banjopikker wrote:Would the universal tool rest from shopsmith be worth getting for the job of turning the rim? Would it be possible to mount a cutting tool on it ?
I posted a picture elsewhere of a tool holder for the universal tool rest banjo. It holds a lathe duplicator cutting bit, I think it will do what you want.
Paul Cohen
Beaverton, OR
A 1982 500 Shopsmith brand upgraded to a Mark 7 PowerPro, Jointer, Bandsaw (with Kreg fence), Strip Sander, Ring Master and lots of accessories all purchased new
12" Sliding Compound Mitre Saw, 1200 CFM DC
On the forum but I can't find it I will post it again later today.
Paul Cohen
Beaverton, OR
A 1982 500 Shopsmith brand upgraded to a Mark 7 PowerPro, Jointer, Bandsaw (with Kreg fence), Strip Sander, Ring Master and lots of accessories all purchased new
12" Sliding Compound Mitre Saw, 1200 CFM DC