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I purchased a SHopSmith MK 5 a year or so ago, and am just now able to use it as I have a better space for it. So far I really like it, got the Band saw along with and have added a few acc. along the way. THe fellow I boought it from had a whole case full of the magazine, so I have been doing a lot of reading. I have used mostly the table saw, drill press, and band saw, but want to start using the lathe next. I need to make end pieces for a round flute case. The barrel is PVC pipe. I plan on making it flat on one end, and rounded at tghe other, and will cut off a slab to screw into the bottom end. I need to make this pretty prescice as the top will just be friction fitted. I may also attach a few ties to cross tie the top for security.

I look forward to talking with others about this really nice tool.

Welcome whitefox. There's plenty of info in this forum for you to sink your teeth into. Your questions will be answered, I gaurantee. There are lots of knowledgeable folks in here that are more than willing to help you out.

Hello, whitefox. Welcome to the forum. You have come to the right place to talk and learn about the MK V.

Welcome whitefox!

Thanks for joining us. Do you mind going back to your public profile and putting down some additional info, like your general location?

Glad you decided to join this forum, whitefox. I lurked here for about two weeks before committing to buying my Mark V. This forum and the people that contribute to it were THE deciding factor.

And since October, I have developed 2 friendships because of this forum. An unexpected plus.

Welcome to the forum.

For lathe work, I'll suggest getting the "live" center (505602). This is a big improvement over the dead center that comes with the Shopsmith.

Be sure and check out the Sawdust sessions. There is a lot of useful information on cleaning and using your SS.

James

Welcome to the Group, I have learned a lot here and hope it helps you also.