 63° (somewhere between 60 and 66°). It has the same...
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    Thanks for the offer but I guess when I redrew it...

    Thanks for the offer but I guess when I redrew it I deleted the correct one. I have now deleted all of them so that should solve my memory problem and keep me from posting inaccurate data.

    You...
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