Banggood Quick Change Tool Post Review (Myford Lathe)

[@shadowdog500]

The regular 250-000 tool post that Banggood sells locks by turning the handle clockwise and the wedge pulls down to lock. This is the way we are all accustomed to. The FX250-000 tool post that John received locks by turning the handle counter clockwise and the wedges are oriented so they lock on the upstroke. Amazon also sells the “FX” counter clockwise lock version that John has, so I assume John’s isn’t a fluke. I wonder if this “FX” tool post is for a special application? I prefer my standard version for two reasons. First the handle swings away from the work, and second the downward locking of the wedge pulls the tool holder down to its set height when locking. The “FX” version pushes the tool holder up and away from the set height position when locking.

[@houstonceng]

You could, possibly, dismantle it and invert the wedges.using the one from the opposite corner.

[@joebianco139]

I got this tool post from Banngoods thinking it would be the 250-000 version based on what the web pages said. But I got the FX 250-000 version. It would be nice if Banngoods and machifit can explain and correct this confusion.

[@MaturePatriot]

I used one of those all purpose metric wrenches for some time before buying a set of metric wrenches. Another great tool review.

[@TheKnacklersWorkshop]

John, Metric adjustable... very good... Take care Paul,,

[@eyuptony]

The tool post looks well made, great improvement. I've used the same small lathe tools they work great when taking lighter cuts is all you need.

[@claytonpalsson3104]

It looks like a nice lathe. It may be a more accurate machine? At least for tiny stuff, hmmm? Love anything new you have John. Thanks for the video.

[@sidwainhouse]

I'm not keen on the overhang of the handle but that looks like a solid tool post. I'm using an RDG post on my ML7 But I've found there's a very slight bit of movement in it, not noticeable for most operations but parting off tougher materials it does give a bit of chatter. But I'm knocking up a rear mounted tool post for parting off so that should make things better.

[@ianlainchbury]

Great review on this toolpost. I have a similar one on my small Chester DB7, but had to make a 1/4" thick washer to place it on. Works brilliant though

[@BensWorkshop]

Many thanks for that John. When I get my Atlas 10 set up I might buy one. For now, I find one set of spacers covers the lot on the Myford ML7.

[@EverettsWorkshop]

I agree with your opinion about the piston tool posts, I have one and would have preferred a wedge type but the lathe came with it. It would have been replaced if I hadn't been saving the hobby budget for other types of tooling and machines, lol!

[@doubleboost]

I had a piston type on my Boxford lathe it was no problem at all

[@rayzugar4776]

Hi John, love the video. Do all the banggood tool holders lock anticloclockwise? If you hands are oily I can see an accident in the making. Might not be to bad if the lock handle could be turned 90°

[@doubleboost]

The handle is adjustable

[@rayzugar4776]

@@doubleboost that's good. 👍

[@matthewsykes4814]

Great video, loads of questions I have had answered without even having to ask them. Hee I love how you call the Myford little..... compared to your Harrison definitely which does beg the question, which is more intuitive to use?? Don't get me wrong, your Harrison is a beast and had I known than work was getting rid of their Colchester 2000 gap bed....with dro....and all the tooling I'd have jumped on her right quick. Best wishes to you all

[@donaldnaymon3270]

Great Review John. They are good tool post and cutters. Great price on them as well. Thank you for sharing.

[@russellhayward2359]

Your locking handle seems backwards, on my banggood tool holder I spin the handle towards me to lock, not away from me...?

[@JamesChurchill3]

Yes, it looks like the body is assembled upside down.

[@july8xx]

@@JamesChurchill3 The label is right side up.

[@JamesChurchill3]

@@july8xx it is, yes, but the wedges look like they're upside down, they should raise up to unlock and drop down to lock. At least, they've been that way on every other toolpost of this type I've seen.

[@TigerCarpenter]

which one do you think is better, the wedged or the piston type? my intuition tells me to go for the piston, but it would be interesting to hear which one you would buy

[@doubleboost]

The wedge type is what I would go for

[@TigerCarpenter]

@@doubleboost yes I know. but why? piston is a newer model and more expensive. from the review videos looks like the piston version has tighter tolerances.

[@TheChristeepher]

Thanks for posting John, very informative as expected from you now. Regards, Chris.

