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Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Lathe, Wood
Machine Size:	12' bed
Submitted By:	Kevin Leeser

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	Porch Post Lathe
Date of Manufacturer:	1900?
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Last Updated	2/24/2019 10:39:39 PM

Comments:

I have rebuilt this old giant, but i really need your help since i have "inherited" in its fully rusted out, with very little wood left, condition.
There are no manufacturers markings or anything indicating make or model.
I am using vinegar to get the rust off, and all parts that need to move, are moving very well now.
I am just a big confused about how to build the bed that everything will sit on and get fastened too, so if anyone has a suggestion,
I'm all ears!!!

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Comments: a freeze frame of the assembled lathe spinning a log
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Photo 2:

Comments: the back side of the chuck, prior to rust removal
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Comments: headstock, steel bed rails, and tool rest, prior to rust removal!
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Comments: tail stock on 2' sections of bed rail, this might be how it was assembled?
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Comments: looking toward tailstocl, I am planning on placing two 2x8's on edge under each rail then running cross members across the gap, unless you have seen one of these put together differently!
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Comments: assembled lathe with 34" maple post being repaired
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