http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/-t1.htm Mon, 23 Nov 2009 02:31:41 GMT 10 http://i63.servimg.com/u/f63/13/33/05/12/toc_lo17.jpg http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/-t1.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/headstock-spindle-questions-t383.htm PeterGT4 I've had my Taig lathe for a little over a year now and enjoy it immensely - I wish I had bought it years ago! In any case, there have been a few projects that I could NOT do and it boils down to the bore of the headstock spindle. It's a long story, but I needed to make some miniature model airplane stands for my brother-in-law and my material of choice was 3/8" round bar as I have TONS of it through scrap at work. I needed to cut a 1/4"-20 thread at one end of these bars, but ... Taig Manual Lathe Sun, 15 Nov 2009 07:14:27 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/headstock-spindle-questions-t383.htm#2533 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/headstock-spindle-questions-t383.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/carriage-drive-mod-t390.htm rkernell
Rick Kernell]]> Taig Manual Lathe Mon, 23 Nov 2009 02:31:41 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/carriage-drive-mod-t390.htm#2586 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/carriage-drive-mod-t390.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/48-dove-tail-bed-for-the-taig-lathe-t381.htm tag does anyone know where i can buy 48'' dove tail bed in bulk for the taig lathe? Aluminum or steel.I will send a finders fee !! I know of 2 guys but i want whole sale,thanks Taig Manual Lathe Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:25:23 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/48-dove-tail-bed-for-the-taig-lathe-t381.htm#2520 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/48-dove-tail-bed-for-the-taig-lathe-t381.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/new-power-feed-t379.htm rkernell
Rick Kernell]]> Taig Manual Lathe Sun, 08 Nov 2009 04:18:19 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/new-power-feed-t379.htm#2510 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/new-power-feed-t379.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/carbide-or-hss-t140.htm Mark Scrivener
Recently I've noticed photos of people using carbide tipped tools in Taig and other small lathes. What is the verdict? Do the carbide tools offer a significant advantage on these small machines? I seem to recall being told that micro lathes didn't have the motor power or rigidity to benefit from carbide tools. Is there any truth to this?]]> Taig Manual Lathe Mon, 26 Jan 2009 08:39:41 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/carbide-or-hss-t140.htm#589 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/carbide-or-hss-t140.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/cross-slide-dial-in-metric-t366.htm DaveDu Just wondering if anyone has converted their cross slide dial into metric. I am going to make a zero adjustable dial that I saw somewhere, and while I'm at it, I am going to make a new dial with a metric scale on it. If anyone hasn't done it, maybe you could throw me a few suggestions on the best way I would go about scaling the dial. I haven't actually made the dial part yet in the lathe, so I can make it slightly bigger or smaller than the imperial one that comes as standard. My main concern ... Taig Manual Lathe Fri, 16 Oct 2009 22:45:03 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/cross-slide-dial-in-metric-t366.htm#2417 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/cross-slide-dial-in-metric-t366.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/dear-admin-t364.htm Bryan
If yo EVER decide to sell this let me know, please!




