Well I got it running. The only real delay was the table. I had actually
turned the lathe on when I brought it home to check for bearing and
motor noise.

A link to the lathe pictures.
http://woodwork.pmccl.com/Business/p...urnedwood.html

I expect full commentary on the first project. :-)
Surely there are some tips you can give so I can address the finer
nuances of this first -- very difficult -- project. lol

The inexpensive King Tools turned out better than expected -- although I
did sharpen them. Tried the two skews and the roughing gouge only
though. Used the small skew only for a quick test.

Left the lathe at the middle speed -- was going to change it (up) but
the cylinder smoothed up pretty quick. Maybe after I get some beauty rest.

The face shield was coated with fine shavings -- better than than my
eyebrows I guess.


All-in-all very pleased with the lathe and the tools. Quiet and smooth,
and the tools cut smoothly.

--
Will
Occasional Techno-geek