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Myford lathe #778048
26/05/23 06:56 PM
26/05/23 06:56 PM
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Chester, UK
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I miss work for only one thing and that’s the fine collection of machine equipment at my disposal. When I retired I ‘bought’ a little Chester’s lathe that has served me well but it’s limitations are a bit frustrating at times

So I have a hankering after a myford ML7. There’s no logical reason why but I have the feeling that I’d be happier with the Myford than the Chesters

And yes I fully understand the merits of each and the limitations of both.

I guess it a bit like I have a desire for an Omega moonwatch but it won’t tell the time any better than my Seiko!

………….


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Re: Myford lathe [Re: Grumpy2] #778051
26/05/23 07:48 PM
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My son has one. Wants to sell it as he's discovered children and being penniless now..


Steve
Re: Myford lathe [Re: Grumpy2] #778058
26/05/23 08:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Grumpy2
And yes I fully understand the merits of each and the limitations of both.
I guess it a bit like I have a desire for an Omega moonwatch but it won’t tell the time any better than my Seiko!

I always had a hankering after a helical cutting planer/thicknesser instead of the straight cutter one, so I swapped in the Black Friday sale. Similar problem to the above.

Last edited by BobtheTrain; 26/05/23 08:35 PM.

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Re: Myford lathe [Re: Grumpy2] #778062
27/05/23 01:28 AM
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During my Tech. days many many years ago, we had Myfords, but was not keen on them, probably because they were well used (abused) by previous students. My preference was for DSG's for medium work and for precision work we had Hardinge centre lathes also Hardinge centerless turret lathes. I worked in the Aerospace industry mid sixties early seventies.

I would expect for home use the Myford would be perfect.

Re: Myford lathe [Re: Grumpy2] #778063
27/05/23 05:51 AM
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If you do go for a Myford lathe, then seek out a Super 7 model with quick change gearbox. It’s much better and you won’t regret it.

Re: Myford lathe [Re: Grumpy2] #778071
27/05/23 09:44 AM
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My old Myford 'M' type .... 1946 and still going strong ... pic reminds me that corner of the workshop needs digging out! 🙂 ... admittedly I don't do much precision work but it's ideal for general turning.


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K

Re: Myford lathe [Re: Grumpy2] #778074
27/05/23 11:15 AM
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You will not go wrong with a myford mine is from 1951 and still going strong (a bit like triggers broom) re-ground bed and sliders and a new chuck and motor.

you can still buy a new Myford ML7/super7 etc. a firm in Halifax bought all the old stock and assembles new ones for sale, about £12,000 I think. they also sell every part you could want for a ml7

David Byrne

Re: Myford lathe [Re: Image] #778083
27/05/23 05:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Image
My old Myford 'M' type .... 1946 and still going strong ... pic reminds me that corner of the workshop needs digging out! 🙂 ... admittedly I don't do much precision work but it's ideal for general turning.


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K

Please stop...I've always wanted a small lathe for bit's 'n bobs, and now you've rekindled the 'what if' smile


Jon M
Re: Myford lathe [Re: Grumpy2] #778085
27/05/23 06:35 PM
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250 quid well spent! ... does all I need and being belt drive is nice and forgiving ... belt slips before there's too much destruction if you get over-enthusiastic or under-observant! 🙂

K

Re: Myford lathe [Re: Image] #778093
27/05/23 09:35 PM
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Originally Posted by CooperMan
Originally Posted by Image
My old Myford 'M' type .... 1946 and still going strong ... pic reminds me that corner of the workshop needs digging out! 🙂 ... admittedly I don't do much precision work but it's ideal for general turning.


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K

Please stop...I've always wanted a small lathe for bit's 'n bobs, and now you've rekindled the 'what if' smile


I don't know how you can live without a lathe.

Originally Posted by Image
belt slips before there's too much destruction if you get over-enthusiastic or under-observant! 🙂

K

Thats true but funny. Been there a few times!
Cheers
John

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