Just scheduled with the neurosurgeon for round seven on my decaying spine. Big fun times. I have myself 98% talked into a Vicmarc VL240 for the advantage of the pivoting head and the ability to stand facing the work instead of leaning over the ways or working with my arms out. I primarily turn bowls and platters, so I’m focusing on a machine to help me get comfortable in that realm. I’ll keep my old lathe for spindle work.
Questions…
Does anyone know the capacity of the VL240 at 30 degrees? I do turn some larger platters and bowls approaching 24”, not as a habit, but it happens and I would like to have that ability.
Should I give more thought to setting up at the end of a sliding headstock lathe? I see setups with dropped extensions that allow larger work without wrestling outriggers or stand alone rests, but really don’t know which manufacturer(s) to explore.
I know there are more than a few bad backs out there, hoping for a little feedback. Thanks!
Questions…
Does anyone know the capacity of the VL240 at 30 degrees? I do turn some larger platters and bowls approaching 24”, not as a habit, but it happens and I would like to have that ability.
Should I give more thought to setting up at the end of a sliding headstock lathe? I see setups with dropped extensions that allow larger work without wrestling outriggers or stand alone rests, but really don’t know which manufacturer(s) to explore.
I know there are more than a few bad backs out there, hoping for a little feedback. Thanks!