New Guy from MA with a 13" SB

34_40 said:
What is the tool holder you're going to use?
Do you have a tool post that'll hold a 1/2" toolbit? I don't see why you'd need a bit that large, but it also depends what you're working on/with.

I'd have suggested 3/8"
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I have a Phase II quick change, model 250-222. The 1/2" tool bit will fit but I agree it seems large for this lathe.
 
One of the nice things with a large bit is it'll not flex like a narrower bit.
But again, it really depends what you're working on / with.
I have some 1/2" but I've only used it when I had to really reach out to sneak the bit in between 2 other faces.
 
I finally mounted up my Trav-a-dial. The other one i had bought off e-bay was broken so i returned it and got this one which is in really nice condition. The bracket is just some left over 3/8" plate steel that i had laying around.

-Chris

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