I recently bought the Simple Hollowing System from HarrisonSpecialties. I really like the functionality, fit and finish of this product. I contemplated buying the Elbo from Tim Yoder, but was able to save some money on the Simple system. I used it a few times and really like it. I contemplated building my own, but decided to just buy one.
The only issue I have is the depth of hollowing. I have only been able to go in about 7" on an 8" form. I start to get terrible chatter unless I take extremely light cuts. Would buying the longer cutter be advantageous or is that just a pipe dream? I realize that the cutter is vibrating because it is not being supported well enough at that depth. Those of you who hollow deeper vessels, what do you do to combat this?
Thanks,
Steve