Thread: Ball Turning Tool

Looks good Bob.

How are you rotating it?

Shabbily Ew. A hex key in the tool post cap screw. A handle is next on the list then a centring device. It's next to useless without the later.

Bob.

Originally Posted by Michael G

Very nice Bob. I've got to make one of those one day.

Michael

Here's me thinking I was the only one without one!

Thanks Michael

BT

Hi Bob,
Very nice work, I like the adjustable tool post that should give you lots of options for tool bits. When you look at the handle position, I found I needed to fit it on an angle for a comfortable position and to keep away from the chuck when you rotate it as you are always working close to the chuck, have a look at the pictures of my one. I am sure you will have this in mind. I had a friend build one and he did not think about it and had to relocate his handle.You are right about the need for a center locating indicator.
Bob

Originally Posted by Anorak Bob

It works.

Bob
Magnificent work, as always.
You set a high standard.
Do you by chance have any drawings with dimensions?
regards
Bruce

Top marks as always BT.
Is it going in the black?

Stuart

Originally Posted by Abratool

Bob
Magnificent work, as always.
You set a high standard.
Do you by chance have any drawings with dimensions?
regards
Bruce

Figured you'd struggle with my "working" drawing. I did lash out and use a ruler when I worked out the dimensions of the post. That drawing is transparent with oil.

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Originally Posted by Stustoys

Top marks as always BT.
Is it going in the black?

Stuart

Thanks Stu.

I was thinking of giving the steel bits a dunk. The knurled collar started off as a non descript scrap. Chipped nicely when turned. I don't know if it's 1214, I was hoping it wasn't. The black might keep the rust at bay if it is that gumby stuff.

BT

Is the tapered spigot a bit loose in your Cross Slide or does yours have a smaller bore than 1.375"?

Peter,

The bore is standard. The spigot is 1.373" in diameter. A loose fit. No idea why I scribbled down 34.4. Advanced years maybe.

Bob.

BT, your posts and snaps are first class. Have you abandoned the cast iron plane you were making?

Is it sitting in the corner under the dog's bed, rusting away, would be a shame?

How about an update?

Ken

Originally Posted by neksmerj

BT, your posts and snaps are first class. Have you abandoned the cast iron plane you were making?

Is it sitting in the corner under the dog's bed, rusting away, would be a shame?

How about an update?

Ken

No abandonment Ken. The purpose of the ball turner is to turn the banjo that holds the pretend plane's cap iron screw captive. The original had nicely curved sides. Naturally enough , no one would ever see it but who cares. Here is a beautiful 50 G Norris, my all time favourite. The banjo is visible below the pivoting boss.

BT


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Bob if you need a pattern I will be happy to drop off my 51 Norris which has the same adjuster. Might be handy for dimensions?
Greg

Sounds like a neat idea Gregory. When are you next in this neck of the woods?

Bob.