Greetings guys! My first time in this forum. I've got a Mark V that's been sitting around and I'd like to start turning bowls, boxes, plates, and more on it. As for a chuck, the guys in my club recommend a Talon chuck which SS sells, but I'm wondering if it's possible to get it from someone other than SS as long as I have the proper adapter, mostly because of the price issue. What's being used out there and what would you recommend? Thanks!
Keith
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paulmcohen
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I use a SuperNova2, I originally purchased a Nova chuck from Shopsmith and purchased many different jaws so when I wanted to upgrade it made sense to go to the SuperNova. Most vendors make a "Shopsmith" adapter sometimes called a 5/8" female or other generic names to avoid copyright and liability issues.
Paul Cohen
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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
Welcome to the forums Keith. All ya need to do with whatever chuck ya buy. Is to make sure ya can get a 5/8's plain adapter for it. The talon chuck would work fine.
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tom_k/mo
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I have the Baraccuda chuck (from Penn State) and am very satisfied with it.
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dutchcraft457
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Thanks for your reply. I should've come here sooner instead of trying to re-invent the wheel with people who aren't familiar with the ShopSmith. They actually have a Baraccuda package on sale right now, so I'm glad you got back to me. I'm still a novice turner & don't really want to fork over nearly $300 to do this if I don't have to.
If I could impose, another question, have you found your SS to be a little low for turning? Having taken a couple of classes at my local Woodcraft store, most of my turning has been on their machines, which are noticeably higher than my SS. Have you found that to be an issue for you?
Again, thanks for your input.
Keith
If I could impose, another question, have you found your SS to be a little low for turning? Having taken a couple of classes at my local Woodcraft store, most of my turning has been on their machines, which are noticeably higher than my SS. Have you found that to be an issue for you?
Again, thanks for your input.
Keith
NOPE, haven't found it to be to low for me. IF it is for you, just raise it.
SS 500(09/1980), DC3300, jointer, bandsaw, belt sander, Strip Sander, drum sanders,molder, dado, biscuit joiner, universal lathe tool rest, Oneway talon chuck, router bits & chucks and a De Walt 735 planer,a #5,#6, block planes. ALL in a 100 square foot shop.
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The height 'issue' has been raised by folks taller than a bandsaw blade length(circumference).dutchcraft457 wrote:Thanks guys.
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I have an extra chuck if you need one. If interested contact me at sdssmith51@gmail.com
Rob in San Diego
Email: SDSSmith51 AT gmail.com
Email: SDSSmith51 AT gmail.com