Photo Index - Sprunger Brothers, Inc. - Lathe L-1036

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Manufactured/Badged by:
Sprunger Brothers, Inc.
South Bend, IN; Topeka, IN; Ligonier, IN; Elkhart, IN

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Lathe, Wood
Machine Size:	12" X 36"
Submitted By:	Jeff Miller

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	Lathe L-1036
Date of Manufacturer:	c1980's
Serial Number:	E-1219 (View SN Registry Entry)
Last Updated	1/3/2012 8:59:11 PM

Comments:

I purchased this machine for the included 8 Sorby turning tools and 5 Greenlee chisels. The "chisel set" including the lathe was $140.00. The lathe came with a 1 hp 3450 RPM Craftsman motor. I built the stand and replaced the motor with a smooth running Century 1/2 hp 1725 rpm motor. I also replaced all the wiring and bearings with Nachi bearings from Accurate.

A very smooth running machine. I also noticed the model number is the same as the 10" machines. There is a 1 inch spacer below the headstock and tailstock allowing for a 6+ inch distance from the spindle/drive center to the lathe bed, thus a 12" swing.

Photo 1:

Comments: with 'ho made stand and the left over chisels
Source: me

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Photo 2:

Comments: aluminum headstock w/new bearings
Source: me again

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Comments: making the stand with the pattern
Source: me again

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Comments: working out the kinks with Kroil
Source: not telling

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