Sheldon SWQE
I have not been around here reading as much as I did last spring. I was still on the look out for a lathe and ran across this one locally. I looked at it last weekend, looked good to me. My machinest...
View ArticleOK, NOW WHAT DO I HAVE?
Greetings! I'm a newbie and this is my first post. Please be gentle! I have a Sheldon lathe and I need some help with its ID. I've looked around the net and haven't found this exact model. I have...
View ArticleSheldon Lathe Identification
I recently acquired a Sheldon Lathe and have what i can make out of a model number and serial number (all be it rather beat up and hard to read). I am trying to make a positive identification so that i...
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anyone have experience with Sheldon lathes, are they any good ? It's a 13x36, what type spindle ? It's on CL I could get my brother to go get it , but he doesn't know much about metal lathes
View ArticleSheldon 13x36 TME
Picked up this lathe everything seemed to work It was used to polish SS pipe by hand " no x slide or compound used" It will need to be dismantled and cleaned real good First ied like to get the...
View ArticleNeed Sheldon 11.25" change box gears
Hello all. This is my first post. I just bought a Sheldon 11.25" lathe. I broke three gears in the change box on the left side. They have no numbers on them. Can anyone help?Does anyone have any...
View ArticleExcessive runout on Sheldon Lathe
Hello! I have a Sheldon model 3-R lathe. It has about 3 thousands of runout when measured using a dial indicator on the outside of the spindle taper which is certainly not great. I knew it always had...
View ArticleSheldon lathe "U" drive
Starting to try to restore a Sheldon LWQU lathe. I'm trying to find a manual, parts breakdown, and how the "U" drive works. Did some searching on the web and really didn't find what I wanted. Didn't...
View Article5C spindle adapter Sheldon UM-56-P 13" swing
Hi folks, I have a question about my lathe that I seem to get a lot of conflicting information on when I scour the internet. It's about the spindle taper dimensions. It's really unclear what exactly I...
View ArticleWheels and pan
On another post, I have a lathe I'm saving. So far everything looks good. Nothing bent, cracked or broken. I need it to be on wheels to move around. Don't have much space. My Craftsman/Atlas ,...
View ArticleSaving a lathe
First post here. Hope it better than other forums I've joined. I'm in the process of trying to save a Sheldon Lathe. It's in a shed that has lost a roof and wall. Stamp on it is LWQU 6827 Rusty, but...
View ArticleComplete HEADSTOCK WITH 6 jaw chuck , no bed $269.00
Found on HGR TODAY this is complete motor , head stock , looks like the bed snapped off at head great parts . If anyone here buys it I'd like the adapter on the back of spindle for collet closer. If...
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Sheldon tail stock
started on the tail stock, any one know how to get the rear bushing with the witness mark ball oiler off tried turning it both ways, no go Is it pressed in ?. Also the pin that stops the quill from...
View ArticleMaybe another one
Got a call today. Guy has another Sheldon lathe he wants to get rid of. Going to see it tomorrow. Running out of room for these things, but I hate to see them go to the dump.
View ArticleOpinions please....
I'm going to take a look at a Sheldon lathe. The price is set firm @ $475. I've never seen a Sheldon first hand, so I did a little reading on lathes.co.uk. No model numbers listed and the gentleman...
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Sheldon R17
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...
View ArticleSheldon Lathe Repair Parts
Here are two listings for a couple of repair or replacement. They look like original Sheldon factory parts. They are too small for the R series lathe, I would have bought them, would work on one of the...
View ArticleMy new Sheldon UXL 46B
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,...
View Article3D printed cross feed nut!
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...
View ArticleSheldon KS ?
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...
View ArticleSheldon Sebastian A5 (13") Backsplash
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...
View ArticleLathe Identification Question
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...
View ArticleNew guy, old lathe...
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...
View ArticleNew Lathe.new Guy On Forum.
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...
View ArticleSheldon 11 inch carriage gib
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...
View ArticleOpinion on Sheldon 11"(Older) Versus 10"(Newer Style)
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,...
