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8th August 2011, 10:57 PM
Thread: Water lift
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Found an interesting link about the old lifts...
Found an interesting link about the old lifts raised by water pressure:Water Powered Lifts : Nostalgia Board - Melbourne, Victorian & Australian Architecture Topics
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7th August 2011, 11:35 PM
Thread: Water lift
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As usual, what seems to be a new idea, has been...
As usual, what seems to be a new idea, has been done before. The earliest type of lift in Melbourne was controlled by water pressure. Long before cables and motors.
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31st July 2011, 09:48 PM
Thread: Sheraton literature
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Sheraton literature
Refers to the larger Sheraton lathes. Not quite sure of the date, but the chuck mounts are described as D1 camlock, so must be later models.
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31st July 2011, 01:05 PM
Thread: Your Eyes Needed / Lathe search
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That sounds great Ken. In my case, I obtained the...
That sounds great Ken. In my case, I obtained the machine for the cost of scrap metal. Originally intended to make this into a wood lathe. It was not really worth restoring to a metal lathe, besides...
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28th July 2011, 10:24 PM
Thread: Your Eyes Needed / Lathe search
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I think I have a model 16, in parts. The main bed...
I think I have a model 16, in parts. The main bed is used to support a wood lathe, the rest is in storage. This has a later headstock fitted. Previously used as a lathe to repair and machine drum...
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3rd July 2011, 07:22 PM
Thread: Need Sheraton Conquest info
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Here is a parts manual for the conquest. Peter
Here is a parts manual for the conquest.
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3rd July 2011, 03:36 PM
Thread: Need Sheraton Conquest info
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I think its a bit subjective to rate any of the...
I think its a bit subjective to rate any of the better machinery, it's "what it can allow you to do" that is important. It will be accurate enough for most requirements (within its size), but keep in...
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3rd July 2011, 11:51 AM
Thread: Need Sheraton Conquest info
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The headstock was found to be in pristine...
The headstock was found to be in pristine condition, as the photo's show. I did not need to touch the gearbox or the spindle bearings, simply changed the oil.
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3rd July 2011, 12:43 AM
Thread: Need Sheraton Conquest info
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Sheraton conquest headstock
Having recently restored my conquest, I inspected inside the headstock to check the condition of the gears and any wear. The photos show a well designed and solidly constucted headstock. Three of the...
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28th June 2011, 10:38 AM
Thread: Reality check in aisle 3!
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Suggested use of heavy lathe base
This what I did with a surplas old lathe stand.
With the timber lathe mounted, dampens the vibration to a very low amount.
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28th March 2011, 11:50 PM
Thread: Sheraton Model AM Spindle removal?
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Looks like you are winning! Yes, the spindle...
Looks like you are winning! Yes, the spindle should come out quite easily. The resistance will be the fit on the bull gear and the inner bearings. I think I used a copper faced mallet without much...
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28th March 2011, 06:07 PM
Thread: Sheraton Model AM Spindle removal?
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The method you suggested is correct "in theory"....
The method you suggested is correct "in theory". The keyway should only engage the bull gear. The pulley set may have been deprived of lubrication and seized on the spindle. Suggest a good soaking of...
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27th March 2011, 11:04 PM
Thread: Sheraton Model AM Spindle removal?
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All I did was to remove the spindle assembly,...
All I did was to remove the spindle assembly, leaving the outer races intact, clean the bearings and replace. From memory, the inner bearing needed to be gently tapped back to get the correct...
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8th December 2010, 12:07 AM
Thread: cross feed screw
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These "Norman patent" type toolpost holders have...
These "Norman patent" type toolpost holders have been around since the the early 1900's.
See link: An old-design QCTP for the mini-lathe
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23rd November 2010, 09:34 PM
Thread: Replacing gears in 260 ATM gearbox
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Sorry, I see what you mean. To be honest, I have...
Sorry, I see what you mean.
To be honest, I have had no need to remove these gears. Probably because it was difficult to remove.
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22nd November 2010, 07:42 PM
Thread: Replacing gears in 260 ATM gearbox
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Gearbox
Not sure about the latter metric gearbox, but check these shots to see if they are similar:
https://www.woodworkforums.com/f189/9-imperial-gearbox-assembley-photos-111212/
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22nd September 2010, 12:08 AM
Thread: Sheraton 4 1/2" revival.
