Faceplate Woodturning Don't Do These 5 Things Video

Faceplate Woodturning Don't Do These 5 Things Video
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The woodturning faceplate is an affordable simple tool that can make a very secure connection between the lathe and a wood bowl blank. However, there are several common problems and issues that if overlooked can cause problems.
This video covers several issues that you need to be aware of before using a faceplate while turning wood bowls. Be sure to also read the full article link above for more tips and things not to do with a wood lathe faceplate.
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[@dobromiryordanov3989]

Seeing you with that chainsaw angle grinder immediately made me think of Stumpy Nubs' mishap with one. Especially the way you used it on rough bark with your bare hands. Please be careful lol I love your videos would love to have many more to come.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Good call! Thanks for mentioning.

[@ifnotnowwhen6914]

I thought the same thing. I've had a close call will the chainsaw type and refuse to use them anymore. The "turboplane" style are MUCH safer and (imho) easier to control. Still great video though.

[@lt714diver]

Made me think of Stmpy Nubs also.

[@ct1freak]

Agreed man those things are freaking dangerous if you aren't careful.

[@JamesCouch777]

Absolutely, I can attest to how dangerous they are, luckily I still have my fingers.

[@patriciamay638]

Thanks. I am a new turner and the spacer issue just cured a chronic wobble problem.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Fantastic! Happy Turning!

[@steveswann8448]

Another comment regarding the size of faceplate appropriate to the stock to be spinning hung in space: Generally larger and heavier wood pieces to turn require a proportionately larger face plate. What’s appropriate? Maybe you could address this? In particular, is there a guide or an easy formula to proper sizing? I feel like I’m being really critical of you but this is not my intent. You are fun to learn from and present a lot of good material with clear thought.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Steve, check this out turnawoodbowl.com/wood-lathe-faceplate-never-do-this-8-things/ Happy Turning!

[@milltek2]

Excellent video! Very clear.

[@RickTurnsWoodturning]

Great video, Kent!

[@thomaskila3801]

I can't believe I did not even think of using an angle grinder to make a flat surface. Thanks again, Kent!

[@toddfraisure1747]

All good tips. Never hurts to go back to the basics now and then just to remind yourself. I just hooked up my wood lathe again after 3 years of not using it. My favorite tool in my shop for fun and creative relaxation.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you, Todd! Enjoy that lathe! Happy Turning!

[@AllenSchmidtSr]

Great tips! Thanks Kent! Really enjoy your teaching style.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

You're very welcome!

[@BAILEYWOODWORKS]

Love this! I used drywall screws. "Used". Not now! Thanks for the info!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Excellent! So glad to help!

[@lenshandcraftedwoodsigns6033]

Thanks for the tips. I am just learning.

[@richardphilpot9193]

Thanks .. I got a shop Smith with a lot of extras just found out I had the right face plate to turn bowls with haven't been this excited for a long time thanks for the tips

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad I could help. Happy Turning!

[@billporter149]

I enjoy your content. Your videos have been very helpful in getting my turning skills off the ground.

[@pauljohnson6888]

Thanks for sharing your video. I only have a faceplate never really tried to turn a bowl on one, so I'll have a try and see how it turns out. Thanks again for sharing

[@chezlerq4478]

3-1/8" forstner bit from Amazon was pretty cheap and works great in my cordless 1/2" drill for my 3" faceplate. Great vids.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks for the tip!

[@kevinkimball3715]

Good job as always! Your videos are always spot on, informative, clear, and helpful. Thank you 🙏

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

So nice of you. Thank you and Happy Turning!

[@kandiecandelaria1423]

Love your style of teaching. Used to turn a lot in my younger life and just getting back into it now that I am semi retired

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Wonderful Happy Turning!

[@jrclark222]

I’ve watched many of your videos and learned a ton. Yesterday my wife expressed an interest in learning how to turn and this is one of the first videos I’m going to have her watch. Very helpful.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

That’s fantastic! Thank you for writing and sharing! Have fun and Happy Turning!

[@kirbyevelsizer7169]

Thanks Kent. Yes I use a face plate

[@darrellbaty4127]

Great video!

