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22nd October 2013, 11:55 PM #1
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Hi. My Wolfenden Lathe led me here!
Hi all. I'm brand new here but have been constantly updated by many of you in my quest to get machinery together. Years ago I was a fitter/machinist but have developed a fascination in working with timber. Unfortunately, I know very little about it. Many thanks for the plethora of advice and information members have provided to me without even knowing it. Anyway, a few days ago I got hold of a Charles Wolfenden lathe. It's an extremely solid old unit but not without fault. A crack in one of the bearing caps has been repaired, but the spindle still doesn't seem to run quite true so there's a slight shudder. I don't have a dial indicator handy so can't tell if the spindle's bent. Also, one side of the bed is I section while the other is box. The height seems ok but I'm aware it detracts from the overall look of the machine. A fella on this sight named L.S. Barker provided loads of information about the Wolfenden brothers which probably tipped me towards making the $200 purchase. Thanks for an excellent blog. I've attached some photos (which seems to be a standard requirement on here from what I gather. Hope I haven't gone overboard) and look forward to any comments or advice. The shell bearings are in average condition and I got a heap of chisels and adaptors thrown in. Now all I need to do is learn how to turn timber. Cheers! David.
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23rd October 2013, 07:50 AM #2
Gidday David, welcome aboard and may your jouney with us be a pleasant one. You have come to the right place to get that beautiful old work horse back to its former glory, good luck with the project.
Regards Rumnut.
SimplyWoodwork
Qld. Australia.
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23rd October 2013, 09:52 AM #3
G'Day & Welcome to a top forum "David".
There are members on the forum from all across Australia & the world..
Sorry I'm not a turner so can't help on your questions; maybe a specific post in the turning section.
You'll find a heap of helpful & knowledgeable blokes & ladies on the forum and for most very willing to assist.
Keep the photos coming and make sure you show off your handiwork as everyone loves a photo, especially WIP photos with build notes.
Enjoy the forum.
Enjoy your woodwork/turning.
Cheers crowie
PS - May I suggest you add your location for local network support.....
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23rd October 2013, 10:09 AM #4
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Hello David and welcome to the forum.
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23rd October 2013, 06:35 PM #5
Hello fellow is welcome to this forum.
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29th October 2013, 03:56 PM #6
Welcome to the forum.
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16th November 2013, 01:32 PM #7
Hi David and welcome to the forum, I did see your lathe on Ebay and I'm glad it has gone to some one as keen as your self.
looks like a great machine despite the little issues which I'm sure you'll work through.
Here's pic's of my Wolfenden Lathe when I picked it up in pieces.
Melbourne Matty.
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18th November 2013, 06:41 AM #8
welcome aboard