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Offline jobandboyce

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Decision Time
« on: April 03, 2019, 02:56:02 PM »
Hello every one I am new to the forum so forgive an errors that I make. I have had a VB36 for some years now and have finally come to the conclusion that I either need to buy a tailstock for it or sell it and buy smaller standard type lathe. I am not a prolific turner just now and then and have never sold any of my work only ever given it away.
As I have had the VB some years I have no idea what is a fair price for one (serial No 1439) or what I should be paying for a second hand tailstock (if I can find one)
I would be grateful for any comments / advice
Robert :)
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Offline Lazurus

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Re: Decision Time
« Reply #1 on: April 03, 2019, 05:05:22 PM »
I also have a Big Green Monster and wouldn't part with it for any price, have a hunt for a tailstock, try some of the VB forums or contact the tool post as the uk importer for a new one.... Ouch
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Offline John Plater

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Re: Decision Time
« Reply #2 on: April 03, 2019, 07:25:02 PM »
Yes, I agree. The moment you sell it you may regret doing so !
ATB John
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If I had a better lathe, I would be able to show my ineptitude more effectively.

Offline Wood spinner

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Re: Decision Time
« Reply #3 on: April 04, 2019, 02:31:02 PM »
Sell the one you have and waite until a long bed comes up for sale , Some on this forum at the moment
http://www.awgb.co.uk/awgbforum/index.php/topic,5786.0.html
« Last Edit: April 04, 2019, 02:35:46 PM by Wood spinner »
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Offline hughie

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Re: Decision Time
« Reply #4 on: April 11, 2019, 10:14:10 AM »
You probably have one of the best lathes on the market. I would bide my time and look for a second hand tailstock, especially if new overly expensive.
Put it bluntly you have a Rolls Royce and your contemplating a Ford.
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