I’ve just recently picked up an old Delta Homecraft 46-110. The lathe came with a ¼ HP single pulley motor that seems a bit underpowered. I have a lead on a newer Delta ¾ HP motor that I would like to use instead. Thelathe has a No. 932 pulley which I would like to replicate on the motor, but I can’t seem to find that specific pulley for a reasonable price. Would any 4 step pulley of similar diameters work with minimal effect on the lathe speed,or do I need to match the diameters of the pulley on the headstock exactly?
Currently I’m only interested in spindle turning, specifically just basic tapered chair and stool legs. I’m having a hard time finding resources for that kind of work, everything seems to be bowl and more ornate spindle turning specific. Does anyone have any leads on good resources for basic leg turning profiles?