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My first impressions of my brand new Grizzly G0766 wood lathe. I hope you enjoy! I was wrong about one thing in this video. The tool rest banjo will accept a 1 inch post. This was a recent change to the tool rest banjo. Sorry for the confusion.

[@1972mexico]

Stephen Ogle! Glad to see you are back.May you have health,wealth and strength to use your new lathe. Glad to see you back happy turning with your new lathe.

[@MikeWaldt]

That is one beast of a machine Stephen. Welcome back... looking forward to what you're going to produce on it. Take care Mike

[@williamdevlin7667]

Have the 766. Have had it for a while. I like it and it’s done well. Our club bought 6. We drilled out the banjo for 1” rests. My quill was stiff and finally jammed up. I had to remove it and ream the hole and sand the quill rod. It now,moves nice and slick. You’ll find it has an electronic whine. We changed a parameter and quieted it right down. Robust made us some rests that have the correct stem height.

[@tompalmer334]

Happy for you Steven I have an old G696 the 18 inch one 2 horse I have been using this one about well I got it in 2006 12 years never missed a lick great lathe I would love a new lathe but mine is still running like new so I will continue to go with it I’ll get one when it dies and not be fixed

[@PohlBarnProductions]

Glad your Back, It's obvious you are happy with your new lathe I like it too !, can't wait to see your next video of your first turning on it. recently picked up a new lathe myself, I'm lovin it as I'm sure you will yours also.

[@markchoitz443]

thanks for the review and enjoy your new machine, I am still on the 462 but after 6 years it's starting to complain so maybe some day soon I'll step up to the 766 - happy and safe turning Stephen!

[@stubrearley9220]

Wow. that looks great. I'm real jealous. Great to see you back again, looking forward to seeing some new videos.

[@caseyprudhomme5270]

I have missed watching your videos. It's nice to see you back. I have learned a lot watching them

[@oldcodger3509]

Great to see you back Stephen!!! Congrats on your new lathe! ALWAYS nice to have a new/lager lathe w/new features! Looking forward to your new videos! Enjoy and safe turning to you always!

[@donovanbailey4398]

Absolutely great to see you back in action again, Stephen. I thoroughly enjoy all of your good work and look forward to seeing you scuff up the paint on your new lathe.

[@adamethridge9023]

Glad to see you back. I've only been turning for about 6 months and love watching your videos.

[@matthewnelson3038]

Happy to see you back on the shop with the camera. Nice lathe!

[@buckpermenter7844]

Congrats on the new lathe. You will love it. Have had mine for a couple years with no issues. Glad to see you back.

[@anthonycammilleri4479]

Welcome back Stephen and congratulations on your new lathe. I've been looking forward to your return. You're a fantastic turner and a great teacher.

[@northernwoodsturning4006]

Welcome back! I got a G0733 a couple of years ago. Ended up drilling out the bange to 1". Glad I did. There are many more choices at that size and the 25 mm still work just fine.

[@burnettescustomwoodworks5834]

I have watched you for a long time and always thought you look familiar then Chad Hendrix told me where you worked. I’m a Lt. at Gilmer County. I’m sure we have attended some of the same classes before. Keep up the good work. I’m jealous over your new lathe!

[@trevororr8927]

Hey, Stephen good to see you back...envious of your new lathe and can’t wait to see what you turn next.

[@fredgraber9385]

Stephen, it's good to see you back. I'm looking forward to seeing what you have coming up. I'm still using the 0462, and have been looking at this lathe. Thanks for sharing. Fred

[@TheWoodWhirler]

Now you have no excuse. I have the G0800 for almost two years and I really like it. You will like yours too. Take care, Larry

[@mitchkarol4868]

Have bee using my GO766 for two years,it is an awesome tool, replace thumb screw with a good magnet and check the pulley set screws before belt tracks off because of alignment change if pulley moves. Only issue I have had. Keep turning, you do great work

[@edwardchapman1914]

I have had my g0766 for about 2 1/2 years. Had to replace the speed pot a few times, Grizzly finally improved the quality and the last replacements has been going strong for over a year. One thing I wish Grizzly would come out with is an extension for it, turning long stair spindles and posts.

