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Steady Rest

Posted: Fri Jun 05, 2020 5:51 pm
by dannyshamoon
I've searched here and see that that some people have built a steady rest. Are there any plans to do so?? My brain isn't smart enough to design one from scratch.

Thanks
Danny

Re: Steady Rest

Posted: Sat Jun 06, 2020 12:39 am
by rpd
There is one in the Power Tool Woodworking For Everyone, 1st edition.
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Re: Steady Rest

Posted: Sat Jun 06, 2020 1:20 am
by dannyshamoon
Interesting. I guess I could add a second arm opposite .
Thanks
Danny

Re: Steady Rest

Posted: Sat Jun 06, 2020 8:54 am
by rpd
Shopsmith sells one that fits in the rear hole on the carriage, Could be an idea there. ;)

https://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/ite ... tem=555280