[h=1]Stronghold Chuck[/h][h=3]This heavy duty chuck is designed for large lathes (16" swing or greater) to provide maximum gripping power![/h]
Yea, I looked a little deeper - there is a spring loaded detent that holds the jaw in place on the EWT Chuck!:nah:Stronghold Chuck
This heavy duty chuck is designed for large lathes (16" swing or greater) to provide maximum gripping power!
I will bet somebody at the Carolina Mountain Wood turners knows or maybe already did a review on them!
That would be good Jerry - we were thinking about the chucks too One-way, EWT etc....Tom Hintz has probably done a review on those lathes.
Jerry
In the meantime I've got this question; how much power is enough? 1.5hp or do you need to go to 2hp.
Sorry we have gone a little "Far-a-field" on your original post, unfortunately it happens.The amount of knowledge you guys have in your heads is overwhelming. Looked at Oneway and Robust. Had no idea!!!! What incredible eye candy. Not sure I'd grow into one of these before I pass. I think this might be like my first sports car. I started with one in mind but was told to keep test driving until the car spoke to me. My dream car was a terrible disappointment. After several brands, I found myself in a Porsche.
In the meantime I've got this question; how much power is enough? 1.5hp or do you need to go to 2hp. I set my shop to be capable of working with exotics and hardwoods. 5ph table saw, 5hp 21" band saw have given me great options. When it comes to turning I'm looking to do the same thing. I don't want to undersize my choice and in fact it appears that the icing is more important than the cake. this discussion has really opened my eyes.
I'm getting into this discussion a little late. I don't own a Powermatic, but have turned on one in 5 classes at John Campbell Folk School. They are great lathes, but, I think that the Jet 2hp 1642 is the best bang for the buck. I have a Oneway 2436 and 2 Oneway 1224's. I also have the Robust Liberty. I have 2 small Jets(1220 and the 1221VS). I am basically lathe poor. Two shops equals two setups. I do agree with the others who think that the 3520 is priced a little high, but, it is still a solid performer. The accessories add up really fast, starting with chucks, when you get tired of changing jaws and tell yourself that you need another chuck. I have Talons for my smaller lathes and Strongholds for my big lathe. I feel that the Talons will work well on the 3520, once you get the first big bowl or platter out of your system. I do most of my turning on my 1224. I love that little lathe. Good luck on what you decide.
Joe
That's a very accurate generalization. i couldn't agree more. Better made machines with a Reeves drive speed changing system last a lot longer before they give trouble and need rebuilding.he system is very trouble prone, no matter the brand.
Pop
The question is whether these things add up to $1,300 of improvement...probably a judgment call IMO.