8 discussions on InspirePoint about the Jet 1442VS: what owners asked, what went wrong, and what fixed it.
Hello all ... I am new to this group(s) but have been woodworking for over 30 years and am seeking advice about purchasing a new wood lathe I used to work with old single speed ... stationary head ... 1.5 hp Rockwell 12 inch lathe I realize...
I'm helping my brother get back into turning and he's pretty sure that the Jet mini is what he wants... His problem is that he likes the size and low noise level of the mini but sort of likes the reeves drive on my Jet 1442... but no store...
Hi, my name is John and I am new to this group. I am also new to woodturning. I would like some advice as to which chuck to buy for my Jet 14-42 lathe. Can someone give me some good advice? TIA. John
Hi everyone I have been a woodworker for nearly 40 years, mostly furniture, now I would like to try my hand at turning. I have just ordered a Jet-1442 1hp with the cast iron legs. My question is: what kind of mobile base would be best...
Hi All, I am looking for some suggestions from you experienced green wood turners on how to best cut this log and maximize the possible burl for a bowl or two or three. I know its kind of a wide open question as to what I am looking for as...
I have a Jet 1442 with the Reeves drive and it looks like the speed adjust spindle has slipped a cog. The sleeve on the spendle that actualy has the splines on it has either worn or stripped whatever held it and is now rotating rather than...