arch's approach will work - but the OP will find it no easier to locate a
1.25X8 bolt than a nut or tap - so I guess here is where I point out that
you can get a short length of 1.25X8 threaded rod from me if you want and
then follow arch's instructions and see how it works - the rod is
semi-hard -much harder than your typical hardware store bolt, so if you cut
your groves properly it should cut just fine in most woods. (look in the
faceplate section of www.wbnoble.com)


bill n


"Arch" wrote in message
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Back to the OP. Paul, since you want a tap to make home made wooden
faceplates, why not make a home made tap? Nothing more than a bolt same
size as the lathe's spindle and as hard as you can find. Grind 3 narrow
slots lengthwise a little deeper than the threads and sharpen the edges
with a file. Viola! It's a tap and good enough for wood and most
woodturners.


Turn to Safety, Arch
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