Restoring Jet 1024PY

[Rushton]

Question: I'm working on making sure the lubricants on this little guy are all up to par before I start using it. Can someone confirm for me that the level showing through this oil view port is reading as adequate. Given the way the surface tension has caused the oil level to rise on the clear plate, I'm a little unsure of it...

 

[Rushton]

Can you tell me what size cutting tools are on the lathe? I have a 1024P being shipped and will begin acquiring tools.

That quick mount tool post is an AXA size (series 100), so 3/16" - 1/2" using standard AXA tool holders. See: https://littlemachineshop.com/products/product_related.php?RelatedID=1311965162

 

[cokdnlokd]

After cleaning, lubing, and testing I am pretty impressed with mine as well.