PDA

View Full Version : Tough brand lathe



gasp
2nd December 2007, 06:13 PM
Could anyone please tell me the specifications of one of these Aussie made lathes, made around the 1980's, also the weight of the lathe. Thanks.

artme
2nd December 2007, 07:35 PM
I'm sure there were several differently specified tough models.
They have cast iron beds and are very solidly built and very reliable. Were used extensively in high schools in Qld & Nsw.
Do internet search and see what turns up.:U

BernieP
2nd December 2007, 08:42 PM
G'Day Gasp

Have a look at Waldo's post http://www.woodworkforums.com/showthread.php?t=34780
or talk to him.

Cheers
Bernie

gasp
2nd December 2007, 09:33 PM
Thanks for the replies. From what I can gather the lathe weighs 120 Kgs!
I have one that I have to pick up,(not literally!) how does one move such a beast? Can two men lift 120 Kgs?
Regards

Robo1
2nd December 2007, 10:20 PM
Roughly 250 lbs. Two fit fellas should handle it no probs!
Rob...

Waldo
2nd December 2007, 10:33 PM
G'day Rasp,

Two people can lift it easily. Heck my 5' 1" SWMBO and FIL lifted it out of a car and into my shed on the sly for me. Bless 'em. :2tsup: The job is made easier if you pull it apart a bit. To find out more about it and if you ever need to have parts fixed or remade then fire of some questions to Len Smith at the Woodsmith http://www.thewoodsmith.com.au/thewoodsmith/

He bought the license and rights for Tough lathes and has all the gear to fix and remake all things Tough.

gasp
3rd December 2007, 12:55 PM
Just wondering if any member lives in or close to Noble Park area, and may be available if I get stuck lifting lathe into wagon. Will be down on Tuesday morning 4/12/2007.
Regards