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Unimat Hobby Lathe Restoration

paul ron said:
tailstock riser block on amazon...

Tailstock Riser Block Compatible with EMCO Unimat SL/DB Mini Lathe | Mini lathe height adjustment block for tailstock alignment, compact accessory for hobby machining and small workshop projects - Amazon.com

Tailstock Riser Block Compatible with EMCO Unimat SL/DB Mini Lathe | Mini lathe height adjustment block for tailstock alignment, compact accessory for hobby machining and small workshop projects - Amazon.com
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What's it made of?
 
paul ron said:
it says plastic.

wa da ya think ur gettin for $25?

but for the light work we do, does it matter?... as long as it aligns.
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Looks 3D printed to me; if so I wouldn't want one.

Mustn't forget, the original lathe really was a limited use entry level modellers tool which was capable of much.

OK, there have been all sorts of 'upgrades' developed around it over the years but I feel the SL can be overstressed.

The later Mk3 with the very sturdy cast iron solid bed was a better prospect for more ambitious work.

This is mine...

DSCF1336 After restoration.JPG
 
Masking and painting the cross slide is fiddly work:
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Also, the tool post base (?) was actually cast iron rater than the zinc alloy I've found on the other cast parts. Zinc castings are so accurate I'm guessing some sort of lost wax method.
 
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