[@gordroberts53]

Hi Stephen, nice to see you back. I bought my G0766 last year and was also disappointed to find the banjo to be 25mm. Some folks drill out the banjo but then the rest that comes with the unit fits sloppy. What I've done is to grind the tool rest down post(s) on the bench grinder. Takes a few minutes but I've had good results, both modifying existing and making some new ones to suit the larger capacity. Love the speed control the VFD provides, I expect you'll be thrilled. Thanks for sharing!

[@marvinboyer9472]

Glad to see your back Stephen. Enjoy watching your videos. I have the same lathe and love it. Hope to see more videos

[@chado8041]

Your gonna love it, I got mine about a year ago. My motor was a little loose from shipping that's about it

[@johnnyspropshop]

Congrats on the new lathe. I've got my G0462 torn down, replacing with 3hp DC motor, new variable speed control with remote cable. Fixing all the things it was missing, handwheel, spindle lock, reverse and variable speed. Stock it's scary fast on anything over 10 inch. Documenting the rebuild as I go. Glad you are back Stephen.

[@valborchardt3596]

So good to see you back again Stephen. Great new lathe. Enjoy it. Take care and be safe

[@PHIL_S]

Glad you are back and with a new lathe - now let's see you turn on it - thanks for the vids

[@davidmcmichael8113]

Hello Stephen so glad to see you back. I was praying all was ok. Looking forward to some more good wood working projects on your channel.

[@tomdolan4697]

Stephen, I just got the same lathe about a month ago and love it. If you check I think you will find the tool rest post size was changed by Grizzly and is now 1" mine is and Nova makes some nice 1" modular tool rests that are 8" long and work great on this lathe. Most other tool rests are to short due to the design of the banjo. I started turning with the same Grizzly lathe you just replace the improvement is amazing that 600 RPM min was a big problem for me too.

[@johnmay3266]

So happy for you and glad you're back. I also have a new lathe coming tomorrow 8/9/18. I wound up with a Nova Galaxi 16/44. Almost had a Grizzly but the new tariffs ($500) added too much for my budget. I have ordered the outboard turning option which allows up to 32 inches and the head rotates 360 degrees. Doubt I'll ever be able to afford a chunk of wood capable of giving me 32 inches. But ya never know.

[@oz502]

I have a G0766 also. I used a brake hone in my drill press to increase the size of the hole in my banjo. It may take a little longer than drilling it out but it won't catch and is as smooth as butter.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

About time, Stephen! Looking forward to some new videos with your new lathe. Welcome back! Phil

[@scottparat]

So glad to see you back Stephen. You were one of the first turners I discovered a couple of years ago and I learned so much from you, gave me a ton of confidence. Loved learning how to turn and make tools. Very happy for you and more than a bit jealous! That thing looks awesome, I would love to be able to turn big bowls but my lathe is cheap and small. I have made some nice tools, someone bought me a Sorby gouge and I entered my first show. Besides thanking you, I wanted to wish you congrats on your new lathe. Stay safe, hope you can video and share your future turnings, I know that can be a pain when all you want to do is go out and turn ....but beleive me, you help many people! One more request.... not sure if you have already done this or not. But I would really benefit from your experience with selling your work, how you do it, how you price it, what kind of shows you go to ....that sort of thing. Do you have a website you sell your work on? I'm disabled, my wife is disabled with MS, I've been really sick for a long time and currently not looking too good. I'n not whining or complaining but looking for a way to capitalize on my work. So, it would be a real blessing if I could sell some bowls and other turnings ....we could use the extra cash, I would really like to be able to upgrade on a lathe and tools ....not sure if its practicle to think that selling woodturnings can provide the cash for that. Thanks again my friend! ....Scott

[@MrBwest9376]

So glad your back Stephen, miss you.. everybody needs a break at one point.. welcome back, big old Grizzly, don't let it bite ya.LOL

[@TheMessyStudio]

Good to see you back, Stephen! Congratulations on the new tools! Billy

[@charlesreicks648]

Good to see you again. Looks like a really nice lathe. Hope you get some time to start turning.

