I am planning on building a lathe for big bowls (36"). Will a regular chuck work, or do they make bigger wood chucks? Any advice on big turnings is welcome!
Bill,
Did you see the 39" lathe for sale posted recently on the forum?
http://www.aawforum.org/vbforum/showthread.php?11872-Selling-my-huge-Nichols-lathe
A 39" bowl? Maybe there's a market for high-end baby baths!
Once its balanced, I use 4" jaws on a Oneway Stronghold. I've looked at their larger jaws, but they lack the serrations which gives them great bite. No issues so far. Just really crank it down hard.
Been reading this thread with much interest. A 39 inch bowl would be great for an ice cream snack while watching the ballgame.
I am planning on building a lathe for big bowls (36"). Will a regular chuck work, or do they make bigger wood chucks? Any advice on big turnings is welcome!
I am planning on building a lathe for big bowls