Thanks ]]> Taig Manual Lathe Wed, 14 Oct 2009 01:35:45 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/dear-admin-t364.htm#2409 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/dear-admin-t364.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/milling-with-the-lathe-t337.htm tonphil1960
Tony]]> Taig Manual Lathe Sat, 22 Aug 2009 13:40:32 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/milling-with-the-lathe-t337.htm#2151 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/milling-with-the-lathe-t337.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/encosure-chip-pan-t336.htm tonphil1960
Tony]]> Taig Manual Lathe Sat, 22 Aug 2009 11:35:17 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/encosure-chip-pan-t336.htm#2147 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/encosure-chip-pan-t336.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/ok-washer-to-true-the-chuck-t357.htm tonphil1960
Thanks Tony]]> Taig Manual Lathe Sat, 19 Sep 2009 21:18:21 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/ok-washer-to-true-the-chuck-t357.htm#2365 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/ok-washer-to-true-the-chuck-t357.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/dial-indicators-t350.htm tonphil1960
Tony]]> Taig Manual Lathe Fri, 04 Sep 2009 21:29:33 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/dial-indicators-t350.htm#2306 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/dial-indicators-t350.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/taig-lathe-and-motor-mounting-jeff-t340.htm tonphil1960
Thanks Tony]]> Taig Manual Lathe Sun, 23 Aug 2009 19:43:20 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/taig-lathe-and-motor-mounting-jeff-t340.htm#2188 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/taig-lathe-and-motor-mounting-jeff-t340.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/microscope-for-the-lathe-t309.htm rkernell
Rick]]> Taig Manual Lathe Mon, 13 Jul 2009 03:26:09 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/microscope-for-the-lathe-t309.htm#1848 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/microscope-for-the-lathe-t309.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/taig-lathe-versus-hf-lathe-t283.htm rkernell I purchased a Harbor Freight 7x10 lathe before I knew any better. If I do not closely follow the list of things that have to be done in the correct way, the machine chatters terribly. At the present, with my reliable and precise Taig mill, I am in the process of machining a brass gib to go into the compound slide assembly to see if this lessens the chatter. If this doesn't work, I am contemplating getting a Taig lathe to do the precise turning that I need to do and using the H.F. for thread cutting ... Taig Manual Lathe Sat, 23 May 2009 04:36:40 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/taig-lathe-versus-hf-lathe-t283.htm#1613 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/taig-lathe-versus-hf-lathe-t283.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/rotating-tool-holder-t194.htm Mark Scrivener If you have a flex shaft for your Dremel and an A2Z quick change tool post, you already have all you need. While the mounting isn't ideal, it works. Ultimately I plan to machine a dedicated tool holder, but so far this has worked. using an engraving bit to cut slots: using a drill bit to drill offset holes: Taig Manual Lathe Sat, 14 Feb 2009 03:22:59 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/rotating-tool-holder-t194.htm#1045 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/rotating-tool-holder-t194.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/belt-slipping-t292.htm rkernell I have my new lathe set up on the board and the motor mounted directly to the board rather than via the small metal plate. Mounted on the plate, belt slips badly at the slowest pulley combination, mounted directly on the board, the belt still slips but I have to clamp down harder on the chuck, but I can still stop it. The belt is slipping at the motor pulley. Is this something that will decrease as the belt breaks in or the pulleys lose their smooth surface? Rick Taig Manual Lathe Sun, 07 Jun 2009 23:11:50 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/belt-slipping-t292.htm#1679 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/belt-slipping-t292.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/taig-power-feed-for-lathe-sneek-peak-t274.htm Jeff_Birt Hi guys, this link was up on CNC zone a few days ago but I did not know if everyone saw it. http://taigmachines.com/Boss_s_Corner.php This is the new power feed for the lathe that Taig has been working on. What is interesting is that when you hold on to the feed crank it autofeeds. While not a CNC lathe the power feed does open up some interesting abilities for the the lathe. I could also see someone using it as a basis for a full CNC machine. Taig Manual Lathe Tue, 21 Apr 2009 17:12:49 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/taig-power-feed-for-lathe-sneek-peak-t274.htm#1544 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/taig-power-feed-for-lathe-sneek-peak-t274.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/compound-rotation-t291.htm rkernell Has anyone modified thier compound mounting plate to do away with the complex T nut system? I am just putting my new lathe together and I am not impressed with this component. Taig Manual Lathe Sun, 07 Jun 2009 00:09:12 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/compound-rotation-t291.htm#1675 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/compound-rotation-t291.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/lathe-kit-lapping-procedure-t287.htm rkernell I have ordered a lathe kit and have looked at the procedure that Nick has posted to lap the bed and cross slide. What are the recommendations from those of you who have done this for the abrasive powder and oil to get the best finish? Taig Manual Lathe Thu, 28 May 2009 17:08:57 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/lathe-kit-lapping-procedure-t287.htm#1647 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/lathe-kit-lapping-procedure-t287.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/what-a-great-little-machine-t50.htm timothysvec minw has a treadmill motor. Taig Manual Lathe Tue, 09 Dec 2008 21:15:18 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/what-a-great-little-machine-t50.htm#101 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/what-a-great-little-machine-t50.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/need-a-supplier-for-a-longer-drive-belt-t141.htm Aeroengineer1 Does anyone know where I can get a longer drive belt than the long belt that can be purchased from Taig? Perhaps this is a question better asked of them, but I am in need of one. I am wanting to change my mount up a bit by mounting the motor underneath the unit, and then build a nice box underneath the lathe with drawers and a few power outlets and because I have a double shafted motor I was going to make it so that I could have a flex shaft drive coming off the other end. It will also have ... Taig Manual Lathe Mon, 26 Jan 2009 14:32:28 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/need-a-supplier-for-a-longer-drive-belt-t141.htm#594 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/need-a-supplier-for-a-longer-drive-belt-t141.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/high-quality-hardened-3-jaw-chuck-for-the-taig-t184.htm Mark Scrivener
I saw someone mention a Bison chuck for the Taig somewhere, but I can't find them for sale. Any others?