View ArticleInfo on Sheldon Vernon horizontal mills
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...
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OLD SHELDON LATHE ASSEMBLY QUESTION
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. Lathe suspect...
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Questions about Sheldon Sebastian 16" model B-6 lathe
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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Well just bought a Sheldon TRB-S56
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...
View ArticleLooking For Feedback On This Potential Purchase: Powr Kraft Model 84 Tlc-2130
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...
View ArticleGR72P questions
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...
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Slow speed adapter for Delta DP-220
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
I've been gifted this lathe, just need to transport it home. If anyone can provide information, would be appreciated. Thanks much, L
View ArticleSheldon lathes
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
View ArticleSheldon Gearmotor Possible Replacement
I posted this message to the Yahoo Sheldon Group, and thought it might be of some interest to Sheldon owners here: As some of you know I have a 1960 Sheldon MW-56-P lathe. This lathe uses a push button...
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What model Sheldon is this?
I posted this in another forum but thought I may get the answer here now that I know it's a Sheldon. Can anyone ID this lathe? Thanks Can you ID this old lathe? I maybe going to look at this old lathe...
View ArticleI have a 10" Sheldon lathe
I can't get the lead screw out of the apron. I can slide the apron to the end of the tailstock, but the it won't come off. Seems like the cylindrical worm gear will slip on the lead screw, but won't go...
View ArticleHorton 6 " 34C chuck
I am trying to take apart a Horton 6" 34C chuck on my Sheldon 10" lathe. This thing comes apart different than those I see on you tube. It is stuck and I've tried everything that I know to take it...
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Help ID this Sheldon Lathe Please
A friend has this Sheldon L56 lathe. Serial TLWQ9670. I have included a few pics as well. Can you tell me about what year, specs, pros and cons, source of parts, manual. I just starting out. Mostly...
View ArticleEXL56B Ball turning attachment advice
Lately I have found the need for a ball turning attachment for my EXL56B. So before I go reinventing the wheel or building one from scratch ( not my first choice) I ask if anyone here has successfully...
View ArticleSheldon Lathe TLC
I just purchased a Sheldon EXL-56-P (EXL-24124) that I believe is in very good condition. Well oiled and all the major functions function. That doesn't mean it's perfect so I have a few things I would...
View ArticleSheldon 10” lathe parts
New at this, please excuse my inexperience. I recently purchased a 10” Sheldon lathe,well used but I would like to use it at home. I am missing half nut and associated pins.Can anyone help me? Also...
View ArticleSheldon vernon vertical Mill?
Hey, Anybody else have a Sheldon/Vernon vertical milling machine?? Art deco in appearance. Originally made to be the crossover machine between a jig borer and a mill. I have had mine for close to ten...
View ArticleEarly Sheldon 10 inch.
I began this post in a different forum, not realizing this Sheldon forum exists. I got hold of an early Sheldon 10 Inch which is listed in a brochure as Model 1020. A relatively standards convention is...
View ArticleSheldon Lathe Taper part needed.
Tapper attachment part needed. Does anyone know where I can get the part circled in red? I'm not sure of the name.It is for my 10" Sheldon Lathe taper attachment. Thanks for your help.
View ArticleEM-56-P Chuck size
I just purchased a Sheldon EM-56-P it currently has a 6“ 3 jaw chuck looking to add a 4 jaw wondering if what the largest size I could run.
View ArticleSheldon ten inch lathe
I picked up a Sheldon ten inch lathe. It was in pieces but appears complete but the for flat belt. This appears to be the older model (I think it is 1020) with the motor behind rather than above. Three...
View ArticleRehab of Sheldon 10 Inch (Early model from 1933/4
Thanks a lot for your prompt interest to my first post on this lathe. The information was helpful as well as the links to OWWM. I have this lathe back together to check its operation and find that the...
View ArticleSheldon-Sebastan
I will try and post some pictures of my B6 Sebastian lathe. Some people wanted to know about the gearing levers. The two on the circle are on the high-low speed and the one on the top is for the...
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