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Al, Sorry, the colour should be SKY GREY. Peter
Al,
Sorry, the colour should be SKY GREY.
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13th September 2010, 02:18 PM
Thread: Sheraton 4 1/2" revival.
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I was able to get any of the oilers from...
I was able to get any of the oilers from "Pertek", bring along a sample to show them.
The paint I used was this:::: White Knight Paints
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5th March 2010, 07:08 PM
Thread: Quick Change Gearbox gears
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Sheraton use 20 deg.
Sheraton use 20 deg.
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2nd March 2010, 10:38 PM
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When you remove the handle, there should be a...
When you remove the handle, there should be a pin. Leave it alone as it clears the bush.
See photo.
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28th February 2010, 12:50 AM
Thread: Another Australian S.B. clone?
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Another Australian S.B. clone?
Anybody have any knowledge of this make of lathe?
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28th February 2010, 12:37 AM
Thread: sheraton modelA 9" gears
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I know what you mean. A big benefit of having...
I know what you mean. A big benefit of having kids in this age, is keeping up with technology. The following would not be working at home without their help: computer, mobile phones, TV, digital TV,...
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27th February 2010, 07:09 PM
Thread: sheraton modelA 9" gears
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Daniel, This is exactly the sort of information...
Daniel,
This is exactly the sort of information we need to get a history of these lathes.
The brass plate probably suggests an earlier model, the stamped number is an open question.
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24th February 2010, 11:12 PM
Thread: sheraton modelA 9" gears
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Try looking at the lathe bed to the tailstock...
Try looking at the lathe bed to the tailstock end.
Like in this photo.
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23rd February 2010, 11:16 PM
Thread: sheraton modelA 9" gears
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Hi John, Have you stripped the headstock down...
Hi John,
Have you stripped the headstock down yet to find where the wear is?
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22nd February 2010, 11:18 PM
Thread: sheraton modelA 9" gears
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Sheraton headstock spindle
Guys, I would be interested to know if the spindle shaft is the same as my 9" Sheraton with the spiral machining in the casting.
Refer to thread: Hercus, etc Model data, post #7.
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19th February 2010, 11:55 PM
Thread: sheraton modelA 9" gears
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Hi Danny, Are you able to post in some photos?...
Hi Danny,
Are you able to post in some photos? It will be easy to determine from a headstock photo.
The serial number is on the bed at the tailstock end, between the v ways at the back.
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18th February 2010, 10:49 PM
Thread: sheraton modelA 9" gears
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Hi Daniel, I certainly dabble with the Sheraton...
Hi Daniel,
I certainly dabble with the Sheraton lathes. I can tell you that it is possible to get
repaired or good secondhand parts to repair the headstock gears.
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4th February 2010, 10:24 PM
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Jack, Don't tell anyone, but I got mine from...
Jack,
Don't tell anyone, but I got mine from Hairyforbes.
The prices are very reasonable at the moment:
https://www.machineryhouse.com.au/Products?stockCode=E050
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4th February 2010, 10:06 AM
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I have swapped a number of motors for pedestal...
I have swapped a number of motors for pedestal drills. The most drama I find is the shaft diameter to pulley size. Most new motors are based on a metric frame, and the diameter also depends on the...
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3rd February 2010, 07:17 AM
Thread: Cone Pulley Gear Sizes
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Yes, thats right. They have a wider section...
Yes, thats right. They have a wider section pulley.
The downside from this arrangement, is the section left is very thin, and the lip is liable to crack.
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2nd February 2010, 09:15 PM
Thread: Hercus, etc Model data
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1939 Hercus photos
See photos:
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2nd February 2010, 09:10 PM
Thread: Hercus, etc Model data
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1939 Hercus features
Some details that may not show up on later models. I have photos of the outside
but there are also notable differences/changes inside.
The photos show:
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2nd February 2010, 08:43 PM
Thread: carbide tooling
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I have to agree with Pipeclay here. There seems...
I have to agree with Pipeclay here.
There seems to be a resistance to using carbide tooling because of bad experiences the earlier days.
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2nd February 2010, 08:23 PM
Thread: Cone Pulley Gear Sizes
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Just to add to the info, the Sheraton clone has...
