I have been turning on a Delta 46-460 lathe for two years. Recently the speed controller has started to go bad. Replacing the speed controller if I can find the part will be expensive so I’m thinking of upgrading to a Laguna 1836 lathe or 1216 with the bed extension. From what I read with the extension mounted on the opposite side of the head stock it increases the swing to 16”.
The 1216 would be fine for me if there is enough power to do bowls up to 16”. Does anyone have any experience outboard turning on this lathe?
The 1216 would be fine for me if there is enough power to do bowls up to 16”. Does anyone have any experience outboard turning on this lathe?