MT5 to 5C insert for my 13" south bend

Rangerjoe2

Rangerjoe2

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Guys I need some help. I bought a milling attachment for my 13" south bend and need some info on what to look for when buying a MT5 to 5C spindle sleeve. I've read that some of them won't fit and I need some guidance. My lathe has the D1-4 camloc spindle. Is there a certain measurement that I need so I can get the right one?
 
Not to be dumb, but why not use a collet chuck like what Grizzly sells?

As for the Morse Taper question, there is a 4.5 special used on many Southbends. Some people have stated that it really is just a 5 that has the tailcut off and faced off on the frt. I can not confirm that, as my lathe is a Jet clone and it uses a #5 that has been trimmed on both ends. I needed a spindle adapter sleeve and was able to get one to try and it that fits properly and measured it. I then bought a new one and cut it down. $10 cost
Pierre
 
Furpo,

Thanks for the info. I have a 4.5.

I'm trying to keep run out and cost to a minimum, which is why I'm going with the sleeve. I'm going to make my own draw bar etc for it.
 
Rangerjoe2 said:
Furpo,

Thanks for the info. I have a 4.5.

I'm trying to keep run out and cost to a minimum, which is why I'm going with the sleeve. I'm going to make my own draw bar etc for it.
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Ok that makes sense to me. No moneybags in my closet either.
Pierre
 
Ok so I don't have a 4 1/2! Apparently the taper on south bends is specific to them. Nice. The search begins.
 
Yes, it is a proprietary South Bend Taper.

I thought the sleeves were very get-able though? I thought when they did show up, they were usually $50?


Bernie
 
Just remember, any SB from heavy 10 to 16 inch all have the same spindle.
ANY South Bend with 2-1/4 -8tpi spindle.


Bernie
 
I would defiantly pay $50 for one for my 16” if someone knows of one!
I have a MT# 4.5 to 5C Collet for sale!
Furpo
 
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