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Thread: Rollo Elf
19/03/2014 08:47:50

Thanks for the welcome!

im not too sure how to post pictures on this forum, but will try later.

I fitted the lathe to a worktop when I got it, so I could connect the motor to check it works. there were a few problems! The original tool post is missing, but a perfectly adequate replacement had been made. also there are a few missing parts for the screw cutting facility, but I have no plans to use this so am not too worried! The main problem however was that the lathe did not run true, at all.! I took it in to work ( I rent a workshop from an engineer) and measured the run out at about 0.040! I feared the worst at this point, but after being shown how to adjust the chuck on the backplate, within 10 minutes that had been reduced to 0.0015, which I am told is very good with the 3 jaw chuck!

I must say I am very pleased with thios little lathe. I love the fact it is old and british made, and am looking forward to learning how to use it properly!

17/03/2014 23:48:07

Hi,

I bought the Rollo elf from ebay recently and came across this thread whilst trying to find some more info on the lathe. I am a split cane rodmaker and have bought the lathe to try to learn to make some basic components for my rods. I am a novice when it comes to lathes so if anyone has any tips they can pass on I would be greatful

thanks

Ryan

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