Bruce Pennell
04-08-2008, 11:17 PM
I got a Delta 46-450 last week, nice trade deal. This is my first lathe.The lathe came with;15 tools, 6 mounting plates, 8 live centers, #2 to #1 morse taper, 20 drill bits, 4 chucks, and some stuff I haven't figured out yet. He was a machinist and had just replaced all the bearings, it also came with an extra head.
I've ordered 4 DVD's to watch, tried to get a class at WoodCraft (Full) so I'll watch the DVD's. I am going to my first turning club meeting Saturday, going to join. Have watched a lot of online video's. Already made some small stuff, today a whipped out a mallet head, and handle. I haven't used a lathe in 35 plus years, feels good to let the chips fly.
I just wanted to say thanks to everyone for sharing all your information, it sure helps. Thanks Bruce:D
My first question, I was told if I remove the index wheel and large nut I can get the small nut and turn large stuff off the outside end, is that true?
I've ordered 4 DVD's to watch, tried to get a class at WoodCraft (Full) so I'll watch the DVD's. I am going to my first turning club meeting Saturday, going to join. Have watched a lot of online video's. Already made some small stuff, today a whipped out a mallet head, and handle. I haven't used a lathe in 35 plus years, feels good to let the chips fly.
I just wanted to say thanks to everyone for sharing all your information, it sure helps. Thanks Bruce:D
My first question, I was told if I remove the index wheel and large nut I can get the small nut and turn large stuff off the outside end, is that true?