It's official "You suck" I am jealous and I don't even know how to use a
lathe. Larry
"Patrick H. Corrigan" wrote in message
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One Saturday a few months ago I stopped by a garage sale in my
(Big snip)
So far, my $20 lathe has cost approximately the following:

Lathe $20
bearings 26
paint, rust converter, etc. 20
used motor (in new condition) 20
one new belt 7
4-position pulley (sheath) for motor 13
new 15', 14 guage power cord 8
switch, box, cover and guard 5
misc. hardware 5
live center 15
4-spur drive center 20
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Total $159

There is a certain sense of satisfaction in having taken a piece of
machinery that was likely destined for the scrap heap and returning it
to nearly-new condition. In the process of rebuilding this unit I have
learned how every part functions and have thus gained a level of
knowledge I would not have with a new machine. I also have an excellent
lathe at a very reasonable price.

I have posted a couple of pictures on alt.binaries.pictures.furniture.