[@joelground7557]

Good to see you back in the saddle Stephen! That think looks like a tank, hopefully she serves you well!

[@wudturner2]

It's great to have you back Steve, making great videos!!! I have the same lathe and I love it!!!

[@AustringerCreations]

Hey, Stephen, I just drilled my banjo out with a 1" drill bit on the drill press, it doesn't cut much and will follow the current 25mm hole closely and easily. The hole will then accommodate both 25mm and 1" tool rest posts.

[@johnlail6799]

Did the same on mine

[@Tommo158]

Fantastic to see you back on KZbin Stephen, I have missed your videos. Good luck and good health to enjoy your new lathe 😊🇬🇧😊

[@davidmorgan7522]

Welcome back Stephen! Great new toy! looking forward to seeing it used. Take care, Dave

[@michaelwakley969]

well back cobber, looking forward to your new wood lathe projects

[@pjbaddict]

Great to see you back mate... congratulations on your new toy 😀

[@scottward1046]

Good to see you back. I got the same lathe back in March and really like it. The banjo issue seemed to have been fixed by Grizzly as mine measured 1 inch from the factory not the 25mm as they used to be. I added a ballast box with 150lb of sand but I have still had it walk across the floor on a really unbalanced piece. Good man for deleting Facebook! They are scary.

[@Caledwyn]

Just noticed you've started posting again. I appreciate your videos: I've found them to be full of good ideas. Good to have you back!

[@lorenstoud827]

great to see you back. Looking forward to seeing the new lathe in action

[@mamabearssheshedtracykeato6941]

Stephen, It's so great to see you back in the saddle again. I have missed you. I'm so glad you got a new toy. I'm hoping that the coin system works much better for you this time. Many blessings to you Stephen. I can't wait for your next project!

[@jimsturgill4620]

Nice new toy Stephen. You are gonna enjoy that one. Have always enjoyed your video and hope you get the time to do more.

[@garymurray3755]

I've used the same lathes for over 3 years have put many many hours on it the only problems I have had I had to put a helicoil in the headstock quill screw that locks the quill you may find that your Chucks do not screw all the way up I used a carbide cutter and shaved the spindle so that they will other than that it has been a great lathe you will not have any problem with power for your McNaughton looking forward to more of your videos

[@scotthampton9229]

I have a similar lathe that Laguna Tools sells. You can drill the banjo out to 1-inch. If you can't do it yourself (like me) a machine shop can do it for you. The tool rest that came with the lathe will still work. Glad you're back.

[@ronnie100393]

Great to see you back,missed your videos,nice lathe get to turning !!!!!!!!!

[@PhilipMoonTunes]

Nice to see you back Stephen. I have owned this same lath G0766 for about 3 years now and LOVE it! You will too. Regarding the hole in your banjo; I took mine over to my drill press and simply bored the hole out with a 1 inch drill bit. It drilled very easy. In fact only took about 30 seconds. Now I can fit all commercial tool rest posts. You can still use your existing rest. It just fits loosely but locks down nice and tight. Again, nice to see you back and look forward to seeing future videos. BTW - I’m a big fan and love your videos. Cheers my friend.

[@thebaby-boomerminer9934]

Great to see you back Stephen....looking forward to seeing more videos from you...cheers.../

[@gilgrace1915]

Welcome back to YT, we've missed your videos. Your new lathe looks awesome. Once you bolt it down to the floor the only thing you'll have to worry about is the shop walking away when turning a 22" log. ;-D Looking forward to your next project video.

[@richardpatterson4312]

Gil Grace I put mine on wheels. I've had no issues. They lock but l rarely lock the wheels/casters

[@sumochop360]

Good to see you and I'm looking forward to the new projects.

