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Sheldon R17

January 6, 2018, 9:29 am
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Hello,

Here is this months project. Cleanup, paint, fix a couple leaks. Hopefully she'll last me the rest of my life.

I am having trouble finding when my machine was built. Pls help :)

I'm hoping someone here can point me in the right direction. I need a new thread chase gear too.

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Sheldon Lathe Repair Parts

January 16, 2018, 5:00 pm
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My new Sheldon UXL 46B

February 11, 2018, 1:37 pm
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Hi all. I've already learned a lot from this site, practical machinist, as well as the usual suspect youtube machinists. And finally I was able to get myself a lathe!

I joined the Sheldon yahoo group, and john told me this was a 1959 version of the Underdrive 10". A friend helped me get it home and into my unheated garage, where I'll be cleaning it up before (hopefully) moving it to my basement. It runs fine, and is nice and quiet. The U drive works fine and shifts into all of the...

My new Sheldon UXL 46B
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3D printed cross feed nut!

March 21, 2018, 11:53 pm
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OK… here it is… my new cross feed nut arrived today! It looks an exact match for the original, other than the hole in the original is off center (as you can see in one of the pictures). If I had purchased an Atlas or South Bend I probably would have simply purchased one on ebay or something. And... Sheldon parts are not that easy to come by.

I told Dennis at FDM prints (FDMprints@gmail.com) that I had almost a half turn of backlash. I sent along the screw so he could make...

3D printed cross feed nut!
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Sheldon KS ?

March 22, 2018, 8:44 pm
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So guys, it looks like unless I regain my saneity, I'll soon be purchaseing a Sheldon KS lathe. It's about 7 hrs away from me, but local to my brother, so I GOT HIM TO CHECK IT OUT FOR ME. I looked on lathes.co.uk,,,n vintage machinery.org,,, but very little info there. Anybody have any more info,,, or experience with this model lathe. Pretty sure is an older lathe,,,possibly 30s or 40s... TKS
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Sheldon Sebastian A5 (13") Backsplash

March 27, 2018, 12:09 pm
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Guys,

I've had a Sheldon Sebastian A5 for about a year of functional use now, and I'm starting to think seriously about some additions to it. Specifically, I really want to put a backsplash on it to keep chips contained and give me a place to hang quick change tooling. I've attached a picture of my lathe and some of my restrictions below.

I haven't seen many backsplash builds for older lathes out there, and the few I have seen seemed to just skip all the sheet metal work, or use other...

Sheldon Sebastian A5 (13") Backsplash
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Lathe Identification Question

April 11, 2018, 5:29 pm
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I have an older, (possibly surplus) Sheldon Lathe and it doesn't have a model tag anywhere I can find. It does have a serial number of KTQ 9464 stamped on the bed. Wondering what model it is and any other information the members can provide. I believe it is a 10 inch lathe and the bed length is around 46 inches from the head to the end of the bed.

Looking for a manual and what accessories might have been available.
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New guy, old lathe...

April 14, 2018, 8:03 pm
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Hello! Bopping around looking for information on this old Sheldon lathe I picked up... already subscribed to the Sheldonlathe yahoo group, and went through the files there and found a little info, but not as much as I had hoped! It is a 10x for sure (haven't measured it yet)... looks like someone made some aftermarket adjustments, but nothing terrible.

Anyway, most of the important parts seem to be there... the motor (and pulley) are certainly new... all the gears appear to be in great...

New guy, old lathe...
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New Lathe.new Guy On Forum.

April 14, 2018, 10:43 pm
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looking for info on Sheldon lathe catalog number TC-354. 10"with 54 "bed.serial number places it made 51 or 52.found at cherry point air station 35-40 years ago by civil employee.shop made slide and compound.1 1/2 x 8 spindle.twin lever gearbox.getting ready to clean her up.been looking and learning for awhile.lots of smart folks here
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Sheldon 11 inch carriage gib

April 15, 2018, 4:48 pm
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My 11 inch K model Sheldon does not appear to have a carriage Gib and in the similar parts lists it does not show this lathe using one. When cutting and in particular parting there seems to be some upward movement in the carriage which I can see if I lift on the handwheel. Any suggestions on how to minimize this movement?
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Opinion on Sheldon 11"(Older) Versus 10"(Newer Style)

July 30, 2018, 5:26 am
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I am looking at a 1940s 11" Sheldon with what appears to be a 1 3/8 spindle in plain bearings and single tumbler QC gear box. Seems like a good price for what comes with it. Two chucks, 5c collets, taper attachment, milling attachment, faceplates, tool post grinder and (sphering tool???) BUT I really wanted a 10" with the roller bearings and double tumbler Gearbox.

