The last of the lathe stuff...

Dave H (MI) · Oct 30, 2019

Things I mostly know what they are...two keyless chucks, two live centers with different configurations, a dead center with a pretty dull point and a spanner wrench of some sort. Thinking it has to do with the chuck. Also a picture of the tool post.

Not 100% sure of the use of the wrench. Not real sure what the two different designs on the live centers is for. The drill chucks are pretty much the same other than different widths on the knurled portions. The tool post looks like it holds two tools at once but not sure if there is reason other than convenience...any info appreciated. I've learned a lot posting these pictures.

moresmoke · Oct 30, 2019

The tool post is a quick change design. The holder to the right in your picture is just sitting there, not usable as it sits. But you can swap the two holders in and out without having to change the tool in the holder.

Lumbersawyer · Oct 30, 2019

The tool post has 2 dove tails at 90 degrees. The one for turning and facing is usually on the left side and the boring dove tail is in front. Your boring bar is in it's holder on the wrong side for simple boring. It should be out the other side and it faces away from you for boring. Of course there are many variations to the tooling set ups that you might use. The tool post is mostly set at 90 degrees to the spindle or slightly set off a few degrees for tool clearance depending on what tool is used.

Steve@Advance · Oct 30, 2019

Good, you already have the quick change tool holder.

It only holds one tool at a time.

Generally you set the compound to 45*. Then set one dove tail parallel with the chuck, the other toward the back.

That way you can quickly change from a cutting tool, parting tool, knurling tool, to a boring bar without having to wrench on the tool post.

You've got a good start there. Some indexable carbide tool holders and inserts will get you going.

The brazed on carbide boring bar will work if it's not broken. They are old school, do a good job, but very fragile. You always want to run the largest diameter boring bar you can fit in the hole, and keep it as short as possible. An assortment of indexable boring bars with carbide inserts should be on the radar.

Mike(NEOhio) · Oct 30, 2019

Keyless chucks, the one on the right looks like an Albrecht brand, good ones. Keeps tight on the drill shank. The spanner could be for the chuck. There are generally three styles. Does the chuck screw on or have a threaded ring to pull the chuck on to a taper? Two live centers, you'll use those a lot. And a dead center, usually go in the spindle or can go in the tailstock. You have some learning to do. Look for a copy of "HOW TO RUN A LATHE" from South Bend for the basics.

timcasbolt · Oct 30, 2019

The chucks are probably two different brands. Albrecht, Rohm, and Jacobs have ones like that. If the tool post says Aloris on it, you got the good one. There are Chinese knockoffs called Phase II that work, but are not as good.

Dave H (MI) · Oct 30, 2019

Been looking at that book on ebay.

BarryfromIA · Oct 31, 2019

People have a tendency to use to big of a drill bit in the keyless chucks and then it slips in the jaws damages the surface of the jaws. So check that and be carefull. Online book stores have lathe books for sale and you will have fun.

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