Thanks!

Mark]]> Taig Manual Lathe Sun, 08 Feb 2009 08:54:07 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/high-quality-hardened-3-jaw-chuck-for-the-taig-t184.htm#955 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/high-quality-hardened-3-jaw-chuck-for-the-taig-t184.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/poll-on-lead-screw-modifications-t96.htm Forrest A How many of you have added a lead screw to your Taig lathe? Taig Manual Lathe Thu, 08 Jan 2009 22:23:05 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/poll-on-lead-screw-modifications-t96.htm#358 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/poll-on-lead-screw-modifications-t96.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/rebuild-hints-t171.htm JoelTaylor I got my manual Taig lathe today, and after unpacking it it seems to be quite servicable. There is some form of stain where something dripped on the bed, but the carrage seems to not bind anywhere. The lathe was built around 2000 and has seen use but it has been in storage for a long time. My question to the group is what is the best way to 'rebuild' one of these. I am thinking of using a kerosene bath to clean out old grease and swarf from the lead screws, gears, and carrage rack. ... Taig Manual Lathe Wed, 04 Feb 2009 02:40:14 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/rebuild-hints-t171.htm#859 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/rebuild-hints-t171.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/franklin-motor-t167.htm aztaig This is the original motor that my mill came with. Most of you will recognize it. Had sittin around after I added the DC motor to my mill. So I decided why not. Mr. Bentley said he got much service out of a 1/10 hp motor he used for his original lathe so I thought what the hell, 1/5 hp is much better than 1/10. So I modified the original motor plate. I added some rubber isolators to keep the vibes down. So far work great. Just a thought for those of you who might have one of these motors ... Taig Manual Lathe Mon, 02 Feb 2009 04:30:22 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/franklin-motor-t167.htm#800 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/franklin-motor-t167.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/threading-question-exernal-threads-with-a-die-t162.htm Mark Scrivener
Thanks,
Mark]]> Taig Manual Lathe Sun, 01 Feb 2009 08:27:27 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/threading-question-exernal-threads-with-a-die-t162.htm#768 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/threading-question-exernal-threads-with-a-die-t162.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/split-nut-t159.htm aztaig
]]> Taig Manual Lathe Sun, 01 Feb 2009 03:45:35 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/split-nut-t159.htm#755 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/split-nut-t159.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/replace-those-alen-key-locks-t148.htm Mark Scrivener Reaching for an Alen wrench to lock/unlock the carriage, tailstock, and other adjustments on the lathe can get old. Some have fabricated nice handles for their lathes, and I intended to do likewise, until I found these: Click here for link to Rutland Tool The ones I have are 20mm length ($4.45 each) and are on the carriage, tail stock, tail stock lock, and steady rest. The 40mm version should work on your Taig tool post, but I haven't tried it yet. Thus far I'm quite pleased, ... Taig Manual Lathe Thu, 29 Jan 2009 02:14:49 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/replace-those-alen-key-locks-t148.htm#686 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/replace-those-alen-key-locks-t148.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/motor-modification-t102.htm DaveDu Has anyone fitted a new Sherline 90V DC motor to their Taig lathe? I have just bought a Sherline motor and controller after being mortified by the price of a wheelchair motor. I dont know about the US, but in Ireland a new wheelchair motor costs in the region of €700 (bare motor (no controller)). At least that was the price I was quoted!!!!! It looks like the Taig pulleys inner diameter is too big. Should I make some sort of bushing to go between the motors spindle and pulley to fill ... Taig Manual Lathe Sun, 11 Jan 2009 11:24:54 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/motor-modification-t102.htm#380 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/motor-modification-t102.