Grant:

Congradulations on your purchase, its a workable lathe for the beginner
and will serve you well until you want to turn large objects. Your
new-old lathe is argueably better than most of the mini lathes on the
market. I bought the same lathe at a garage sale quite a few years ago.
It was my first lathe and it started me on my quest for the perfect form
and the easiest way to sharpen lathe tools.

I didn't realize how dark a blue the paint was originally until your
post, I looked tonight and yes under the cover where the sun didn't fade
it out it was very dark blue. I guess I didn't realize I had an antique
in my shop.

As far as part numbers, I can't help; and I promised the lathe to my son
a number of years ago, so you can't have the cover. It should not be a
big deal to fabricate a plexiglass or wooden cover to keep the dust,
dirt and shavings out of the oil caps, bearings, belt area

The good news is a lot of companies sell 3/4" and #1 MT accessories. I
purchased a spur center and a live center from Grizzley and I've seen
similar products from others. I still use the #1 centers I bought for
the Craftsman when I want to turn small pieces on my Rockwell, I just
use the reducers I bought to adapt up to #2. Face plates are available
from a number of sources so look for a good price, the internet is great
for this.

Wear eye protection, better yet wear face protection
Remember your lungs, especially when sanding
Use sharp tools

Its not a race, slow down and enjoy

Grant Beagles wrote:
I recently acquired an old Craftsman lathe. Its the same as the one my
dad had in high school, so it is late 30s to early 40s vintage. Its the
dark blue with the cast iron bed. I am looking for the cast cover that
goes over the pulleys. The lathe is complete with everything else. I
could not find a part number anywhere. Any help would be greatly
appreciated.

While I'm on the subject, I believe that the centers are a #1 morse
taper. I could also use a live center for it. Someday I may want a
face place to do bowls too!

Grant