How does the older model stack up against the newer model?

Any specific problems I should look for on the older model...

Opinion on Sheldon 11"(Older) Versus 10"(Newer Style)
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Info on Sheldon Vernon horizontal mills

September 3, 2018, 7:56 pm
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I'm planning to look over a Sheldon Vernon horizontal mill this weekend. The small footprint appears pretty well matched to my basement work area. No special need or job intended for this machine, but it sure looks useful.

If there's anyone with experience with this machine, can you please advise on any particular areas that I should be watching out/checking over before purchasing. I'm presently aware of the small table and the odd collet size. Machine appears to have a decent vise...

Info on Sheldon Vernon horizontal mills
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OLD SHELDON LATHE ASSEMBLY QUESTION

January 25, 2019, 10:14 pm
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Took my grandpa's lathe apart and moved it, it set for 2 yrs before I assembled it again. got it all back together but have an EXTRA! part. looking for some help to find where it goes.
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If anyone can help that would be great.
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Questions about Sheldon Sebastian 16" model B-6 lathe

February 19, 2019, 9:35 am
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I'm looking at a Sheldon Sebastian 16" model B-6 lathe and would like to find more information on it if possible.

Here's the lathe: It's a 16" swing by 39" bed (not sure if that 30" is between centers?

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My first questions have to do with the chuck.
  1. How does this chuck attach to the lathe? Is it easy to remove?
  2. On the front, are there pieces of the jaws missing?
  3. Can you make custom soft jaws that will screw onto the...
Questions about Sheldon Sebastian 16" model B-6 lathe
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Well just bought a Sheldon TRB-S56

March 1, 2019, 10:40 am
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I probably paid a little more than its worth considering the had it listed for 1300 and i offered him 900 and he took it, but I hope it is good. Bought site unseen just pictures. I'll share those, most probably saw them on Ebay already though. Looking for a manual but this site says I am not allowed to look at that section for some reason.

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Well just bought a Sheldon TRB-S56
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Looking For Feedback On This Potential Purchase: Powr Kraft Model 84 Tlc-2130

March 16, 2019, 8:16 pm
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I've been shopping for a while, but the Portland Oregon machine market is not the most friendly. Anyway, I've been in contact with someone recently, and he seems to be a straight shooter. He's recently moved and doesn't have the space for the lathe, but would like to see it go to someone who'll get use out of it. The down side is that it is partially disassembled, but I much prefer this kind of deal to the "I'll give it to the first person with cash" mentality, since I actually live about...

Looking For Feedback On This Potential Purchase: Powr Kraft Model 84 Tlc-2130
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GR72P questions

March 26, 2019, 5:38 pm
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Hi,
I have a Sheldon GR72P that I am trying to get the motor running using a VFD, and I need to access the front of the motor by opening the front door of the pedestal base. To gain access, I need to remove the spindle speed selector shifter. I was wondering if any of you have ever removed the spindle speed selector lever that passes through the access door. The drownings (parts list) I am looking at show a taper in and or a set screw ????? I cannot see a set screw and the hole is the same...

GR72P questions
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Slow speed adapter for Delta DP-220

April 15, 2019, 12:16 pm
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I finally got around to making a slow speed adapter for my Delta DP-220. I found the pulley on eBay, and made the rest, here are some pictures. Next is a table lifting device, already have it designed =)

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Newbie gifted a Sebastian

April 19, 2019, 10:44 am
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I've been gifted this lathe, just need to transport it home.

If anyone can provide information, would be appreciated.
Thanks much,
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Sheldon lathes

April 20, 2019, 11:06 pm
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Hi I have a Sheldon model # XL-56 with a 10 inch swing,I need Precision bearings for the headstock. I know they are expensive I like to know where to purchase them, any help will be appreciated. GS
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