SHOPSMITH METAL LATHE CONVERSION

[paulk]

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I like this idea but I will be out a drill press.is it permanent or can you switch back?

I have a drill press very similar to yours. I love it. It would take an hour or 2 to convert back to a drill press. You can get these 10 ER machines for $10 - $300 in my locale. If you have the room I'd get a second machine. Right now I have 3. Paul

[Dztoolz]

I really like mine also.it has a little bit of slop in the Quill but I center punch everything.i like the thought of having a larger metal lathe.i have a micro lathe now.

[Nick79]

Hmmm in teresting idea, I own a 10ER Shopsmith, just sitting in the corner. Might consider this.

[carl blum]

Hello:
As a retired Tool Maker I can't help to notice the Chuck Wrench setting in the chuck. This is a big safety violation and could cause injury or damage if the lathe were turned on. I hope no one sees these pictures and think leaving the Chuck Wrench in the chuck is OK.
Thanks, Carl.

[carl blum]

Nice Job! Now please take the chuck wrench out of the chuck before it hurts someone!. Carl.