I like my lathe, so far, but the spindle center is just a little too high for my comfort (I'm 5'-8"). My garage floor has a slight slope downward towards the drive way, so water runs out. I am not in love with the cast iron 2-piece base/stand. I am set up to do all kinds of metal fabrication (all types welding, cutting, etc.). I am considering using some 2"x2"x0.120" wall (11 ga) square tubing to make a bench to set the lathe on (and use the cast iron pcs for other things). I can make a "frame" that is flat/square/plumb with the world, no problem. The cross members will be drilled through for 6, 1/2" bolts to secure the lathe to the top. I'll use the existing chip pan. Then I want to use 4 machine leveling feet (5/8"-11 thread x 3" base with 15-deg of play any way) to level the lathe. I think a good stiff/flat base with 4-point leveling would allow me to level the machine very precisely.
Am I chasing my tail here?
Thanks.
Am I chasing my tail here?
Thanks.