Finally pulled the trigger....

[Bigj51]

Well today I finally did it. I pulled the trigger and ordered myself a new lathe. I ordered the JET JML 1014VSI 10-Inch-by-14-Inch Variable Speed Indexing Mini Lathe. I have been using a Carba-Tec Model CML4SE that I bought from Penn State 9-10 years ago. Only 1/4 hp with a 6" swing, so the Jet with a 1/2 hp and a 10" swing will be a big power and size improvement for me. I've been needing to upgrade for a while now and want a good mini lathe, especially since I want to venture into kitless. Every review that I have read on this lathe has been positive, so I hope I made a good choice! The pest price I found on this odel was on Amazon for $477.99. With taxes and shipping my order came to $521.74. Heres the kicker.... I got 1 day shipping for $3.99! :bulgy-eyes: Order is scheduled to be delivered this Friday. I am so very excited! :laugh: So do y'all think I got a good deal?

The Carba-Tec is a #1 MT so I am moving up a size to a #2 MT. What are the big differences/improvements on running a #2 over a #1?

 

[Lenny]

You will find accessories more readily available in #2 morse taper.
I had a Jet mini and loved it! Whisper quiet and smooth running. If it had been the variable spped model like you ordered I might still have it. I'm sure you will be very happy with it!

 

[CharlesJohnson]

I HAVE THIS ONE MINUS THE INDEXING.TO BAD ABOUT THE INDEXING.I ENJOY MINE VERY WELL.HOPE YOU WILL ENJOY YOUR'S AS MUCH AND MORE. DID PUT IN A REVERSING SWITCH.ALSO PUT A FLAP OVER IT HOPING IT WILL REMIND ME NOT TO REVERSE WHILE RUNING.BURNS OUT THE POWER CONTROL BOARD.

 

[joefrog]

Today's the day, we won't see him for a while, LOL.

 

[dbledsoe]

I have one of those. It is great - no noise or vibration at all. Wish I were as good as it is.........

 

[Sgtralph]

strong enough for bat blanks?

Im considering purchasing the same lathe and the extension bed accessory. Any idea if 1/2 hp is strong enough to turn baseball bats on?

 

[KenV]

Im considering purchasing the same lathe and the extension bed accessory. Any idea if 1/2 hp is strong enough to turn baseball bats on?

Have one as well as a big lathe. If you are doing a bat or so, you will do ok. If you are doing several, you will wish for the power to waste wood quickly.

Keep the tool edges super sharp.

 

[Sgtralph]

Im considering purchasing the same lathe and the extension bed accessory. Any idea if 1/2 hp is strong enough to turn baseball bats on?

Have one as well as a big lathe. If you are doing a bat or so, you will do ok. If you are doing several, you will wish for the power to waste wood quickly.

Keep the tool edges super sharp.

I appreciate the response. Maybe I should just hold off until I can get a Delta 46-460. I think I'll need the extra hp.
Thanks.
Ralph

 

[Bigj51]

A picture of it all set up. Oh it is a joy to use!

 

[76winger]

Nice!

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[alamocdc]

Congrats on the upgrade, Jeff!

 

[seamus7227]

Nice purchase! you will love it!

 

[Ted iin Michigan]

Got the same lathe couple months ago. I bet you'll love it! Mine was dead on out of the box. And so quiet I thought it wasn't running at first.