okiebugg
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I have a small chinese metal lathe that I bought several years ago. I've been able to use it after several modifications and repairs.
I've been told that the newer Chinese small lathes are more reliable and can be depended upon to give good results. I mainly use it to make bushinges and turn Teflon bushings, but have used it for thread cutting for kitless pens.
The reason I ask, is if you have a coupon, there is a 25% off sale Sunday only at Harbor Freight. Usually costs $500.00 and I can save $150.00 for it and use the tools I've acquired for my older lathe.
Any comments, suggestions, criticisms would be appreciated.
I've been told that the newer Chinese small lathes are more reliable and can be depended upon to give good results. I mainly use it to make bushinges and turn Teflon bushings, but have used it for thread cutting for kitless pens.
The reason I ask, is if you have a coupon, there is a 25% off sale Sunday only at Harbor Freight. Usually costs $500.00 and I can save $150.00 for it and use the tools I've acquired for my older lathe.
Any comments, suggestions, criticisms would be appreciated.
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