9 x 20 lathe compound upgrade, 4 bolt clamp

[ttmrj]

[DIYSwede]

Yet another nice job, Matty. No need for apologies when it comes to your descriptions.
BTW: -I just love the sound and motion of that shaper!

I was a bit concerned that the cross slide would bind on its gib/ dovetails when you tightened it down for the first time,
as I personally think the cross slide's longitudinal T-slots are actually weakening it, where it really should be the strongest.

One of these days I'll come around making a new, longer and somewhat thicker cross slide for my 7 x14",
with (Myford-ish) transverse T-slots for mounting the compound when threading, or a simple rigid tool holding block or milling slide.

But then, as you said - many other jobs to take on at work and in the family home...

Cheers
Johan

[DIYer]

Thanks ttmrj! We've added your Lathe Compound Upgrade to our Lathe Accessories category,
as well as to your builder page: ttmrj's Homemade Tools. Your receipt:

Lathe Compound Upgrade by ttmrj

tags: lathe

[Crusty]

That works similar to a Pitkin Donut but the base has even more area for a more rigid compound. I made a donut for my 9x19 as my first project and I've been completely happy with it and it was much easier to make than any of the four bolt solutions that are the rave of the interwebs. I know you'll be proud of and happy with that project.

Donut Compound Mount for the 9X20 Lathe.pdf

[TrickieDickie]

Well done sir

[Altair]

Thanks Crusty! We've added your Compound Slide Donut Base to our Lathe Accessories category,
as well as to your builder page: Crusty's Homemade Tools. Your receipt:

Compound Slide Donut Base by Crusty

tags: base, cross slide