[@LivingOurDream]

I was very happy to see your channel in my alerts this morning. In addition, I plan to be purchasing the G0766 in the next few months and wanted to thank you for the review. Like you said, there was not much information out there about the G0766 prior to your video. Welcome back Stephen.

[@ga5743]

What a nice surprise when i turned on my computer today........welcome back Stephen.

[@Tim1967-o7j]

Congratulations on your new lathe. Glad to see ya back.

[@jfsauer42]

I have this lathe, with the 25mm hole in the banjo. I was upset that Grizzly did not offer a S shaped tool rest. Since you cannot buy 25mm post tool rests, this is a problem. I found a 25mm, 12" long, solid round bar on Ebay and bought it for $20 or so. With that and a welder, you can make more tool rests. I did not consider drilling mine to 1" size.

[@drbeogll007]

Nice to see you back, I have the same as your original lathe so I am looking forward to your reviews as you use your new Grizzly

[@stringmanipulator]

Congrats on the new lathe :) looks great Stephen

[@kengunnell6398]

Congrats on your new lathe. I envy the 3hp. I have turned 22 and 25” outboard pecan bowls and felt I needed oneways largest faceplate 9” I think,to stabalize lateral pressure. I recommend larger faceplate for the larger bowls. Great review, liked the detail and honesty, hard to get sometimes.

[@adamquincey4371]

Excellent, very nice lathe. It’s good to see ya back my friend... Cheers...

[@davidsmart8594]

Good to see you back Stephen! Ah...new toys. Go 'practice' a little and let us see you again soon.

[@jeffwalters3735]

Steve, glad to see you back. I was hoping everything was OK. I have a go632 and had to make the hole in the bangs larger. I tried drilling and it was crooked so I got a new Bangor and used a drum sander on my drill press. It took a bit longer but did the trick. So just a suggestion. Welcome back and keep up the good work. Jeff “Crafted By Jeff”

[@timmehling5147]

Good to see you back 👍 If you are at Rose Lawn I’ll stop and say hello.

[@lebodger4524]

good to see you back Stephen, enjoy your videos.

[@tybo759]

As others have said, it's good to see you back. Looking forward to your videos!

[@TherealHRF]

Can’t wait to see what you can do on the new lathe, I’ve missed watching your videos!

[@scottpeterson5913]

Stephen, so glad to see you back, I had fears that your day job took you out of the picture. Looking forward to more vidios.

[@lucassports3641]

Stephen, Welcome back, might be looking at one of those same lathes soon. Been waiting to find a used 3520, but after 2 years, i am just about done waiting... BTW - When you are on Facebook "you are the product" the ads get popped up based on your recent searches by saving "cookies" which are tags saved when you look for items on the web.... Companies pay Facebook to post those ads "just for you." Don't blame you for bailing on FB....

[@glennmay6204]

Hello Stephen, It's good to see you back. It is odd that they went for metric on the banjo. My Axminster (in the UK), is under a year old and is metric on everything but the banjo, which is 1". The earlier comment about drilling out the hole to an inch has mileage, although I wonder if an intial search for a local milling company, or maybe a motor engineering firm that re-skims the inside of engine cylinders, might be worthwhile. The difference in diameter is only just over 0.4 mm for clearance, but that could still require a lot of torque at a fairly slow speed. Anyway, good luck with your new toy, and I Iook forward to your next project. Regards, Glenn. :-)

[@rafaelmoreno7906]

Hi Stephen. Pleased yo see you again on KZbin. Enjoy the new toy!!!

[@wayward_dom6865]

Your back!Was getting a bit worried We might not see you again. I bought my first lathe after watching your videos last year it's only Record Power Midi but it works great .Look forward to seeing more videos

[@jefffoggymountainworkshop5021]

Hey Stephen! Great to see you back with a video. Awesome lathe!!! I have my eye on the same model. Looking forward to your upcoming videos, see how it performs. Take care.

[@bjparker9111]

Love the video . Just got me a new lathe myself. Its a Teknatool Nova 1624 ii and I love it. GOD BLESS and take care

[@bonerfart8892]

Nice to have you back Stephen! Really exighted to see what you have planned for the next project.

