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AyrMan57

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Hello All, my name is Dean "AKA" AyrMan

I've been a life long gear-head and always loved anything mechanical. I've worked as a HVAC Technican / machanic for the last 38 years. Ive had the pleasure of working on and learning about just about every type equipment and system to be found in commercial and industrial buildings. Most would be surprised what a HVAC tech gets involved in.
I've always had general home workshop setup in the garage, now working on expanding a little. I've obtained a South Bend Heavy 10 lathe that I plan on restoring. I love old machinery and can't wait to get started. The hardest part has been making room for the new toy. That part almost done. Hope to be sharing some photos and asking many questions going forward.

Thanks All,
Dean
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Welcome to the forum. This is a great place to get your feet wet & get advanced advice as well. The people here are very respectful, encouraging, knowledgeable, & willing to help.

Congratulations on the new to you machine. She's a beauty.
 
Hi Dean,

Welcome to the site. It sounds like you will fit right here!
Congratulations on the "new" lathe.

-brino
 
retired A/C mechanic, I have had my 11" rockwell lathe for about 15 years, and the Burke Millrite mill. Just sold the Burke and got an old bridgeport with the J head and just started the Dro install on the mill x is up and running. Air Conditioning in California is nothing like it was when I first started.
 
Thanks for the warm welcome everyone!

I bet Ed and I could sure share some great air conditioning story's from the good old' days before anyone knew what ozone was.
Series 1 Bridgeport j head is also on my wish list. I have a spot all picked out for it, some remodeling and new door install required though. I owe my wife a kitchen remodel first, planing that this spring to stay out of the dog house..

Nice hearing from all you.
 
last year spent 4 month remodeling the kitchen, laundry, 2 bathrooms and bedroom and everyday she is reminded of all the work I did last year. Maybe next year the outside of the house. long over due. Y axis installed today and maybe the Zee axis tomorrow. Make her happy and she will make your life happy
 
AyrMan57 said:
Hello All, my name is Dean "AKA" AyrMan

I've been a life long gear-head and always loved anything mechanical. I've worked as a HVAC Technican / machanic for the last 38 years. Ive had the pleasure of working on and learning about just about every type equipment and system to be found in commercial and industrial buildings. Most would be surprised what a HVAC tech gets involved in.
I've always had general home workshop setup in the garage, now working on expanding a little. I've obtained a South Bend Heavy 10 lathe that I plan on restoring. I love old machinery and can't wait to get started. The hardest part has been making room for the new toy. That part almost done. Hope to be sharing some photos and asking many questions going forward.

Thanks All,
Dean
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Welcome to the Group. Have any questions feel free to post or jump in with a reply. There are no dumb questions only those not asked.

Bill
 
Hi Dean
I restored my 10L last year turned out real nice , if you get the refurbish book and felt kit from eBay
It will be a rewarding project. My biggest problem with the restore was taper attachment parts , you won't have to worry about that and that's probably good.
I'm down the road from you a bit pm me if you need any help with it.
 
Thanks guys,
Defiantly getting that eBay felt kit and instructions, had my eye on as well. Been picking up a few accessorys and parts as they come up, mostly on eBay. My tail stock was missing the quill, I bought a complete tail stock with a good quill, newer style without the oil dauber. I kinda like the older style better not sure if quills are interchangeable haven't tried it yet.
The other big item missing is pedestal door for the primary under drive belt access. I've seen a few come up for 13 and 16 inch SBL , so fare none for mine. I'll probably end up just making one.
Hoping to get started after New Years.

Dean
 
Your now on the best site ,with all the help you will need to get your new lathe and soon to be more machinery. The lathe is just the bait you bit now your hooked. Welcome to you and good luck in machine shop endevers. We're here to help just hollar .
 
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