Just to add to the info, the Sheraton clone has 38 teeth, 5/8" long gear teeth, is 16DP at 20 deg, overall length is 4-1/8".
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28th January 2010, 11:02 PM
Thread: Hercus, etc Model data
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Pipeclay is correct, the Hercus is on the right....
Pipeclay is correct, the Hercus is on the right.
See how the sheraton gear, cut at 20.0 to the left, has a less steep flank and comes to almost a point.
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28th January 2010, 07:58 PM
Thread: Hercus, etc Model data
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Three different ways of slide handle fixing
Even though the range of Hercus models and similar Sheraton 9" lathes have similar leadscrews for the slides, same diameters, lengths etc. There is at least three different ways to key the handle to...
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28th January 2010, 07:21 PM
Thread: Worn bearings
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I think the subject of "what oil is the best" has...
I think the subject of "what oil is the best" has been dealt with on numerous threads.
The most suitable viscosity, is the grade that has been allowed for in the design of the bearing itself. Given... -
27th January 2010, 10:12 PM
Thread: Hercus, etc Model data
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Hercus and Sheraton change gears
Nor quite obvious, but shown side by side is the different teeth angles
cut on the change gears.
The Hercus is 14.5, the Sheraton is 20.0 degrees.
Both are 18 DP.
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26th January 2010, 08:43 PM
Thread: Hercus, etc Model data
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Ian, Good idea. I have a copy with the quantity...
Ian,
Good idea.
I have a copy with the quantity made per year.
Anyone got a list of the Sheraton?
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26th January 2010, 08:39 PM
Thread: Hercus, etc Model data
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Is a Sheraton headstock different?
From the outside, the plain bearing model headstock of the Hercus looks the same as the Sheraton. The bull gear, thrust bearing and pulley (but not belt size) are interchangeable.
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26th January 2010, 07:59 PM
Thread: Worn bearings
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David, The oil you are using is too heavy, try...
David,
The oil you are using is too heavy, try an ISO 32 hydraulic grade oil. This equates to roughly a 15 SAE engine oil and doesn't have other nasty additives in it. OK, it might not be the... -
26th January 2010, 06:11 PM
Thread: Worn bearings
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Ausdag, The photo shows a plain bearing...
Ausdag,
The photo shows a plain bearing headstock.
The side play of the bearings I have been told is .001". Measure this with gauge and a heavy rod slid into the spindle to give a bit of leverage. ... -
25th January 2010, 11:00 PM
Thread: Hercus, etc Model data
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Hercus, etc Model data
For some time now, I have been thinking about the information regarding various model changes of the Hercus and similar clones like Sheraton. There seems to be a lot of incidental facts that are...
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25th January 2010, 10:57 PM
Thread: A Hercus owners register??
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Model specifications and changes
Now that the blood pressure of this thread has resumed back to normal, I have
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14th January 2010, 08:30 PM
Thread: 9A saddle disassembly
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Hi Ken, The screw in the centre of the clutch...
Hi Ken,
The screw in the centre of the clutch knob is LEFT HANDED THREAD.
The half nut handle is retained by a grub screw with pressure spring from underneath.
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9th January 2010, 07:41 AM
Thread: 9" Imperial Gearbox assembley photos
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Thanks Neks, It is not a big deal to strip the...
Thanks Neks,
It is not a big deal to strip the gearbox, good idea to remove grit etc.
The biggest problem I experienced, was when the tapered pin through the gear and cone shaft refused to move. I... -
8th January 2010, 06:31 PM
Thread: 9" Imperial Gearbox assembley photos
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Tumbler shaft assembly
3. Tumbler shaft assembly.
Again this uses a taper pin, simply to retain the shaft from sliding out. As it is not under any shear load, replace as always with restraint. -
8th January 2010, 06:21 PM
Thread: 9" Imperial Gearbox assembley photos
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Drive shaft assembly
2. Drive shaft assembly.
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8th January 2010, 06:12 PM
Thread: 9" Imperial Gearbox assembley photos
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Cone shaft assembly
1. Cone shaft assembly.
Straight forward to replace, just requires some gentle tapping sometimes with a soft face hammer to fit the fixed gears.
Be careful to line up the taper pin position, after...