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/talked-a-friend-into-a-taig-and-look-what-he-did-t146.htm Mark Scrivener A buddy of mine was considering a small lathe for hobby work and I talked him into a Taig. No sooner does it show up and he produces this on the first day! To see his entire project (kit bash of a live steam engine) see: http://www.mylargescale.com/Community/Forums/tabid/56/forumid/11/tpage/1/view/Topic/postid/60365/Default.aspx Now I better go get busy and produce something that looks like I've owned my Taig for longer than a few min (I've had it for a few years.....) Mark Taig Manual Lathe Wed, 28 Jan 2009 19:31:47 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/talked-a-friend-into-a-taig-and-look-what-he-did-t146.htm#656 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/talked-a-friend-into-a-taig-and-look-what-he-did-t146.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/shimming-the-headstock-vertical-alignment-of-tailstock-plus-pics-of-my-setup-t79.htm Aeroengineer1 I have a question for those with more experience than I do. I have a set of riser blocks on my Taig as I am typically turning large diameter plastic. The problems that I have is that the tailstock sits about .010-.020 above the CL of the headstock. Typically this is nothing more than an annoyance, and I get away with not really having to deal with it, but there are times that this prevents me from performing the operations that I want to do, and I usually take it to work and set it up on the ... Taig Manual Lathe Fri, 26 Dec 2008 22:27:24 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/shimming-the-headstock-vertical-alignment-of-tailstock-plus-pics-of-my-setup-t79.htm#231 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/shimming-the-headstock-vertical-alignment-of-tailstock-plus-pics-of-my-setup-t79.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/lead-screw-assembly-t125.htm aztaig
Rick]]> Taig Manual Lathe Mon, 19 Jan 2009 03:50:38 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/lead-screw-assembly-t125.htm#512 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/lead-screw-assembly-t125.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/lapping-carriage-and-cross-slide-t122.htm BessieHunter My lathe is 25+ years old and was bought as an assembled and ready to use unit. I have been reading on other lathe websites that you need to lap the carriage and cross slide in to their mating surfaces to achieve a tight and smooth motion. With my lathe, I did not do this, and there are spots in the carriage and cross slide travels that go from tight and smooth to loose and sloppy. Question is then, should I lap the surfaces or is it to late with this much use that it would do no good? Taig Manual Lathe Sat, 17 Jan 2009 15:34:20 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/lapping-carriage-and-cross-slide-t122.htm#489 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/lapping-carriage-and-cross-slide-t122.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/materials-question-t93.htm Aeroengineer1 I believe that it was you Admin (CNC Customs), sorry I do not know your name, that mentioned that you had worked with plastics before. I am encountering a problem with the PVC plastic that I am using. I have a large chunk from McMaster Carr that I was going to get out and use for a project, but as I looked at it, over the 36" length there is a large bow in the length. It is about 1/4 an inch. The spec for the plastic says that it has an operational temp of 140 degrees F, and I know that ... Taig Manual Lathe Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:00:46 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/materials-question-t93.htm#330 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/materials-question-t93.htm http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/lead-screw-lathe-released-t97.htm Forrest A Any word on when Taig will release the newest version with the lead screw addition? Taig Manual Lathe Thu, 08 Jan 2009 22:25:58 GMT http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/lead-screw-lathe-released-t97.htm#359 http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/taig-manual-lathe-f6/lead-screw-lathe-released-t97.htm