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Gp200ts1
11-06-2019, 07:09 PM
Finished my apprenticeship as a fitter turner 30 years ago and just got round to buying my first lathe. Have lots of questions regarding setting it up and getting it running so bear with me. Experienced machinist with cnc milling programming experience too. Had to buy a lathe as the school machines I have had use of is ending as my mate there is retiring.

Lee Roberts
16-07-2019, 05:57 PM
Hi and welcome to the forum!

How's the new lathe coming along, have you started making chips yet?

Gp200ts1
16-07-2019, 06:29 PM
All set up, wired in, levelled and checked. Had to alter the tail stock but otherwise all ok. Will start on a few jobs this weekend. Working away all week condenses the weekend a bit

Lee Roberts
16-07-2019, 08:28 PM
Working away all week condenses the weekend a bit

Yep I know that one!, Np's keep us posted with your progress and don't forget to post in the lathes section :wink: