Lathe on e-bay

[Fred in Tassie]

Hello Team

Would this be any good. Your thoughts would be appreciated.
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=12787&item=4366940994&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW

[powderpost]

Woodfast lathes are good quality. Check on recomended retail price first.
Jim

[gatiep]

MMMMMMMMM more than a Vicmarc VL175 new.............. I know which one I'll choose


:)

[smidsy]

Bear in mind that you're up for freight which would be a couple of hundred dollars plus what ever he charges for packing - on ebay seller fees are charged on the sale price excluding freight costs so many people use freight costs to pad out the sale price.

For about $3300 (less if you fight for a deal) you can get a Vicmarc 175. Sure you lose 100mm on the swing, but you get electronic variable speed, a base that looks more substantial, and a warranty - with a swivel head do you really need a 460mm swing?

I would give this thing a miss.
Cheers

[macca2]

It is my understanding that Woodfast no longer make lathes, so are spares and service going to be a problem.
Also the photo clearly shows 5 pulleys and a belt. Is this electronic speed control as advertised.

Macca

[Kris.Parker1]

Must be electric, turn it off change the belt turn it back on... ha ha

[Fred in Tassie]

Thanks everyone for your time & trouble.

Considering the circumstances I will direct my purchase towards the Vicmarc.

Best regards.

[gatiep]

Cleva Muuuuuuuuv!

:)