paulmcohen wrote:I don't think using the UTR is the thing preventing someone from turning a log I think you lose less 3 inches in diameter. The Shopsmith starts with a 14" throw.
I believe the turning capacity is a little larger at 16-1/2" to start with. Here is the info page for the Shopsmith in lathe configuration.
SDSSmith wrote:I believe the turning capacity is a little larger at 16-1/2" to start with. Here is the info page for the Shopsmith in lathe configuration.
That is only for faceplate turning where the object to be turned can sit between the tubes. But if you need to do spindle turning the carriage gets in the way. I was measuring from the top of the carriage to the center of the quill, in any case the largest thing I have turned started about 10" in diameter.
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
