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  1. #16
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    Hi there. I dont mean any disrespect but what % rigidity issues would come from the base in a cheap chinese lathe? I havs what is essentially the same 12x36 generic lathe and im reasonably happy with it. However the more older stuff I accumulate that is made in aust and europe the more I see the difference. Id be interested in a before and after sample of some finished work to see if I could pick the difference in the mounting system. I still has chinese bearings, minimal surface contact area under the saddle, cross slide and headstock from poorly mated surfaces.

    I would have thought its like putting a larger exhaust on an hyundi excell to make it go better?

    Like I said. No offence. I got one and im happy with.

    Simon

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    That's nice. I was just thinking some simple squarish blocks that would be easy to form up.
    I can't see levelling the lathe being any more problem than with a steel base.

    I like the Franna crane truck. I recently hired one to reposition a loaded shipping container, total weight 15 tonnes, across tricky sloping ground, which it managed easily.

    Jordan

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    That's a lot of effort and money. Looks the part though. He mustn't be moving anytime soon either.

    Ben.

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