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Thanks very much, algale!
--Larry

Wow! What an amazing setup! I had NEVER thought of that as a possibility. But, it might be worth a try. Now, just need to source the necessary parts, build it, and give it a spin.

Thanks a ton!

--Larry Anderson • Tupelo, MS (birthplace of Elvis)

Thanks, Ron. While I try to shy away from having any of the adjustments loose when I operate, I had not thought about the idea of just sliding the "carriage" from side to side. Hmmm.

I appreciate your advice and insight.

-Larry Anderson

Thanks a ton, Dennis! I'll surely check this out.

Have a super week--and make a bunch of chips/sawdust.

--Larry

Huge thanks, Mike! I'll check that out.

I've posted a communication with Rick on the IAP forum. I really appreciate your bringing this important information to my attention.

-Larry Anderson

ISO (In Search Of) Lathe Tool Rest wider than stock item I have been turning some rolling pins on my Mark V lathe and I found it much harder to get the project perfectly round and even diameter for the full length of the rolling pin when I use the stock tool rest. I'm investigating to see if any ot...