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Looks Like Sep-52. Ed For these machines we have only Skips data. So if I look up SN 10290 it falls between 8165 and 10392 which is after Nov-47 but no real date is given so it a guess. SN 69488 is between 69136 and 69562 and is before Sep-52 and again no real date is given and in this case there i...

If it were me I would buy the 1/4" marine. The trip is small compared to the years you would suffer with a possible inferior build.

I have already ordered the one from the link I posted. The universal lathe rest looks better and used is even better. I really need to check these things out better before purchasing. But if the one in the posted link will work I'll be happy. The following thread shows pictures of my shopsmith - it ...

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Will this Lathe Tool Rest work on my "greenie?" http://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/ownerseries/e4.htm#

Welcome, I am also a newbie and have not only received advice but a much needed part from a forum member. Great group!

Awesome work, thanks for the post. Did you make the wheels and tires?

I don't know if the depth would be enough, but you can go above 50 degrees by putting a spacer on the uphill side of the blade. Use whatever thickness of board you need attached to a strip that goes in the miter slot. As long as what you are cutting won't bend it should work.

Very informative, thanks!

Thanks. I have gain some understanding - I think I will order the SS drill press vise when it goes on sale.