Newbie question: I have a Rikon lathe with a 10" swing and I'm turning an 8" bowl. I'm uncomfortable presenting the gouge to the bowl as I'm hollowing as the end of the handle wants to hang up on the ways. My tool rest is about 3/4" below the centerline and I'm finding it difficult to put the bevel to the bowl. Obviously, I'm doing something wrong. Short of buying a lathe with a 16" swing , any suggestions?
TIA
Larry