gogofast
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I've been enjoying woodworking for years but never had experience with lathe. Recently, I've purchased an old used Craftsman 12" lathe in decent shape with strong motor. I've done a lot of reading and watched some videos - so, I got the basics down, but had some questions regarding chucks for turning bowls.
Here's a link to the model's manual.
https://www.manualslib.com/manual/487689/Craftsman-113-238180.html#manual
I want to replace the tailstock with live one, and also install a bowl turning chuck. I think MT1 live tailstock can be easily found online, but not sure which chuck to get. I want something around $100. The manual says the spindle is 3/4"-16, I think, but need someone to verify that for me.
The lathe came with a few faceplates with no screw holes. I'm not sure if the former owner used it to glue the wood piece straight to the plate or if it's used for some other purposes, but all the plates are without holes.
Thanks for any advice/input in advance.
Here's a link to the model's manual.
https://www.manualslib.com/manual/487689/Craftsman-113-238180.html#manual
I want to replace the tailstock with live one, and also install a bowl turning chuck. I think MT1 live tailstock can be easily found online, but not sure which chuck to get. I want something around $100. The manual says the spindle is 3/4"-16, I think, but need someone to verify that for me.
The lathe came with a few faceplates with no screw holes. I'm not sure if the former owner used it to glue the wood piece straight to the plate or if it's used for some other purposes, but all the plates are without holes.
Thanks for any advice/input in advance.