Logan Model 1875 Info

[ACHiPo]

Yes the whole machine was pretty much drenched in oil, the owner was still using it and even when wiped down oil still is seeping out of the apron. I am going to use Boeshield T-9 on it to keep the rust off of it. I have had really good luck down here with Boeshield T-9 and rust prevention. This is a harsh climate and I want to preserve this thing as well as I can.

You might check out this article from Fine Woodworking. They found CRC to be less expensive than Boeshield and work much better in humid environments.

 

[Nogoingback]

Thanks for that info, I keep forgetting they are still in business and have parts. I will be looking them up and ordering one within the next day. I will also ask about a collet closer bar for that machine.

If you call Logan, you can also get a copy of the operator's instructions and parts lists from them. You'll need them if you order parts in the future.

 

[ACHiPo]

If you call Logan, you can also get a copy of the operator's instructions and parts lists from them. You'll need them if you order parts in the future.

Well worth the ~$25!

 

[MBfrontier]

Congratulations HiCap239 on your purchase. I certainly would have bought that machine at that price.

I wouldn't sell the chuck that came with your machine short until you get a chance to measure run-out with a test bar that is known to be true.

I bought a back gear shifter lock key for one of my lathes that I had to fit to get to work. On my other lathe I just used a piece of steel the right thickness to fit in the shifter groove and ground it to shape, drilled a hole, and installed it. Easier than I thought. Since you have the drawing it should be very easy to make your own.

Good luck with your project. I think you will be happy.

 

[Mr Mike]

Hmm.. Go figure, I find a logan 1875 buddy and he hasn't been on since Apr 17 - Thought we could compare some notes, Get some drinks and the next day after I leave his place he realizes he some how misplaced all his tooling by mistake..
Wonder how everything is turning out for him and his new lathe...