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Record RPML Lathe

Hi, I am using one of the bench mounted lathes from Record, having fun learning (usually from my mistakes!)trying to get as much practice as possible turning green wood to get a 'feel' for the tools and wood. But the more I turn, the quicker I become, I run into something that bugs me.

The lathe above has bolts to adjust the toolrest and tailstock, adjusting these is becoming a chore, and I am looking for a cam/quick adjust system, does any body know of a sytem I can purchase for this lathe? (or have any ideas about adaptation), I have been onto Record but they were little help. Forgot to say I am in the UK, so Uk suppliers probably best but will buy from abroard.

Thanks in advance.

Anthony

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Anthony
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How about the ratcheting box wrenches they sell pretty much everywhere? I use one for my steady, and it's a great item. Granted, I have to pull it out from the drawer (or the shavings) rather than use as it's there, but it cuts down on clearance frustration.

SAE or metric should be available, but you're on your own for Whitworth!

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George

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William Noble

Thanks George and William, for your ideas. I have tried the Vice grip and ratchet and both make the task quicker, but I still have to reach over the workpiece to make adjustments,(if I am making sense ) and its still a pain in the butt! :). I am after something I can buy or adapt to make the changes to position from 'my' side of the lathe. Thanks for your ideas I will use them untill I manage to get a part. Thanks again. Anthony

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Anthony

in one of the metal working magazines, about a year ago, there was an article on converting the tailstock of a metal lathe in the way you wish - might be worth looking at - I think it was home shop machinist, but I'm not positive

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William Noble

Hi Anthony

You could use a cam handle, or make one (need some metal working equipment) I have link here, as to some that are available, good luck.

http://t> Thanks George and William, for your ideas. I have tried the Vice grip and

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l.vanderloo

WHOOPS WRONG ONE, SORRY

Try this one

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Have fun and take care Leo Van Der Loo

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l.vanderloo

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