On Jun 26, 8:21 pm, "Ghamph" wrote:
Made a micro lathe out of IBM typewriter parts. The typewriter had hundreds
of springs, bolts and some steel shafts to salvage too.The typewriter has a
nice small size induction motor that is very quiet with enough power to do
small diameter work.

What's a "Typewriter"?!?! };-

I have several Singer's, and yes, prior to 1960ish it was hard to kill
a Singer. I have a cheap Taiwan replacement treadle base I was
thinking of converting. If it works I'll let folks know.

Thanks.