Lathe Maintenance
George VondriskaDescription
Lathes take a lot of abuse from the moisture from wood turnings, and it’s a good idea to care for your lathe as part of a routine maintenance effort. Woodworking expert George Vondriska shows how he keeps his lathe running at peak performance at all times. A WoodWorkers Guild of America (WWGOA) original video.
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What are the two products that you are specifically using for rust prevention and lubrication of the lathe bed?
Hi George, I'm pretty much a newbie on the lathe and I did lubricate the bed with dry silicone spray. The problem is, now when I tighten my mandrel to turn a pen, the tailstock keeps moving back and then I get chatter when I turn the piece. Any idea what I'm doing wrong?
What are some product names for de-rusting and lubricating the woodworking machines?