[@Mac-mu9cs]

Friend of mine loves bangood. I have yet to use them. Just be careful and read the description . They tend to lead you in with the “better” product listed and then a cheaper version when you click on and you need to pick the “better” option. Recently came across a thermal Imager they show the imager at a low price until you click on it . Then it magically turns into a thermal thermometer and you need to pick the imager for much more $$$

[@youcoulduseit7492]

Alright! this guy better be right about this 80' diamond thing" ha ha ya the aloris bullhorn deal with L-R in one tool woa Joe Pieazinski ? showed one of those . If you wear any tool holder out Be' that one, face's to your belly button OD turns end to end. Why not like a bike skewer clamp on the post angle, lock I've been thinking about it along time. like a through hole handle nut assembly put the 10 mm rod flip it down unlock. a bench grinder tool rest I'm making is getting the same. Trying to figure out how to make that clamp more universal. so as to not have to hunt for a wrench. love your show real nice work getting better all the time

[@bazza10198]

got to love those metric adjustables

[@tiredoldmechanic1791]

Do all tool post holders turn left to lock? That handle seems like it would be in the way in some cases.

[@doubleboost]

The handle is reversible

[@joshonthetube]

@@doubleboost I have one of these and I recall having to adjust that as well, so the locked position wasn't in the way. It wasn't hard.

[@graveneyshipright]

Good honest review, wish I had gone down this wedge lock tool post but ended up doing the Dickson type and my wallet has rued the day. but never say never huh? John do they do a larger size for a max swing of 9 inches?

[@doubleboost]

Yes they do a full range of sizes

[@AJ_Halvajian]

It's unfortunate: I made this order from banggood maybe 3months back & only just caught this video referencing sizing /fitment; I'd have been proud to have that site send pop a cut:)!!

[@stevewoodward1712]

I ordered these from Banggood and like my previous two orders, they never arrived. After a few weeks they offered me my money back. Perhaps its just an interest free loan site? Or am I just unlucky to order things they have run out of?

[@Surveyor2014]

Is this really big enough for the ml7, I was thinking about getting the 111 ?

[@retromechanicalengineer]

Thanks John. Good review as usual. Dean in Oxfordshire.

[@neilfrisby5688]

Mine turned up today and looks great...Sadly packed full of swarf and notchy to the point of jamming even once cleaned out!!

[@jagboy69]

Why is it counter clockwise to tighten?? That would f me up big time!

[@peter2uat]

Don't know - I have mine for over 2 years which is closing clockwise - must be a metric version

[@ianmoone2359]

Obviously got the downunder version by mistake! Here in upside down land that handle would be locking clockwise! It’s all in how you look at it, ARTHUR is Martha, when your standing on your head! 😜😜😂👍👍👍🇦🇺 Now if I could just understand Johns accent! 😂😂👍

[@davesalzer3220]

That lock seems backwards compared to my Aloris. Strange.

[@TrPrecisionMachining]

very good video..thanks for your time

[@dfza4866]

Is there any way to adjust handle on tool post so it does not sit over lathe bed? Thinking it may be in the way if machining larger parts.

[@doubleboost]

Yes the position can be changed easily

[@geordienufc3132]

Can't the locking handle be turned 180 so it locks the holder with the handle towards the operator well away from the work piece?

[@doubleboost]

Yes the handle can be re positioned

[@bobwilliams7343]

will the lock handle interfere with the tail stock when working with shorter work pieces

[@doubleboost]

The position of the handle can be altered

[@4speed3pedals]

John, thanks for the link. Unbelievable price for this QC toolpost kit. I just looked at My Machine Shop here in the U.S.A. and they want almost $200.00 for the exact same unit with a couple accessories. I purchased one and it almost makes me angry I did. Reason? the CCP and the Whuflu. It does look like a decent set up and I will have to come up with a mounting stud and plate similar to what you did previously. Thanks again.

[@Blackcountrysteam]

Do you have a link to the tool post ?

[@doubleboost]

The links are in the description box

[@Blackcountrysteam]

@@doubleboost Yes but it's confusing it appears to off a tool post and holder for just over a tenner ! when other links indicate tool holder are around £17 each !

[@doubleboost]

@@Blackcountrysteam The items are listed separately not ideal i agree

[@Blackcountrysteam]

@@doubleboost Dont worry about it John Ive figured it out it's down to Banggoods crap website :-)

[@iancoupe20v43]

can it not tighten clockwise, having the handle in that positoin when locked would drive me mad.

[@jessestrum]

the wedges cannot be swapped around

[@davescreations7793]

That is the same type I use on my mini lathe only a little better

[@jessestrum]

hi guys i.ve just bought this tool post, some people on the web have stripped it down because of problems with the action.the one i got is from arc euro. after seeing the strip down . i decided to investigate mine and the teeth on the wedges are not complete , poor engineering.check out mike levy online . saying that the thing works ok but rough

[@stevecallachor]

If you refuse to buy Chinese you'll go hungry!! See how long your resolve lasts then. Stavros