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Mark V model, just got it. I can't find where the threaded, tool rest shaft goes. is there a base to fasten to the tubes what- im lost ,thanks

The post just fits into the carriage tube. There is no special holder for the rest. Just remove your table and insert the lathe rest and tighten.

like this:

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Thanks to someone who posted this photo awhile ago!

thanks to peter in dartmouth. for some clarification but the tool rest post is threaded,does it screw into a leg?

see picture in the post above. there is a gear in the carriage that will mesh with the toolrest so that you can raise and lower it.

It is not threaded! Those be grooves in the side of the tube. They are concentric(do not advance along the tube). This allows it to rotate as well as be height adjustable with the table height pinion gear(and handle).