Run the machine and listen for bearing noises, it should sound fairly quiet and smooth. But you may be able to purchase it directly from Myford if you want to have it.Īs for looking at the machine itself look at the following: The one you're looking at may not have the optional back gear assembly. Check out this exploded diagram to help explain it The Myford has a stepped pulley for most speed changes and an optional backgear assembly that allows you to step speeds down to a lower range (think like a transfer box on a Land Rover). The back gear the guy was talking about is on the gearbox. Sorry for the long winded ramblings but I am a complete novice and know nothing. Second question is what should I be looking at in terms of wear and what should I make sure I have to have a "plug and play" machine? I did ring myford and spoke to one of their tech guys and was told that the speed range wouldn't go below 500 rpm but I could use "back gears?" to slow it down to about 95 rpm. The guy in the shop told me that some of the gear ranges wouldn't be available but wouldn't be a prob. The description of the machine says MYFORD SUPER 7 3 1/2" x 19", change wheels, clutch, 3 jaw chuck, face plate bench machine, single pulley on motor drive only. I haven't been to see the machine yet (prob tomorrow) and just wanted a few bits of basic info to know what I am looking for
and similar prices else where depending what comes with them. I have seen on that is very cheap for a myford super 7 (£925) second hand obviously but all there other machines from the same place are double that.
#Myford super 7 lathe weight upgrade
I have been advised to get a myford lathe as parts are widely available, good quality machine and would be able to upgrade as I progress in skill with out having to buy a whole new lathe as well as being versatile. I thought I would get into model engineering as I remember seeing stationary steam engines as a kid and pestered my parents for kits every Christmas. Hi all, winter is here and im looking for a hobby to keep me occupied in the coming months b4 I can start on the rover again.
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