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  1. 19th October 2023, 10:49 PM #1
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    Default Hello all - New to wood turning

    Hello,

    I am new to wood turning and have been looking a second hand Tough wood lathe.

    I realise they are quite old, but they look to be very robust.

    Does anyone know if there are any manuals available?

    Regards,
    Alan
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    I have a vicmarc VL200 forsale over in the marketplace of the forum , they’re about as tough as you can get in Aus

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    G'Day & Welcome to a top forum "Alan"....
    There are a stack members around Melbourne and cross Victoria plus the rest of the country.....
    You'll find a heap of helpful & knowledgeable blokes & ladies on the forum and for most very willing to assist.
    Make sure you show off your handiwork as everyone loves a photo, especially WIP [Work In Progress] photos with build notes.
    Enjoy the forum.
    Enjoy your woodwork.....
    Cheers crowie

    PS - Watch out for local Melbourne get togethers, great way to meet like minded forum members & network ...

    On your lathe question, try starting a new thread in the "turning section" to gain a wider audience and thus more answers...
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    welcome aboard
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    Welcome.
    If you need a good dust extractor, I have 3 twin bag 3hp unit for sale.
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