Building a Steam Engine
This is a single action Open Column Twin Cylinder steam engine and actually the first one I ever attempted to build. The design it’s not mine. This is something that … Continue Reading →
Tailstock Die Holder
A Tailstock Die Holder should be among the first projects for the amateur machinist since it’s a very useful tool but also easy to make. By using a hand-held die… Continue Reading →
Ball and Concave turning attachment
Homemade Ball turning attachment by and for Optimum D180 x 300 Vario lathe… Continue Reading →
Milling on the lathe
Milling on lathe | Is it possible? What are the limitations? | Yes milling on the lathe is possible but with a lot of shortcomings and limitations Continue Reading →
Leveling the lathe
Leveling the lathe: How important it is to level my lathe? Leveling the lathe is an absolutely necessary procedure no matter what type of lathe you own. Even with the … Continue Reading →
