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Old 11-25-2008, 02:28 PM
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Default Setting up old craftsman 12" lathe

Having enclosed my shop I'm going to bring my old Craftsman lathe over that I've not used in about 20 years. I've decided to make some firepistons and think the lathe would useful.
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Old 11-25-2008, 02:41 PM
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I agree - it would make fire pistons in short order...make sure the bed is level in all directions and not twisted on the foundation.
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