[@ricochet981]

Glad you're back Stephan. Been watching for new vids from you. Nice Lathe!

[@StudioJLT]

Look forward to seeing you put it through its paces. Good to have you back.

[@donbeveridge997]

Stephen, as a G0766 owner I will tell you it's a good machine. The primary weakness I have found is the tool rest is 25mm which means you have very few options for aftermarket tool rests. BUT if you bore the banjo out to 1" you can contact Robust and they will make any of their tool rests to the 8 1/2" height you need for that lathe. Let me tell you, it's worth the boring job to be able to use the Robust rest.

[@Sludgepump]

Fine looking lathe Stephen! Looking forward to more of your videos!

[@earlrumble1692]

Welcome home! Been really missing your vids and humor. How's your boy doing with the military?

[@danielparker1808]

Good luck in your new adventure love your videos

[@zzrmatt1]

Great to see you again Stephen. That looks like a great new tool; I guess you've been having some good success at the craft shows? With regard to using your old tool-rest with the new banjo, as long as the post is long enough (what with the increased height from the bed-ways), any steel-fabrication shop should be able to turn that down pretty quickly for you. Shouldn't be more than half an hour or so, I'd think. All the best.

[@30jamesnelson]

EXCEPT FOR THE COLOR YOUR GRIZZLY LOOKS IDENTICAL TO MY BALIEGH LATHE THAT I BOUGHT IN JULY. I BOUGHT A 18X47 AND I LOVE IT! I HOPE YOU LIKE YOUR NEW ONE AS MUCH AS I LIKE MINE

[@derekwilkinson7939]

Looking forward to more videos. Good to see that your back.

[@Bramsshed1913]

Hi Stephen, so pleased to see you back again my friend , your new lathe looks a beauty mate and hope to see it in action soon Cheers, Bram

[@terryreed1421]

Welcome back Stephen, you've been missed!

[@anthonymaida5718]

Good to see you back Steve.

[@jimg2247]

Welcome back! Been wondering how you are doing! Looking forward to more videos.

[@wudturner2]

I believe that your lathe uses a 1" hole on the banjo. The newer ones do use 1" post on the tool rest. Mine has the 25mm so I had to have a couple of new tool rest built. I found that the 14" rest was just to big at times. Enjoy your new lathe!!!

[@kengunnell6398]

PS , drill press 1” drill, makes a “ hole in the banjo if you have many tool rests might be cheapest option. The fit is not critical like boring an engine cylinder, a screw wedges it tight. I know it is shinny new!!! Keep up the great videos.

[@thomasjohnson3586]

Been wondering where you were congratulations on the new lathe

[@annlaurie1484]

Good to see you back, you've been missed.

[@SQLKC]

I have one, and have no issues with it. I upgraded from a grizzly desktop lathe.

[@jillmoore6142]

Glad to have youback Steven, you've bbeen missed A machine shop can turn any tool rest you have down to the 25 mm you need. Price usually isn't bad. Be looking for that next video on your new lathe. Congrats.

[@2363joey]

got a drillpress and a 1" reamer, no sweat, its perfect

[@macbilling6410]

Hooray your back. Welcome back Stephen

[@donaldtrabeauxjr5323]

Holy cow man I’m sure happy to,see you back man you had me worried, really enjoy your videos. Man now I’m jealous, awesome happy for you. Man you are one that I learn a lot from. ✨✨✨💫💫🌟🌟⭐️⭐️H

[@hogger75]

drilled mine to 1" grizzly tool rest still works fine at 1"along with most all available tool rests

[@Lee-qp6gf]

Glad to see you again, my friend. You have been busy keeping up with five shows when your selling. I do three and that's enough work for this old guy. I think you got a Powermatic at a good price. My Powermatic isn't that smooth. I had to take a file to all the edges. Cheers, Lee

[@drbeogll007]

Lee Lee, it’s a Grizzly not Powermatic