Jet 1014 cobbled together .. thoughts

[FLTurn]

Afternoon,

Looking around marketplace to find my first lathe, decided don't wanna put much into it in case don't stay with it.. already started Post about a different 12x21 Jet with accessories about 750.00 that's local to me and was told it would be good first lathe in pen turning thread here.
Anyway I came across this 1014 that has external capacitor and welded extension.. anyone ever seen anything like it? Or know reason why? If it runs good could it be good lathe purchase for $150.00. Then I'd get a chuck spindle jaws on marketplace hopefully cheap and for under cost of new lathe by itself? Or just better to stick with 12x21 that I have attached photos.. not sure I want to spend quite that much initially and might look at cheaper central machinery or delta Rockwell or off brand lathes, or as always you get what you pay for buy once cry once be happier with better lathe making better turning experience saying. Goal currently would be pen turning and some billy clubs as I've made 2 pens at Rockler before and bought a turned Billy club from a local gentlemen. Just don't wanna put bunch money out there and not stick with it if possible and could buy something not as expensive and still have enjoyable turning experience.

 

[d_bondi]

That smaller Jet is quite old. The capacitor cobbled onto it just can't be good and I don't love the welded on extension.

But... my main issue with this one is that in order to change the speed you will have to move the belt. It doesn't seem like much, but trust me, you will tire of it quickly.

 

[jttheclockman]

I would not touch that lathe.

 

[GaryMGg]

Buy once. Cry once.
If you don't stick with it, resale shouldn't be difficult for you.

 

[MrG_NY]

I would go with the 12x21 lathe. Your getting almost everything you need to start turning.

 

[Curly]

Buy the Jet. If it turns out you don't stick with it you'll get most of your money back when you sell it. Harder to do with a cobbled together oddball.

 

[FLTurn]

I would go with the 12x21 lathe. Your getting almost everything you need to start turning.

When you almost everything, what else would I need to get? Also is there a thread or website that lists what to look. For when considering a lathe so i can learn about it better for myself?

 

[jttheclockman]

When you almost everything, what else would I need to get? Also is there a thread or website that lists what to look. For when considering a lathe so i can learn about it better for myself?

Relax is the word I have for you. As mentioned the better one is the 1221 because it has many things you need to get started. Now depending what you want to do because if you want to start pen turning then there are things needed for this. This is the site for those questions. You will find a ton of info in the library here. There were articles written for what a beginner pen turner may need to get started. There are list of sources to get pen kits materials used to make pens. Differences in makes of materials and how easy to turn. It will take some work on your part to scan through these things. But if you are serious then we all will help you. As for selling if you do not like this it is alot easier to sell a know unit that has been around for a long time instead of someone garbage to make it work. No offence but no idea what they did and how well it will run on those modifications.

Go click on Resourses in blue heading and click on Library. When opened look to the left side of the page and click on catagories. That will give you a list of topics to search through. Click on Pen Turing 101 and start there. There is so much info gathered here over the years. Nowhere else can you find such a wealth of info and then you have a whole cast of charachters here willing to help and guide you. But as with all aspects in life you will find there is more than one way to get to finish line. This is where you try things for yourself and decide on your own. remember the golden rule though, if it feels unsafe to do then it probably is so do not attempt. This trial thing will take patience and time to really see if you want to do it. If you bail early that is on you. No one here can help that. Believe me we seen many come and then leave as fast as they came. Good luck.

 

[dschem]

I would go with the 12x21 lathe. Your getting almost everything you need to start turning.

I would agree with this. You should be able to get back what you pay for with reselling it if you decide it's not for you… but let's be for real… you'll love it

 

[FLTurn]

Relax is the word I have for you. As mentioned the better one is the 1221 because it has many things you need to get started. Now depending what you want to do because if you want to start pen turning then there are things needed for this. This is the site for those questions. You will find a ton of info in the library here. There were articles written for what a beginner pen turner may need to get started. There are list of sources to get pen kits materials used to make pens. Differences in makes of materials and how easy to turn. It will take some work on your part to scan through these things. But if you are serious then we all will help you. As for selling if you do not like this it is alot easier to sell a know unit that has been around for a long time instead of someone garbage to make it work. No offence but no idea what they did and how well it will run on those modifications.

Go click on Resourses in blue heading and click on Library. When opened look to the left side of the page and click on catagories. That will give you a list of topics to search through. Click on Pen Turing 101 and start there. There is so much info gathered here over the years. Nowhere else can you find such a wealth of info and then you have a whole cast of charachters here willing to help and guide you. But as with all aspects in life you will find there is more than one way to get to finish line. This is where you try things for yourself and decide on your own. remember the golden rule though, if it feels unsafe to do then it probably is so do not attempt. This trial thing will take patience and time to really see if you want to do it. If you bail early that is on you. No one here can help that. Believe me we seen many come and then leave as fast as they came. Good luck.

Thank you very much for all the advice.

 

[MrG_NY]

When you almost everything, what else would I need to get? Also is there a thread or website that lists what to look. For when considering a lathe so i can learn about it better for myself?

When I said almost everything, it was based on looking at what is included. You can setup and start turning spindles and bowls with what is included. If you had to go buy all that's included you would be into this for considerably more money. What I don't see included is a pen mandrel which you will need to turn pens. Price out an inexpensive lathe, a set of inexpensive chisels and chuck etc and see how quick it adds up. For what's included in that price all in is a good deal.

See if there is a turners group near you, you can find one via the woodturner.org (American Association of Woodturners). The clubs allow guests to a meeting to see if you want to join. If you do join it's a great resource for learning and member mentoring.