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Warco Lathe WM280 Speed reduction / Increased torque drive pulley addition

Having owned a Warco WM280 for some years I was always unhappy with the slow speed,  certain machining tasks require a slow speed and high torque eg. threading work and Drilling holes larger than 13 mm. The slow speed had low torque capability which also caused over current if the rotation was stalled. During a […]

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Lathe Handwheel adaptor – Rapid and slow (higher Torque) winders.

I quickly realised the rear tailstock and the cross slide handwheel (which are common castings from the Chinese seig factory)  are a real nuisance and suffered with a few drawbacks, particularly  when requiring accuracy, speed and drilling larger diameter holes,  The entire hand wheel had to be gripped to apply suitable torque.  In addition it was […]

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Metal Lathe compound rest lever modification

I own a Warco WM 280. The cross slide rotating lever requires a finer operation especially when making a final pass to finish. The tool can stick due to the lack of torque provided by the leverage position of the rotating knob. The Modification should: Have a lever which provides a higher torque and finer adjustment position. […]