[@ShaminMike]

I love your videos brother! I’ve used the faceplate a little bit and it helps a ton!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Great to hear! Thank you, brother!

[@kenburnette1121]

Very helpful, all of us newbee turners appreciate your great teaching!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks for watching, Ken! Happy Turning!

[@ZombieWoodturner]

Great Tips Kent. i learned something. cheers!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad you enjoyed it. Happy Turning!

[@hasanalsaffar8386]

As always, very important and useful tip. Thanks for sharing this. 🙏🏼

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad it was helpful! Happy Turning!

[@apachisa25]

Thanks Kent I did so many mistakes using face plat before watching this video. Perfect guidelines by you 👍👍👍

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad to hear it and glad to help! Happy Turning!

[@LarryDMitchell]

I literally am going to use a faceplate for the first time and your video popped up in my feed. Great information that helped me immensely. New subscriber now!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jarmstrong2843]

There should be six things one should not do when using a faceplate for turning wood. The sixth thing is to NOT use the chainsaw carving blade on the angle grinder. As a retired safety engineer, I have seen hundreds of accidents caused by these attachments. In plain simple terms, they are not safe to use. If someone poo poos this, they don’t know what they are talking about. It is much safer to use diamond carving blades on the angle grinder; but they are not the cure all for safety. They can be dangerous too.... just much safer than what you use. A large Forstner bit would be better. A mallet and chisel may be the safest option to flatten the area. Stay away from this attachment sold at your local Chinese bargain basement tool store. Those carving blades are very dangerous to use and prone to kickback; particularly when spinning at 10,000-11,000 RPM. It’s not a matter IF you get hurt, it’s only a matter of time WHEN you get hurt. Guaranteed! Best practice is to NOT use this blade.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Agreed. If you use the chainsaw disk, do so with extreme caution and only make small nibbles when clearing material. Thanks.

[@stevelarson2342]

I bought one of these. Wore my chain saw PPE, used it to debark part of a log. When I got done, I threw it away, as I never felt I was really in control.

[@DancingFox6]

J Armstrong much safer and better cutting is the Arbortech attachment for your angle grinder.

[@jarmstrong2843]

Lois Henry The Arbortech is different design, but I have my doubts it is much safer. Angle grinders are inherently dangerous. Even grinding blades/discs will kick back and they do not have any protruding teeth.

[@billgiles3261]

J Armstrong I too shuddered when I saw that thing. Especially when Kent was waving his arms around then the thing was winding down.

[@mauriciomalucelli4233]

Great tips!!!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you, Mauricio

[@greigdrennan8381]

Great information thanks again five star channel

[@michaell7877]

I am currently enrolled in your coarse Kent. Love it. Seeing this vid , will be looking forward to seeing your faceplate vid. Thanks.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks 👍I'm glad you're in the Wood Bowl Turning Online eCourse TurnAWoodBowl.com/turn Let me know what you think of the faceplate in the course. All the best to you and I'll see you over there! Happy Turning!

[@davidrowles987]

Just starting out very helpful

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad to help David! Happy Turning!

[@rexdobson2816]

Thank you good info. I did not know.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad to help. Happy Turning!

[@billmiller5924]

I always use a faceplate due to having difficulty with worm screw due to having surgery on both hands& both shoulders- thanks for the video I always learn from your videos Bill M

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

That's a good point. Thanks for sharing. Happy Turning!

[@johnbagley8730]

Great info! NEW TURNER THANKS2

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

My pleasure! Welcome!

[@peddoctex]

By the way, I have learned more from you than any other “instructor”. Thanks. Tex

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

By the way, you just made my DAY! Thank you!

[@ridwanw]

Are there any videos on carbide tools?

[@stevenparaons9347]

I have a old lathe with no Chuck. I have not found a chuck for my lathe of any replacement parts. So I do what I can. Everything I turn is with a faceplate. I use lots of sacrificial blocks. Mostly 2X4 scrap glued together.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

That works! All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@markwoodcock01]

Hi, I’m just looking into wood turning as a hobby, thanks you for your advice, great video, very professional. 👍

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad to help, thank you! Happy Turning!

[@rougaroubeecompany6948]

Learning allot from ur videos.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad to hear that. Thanks and Happy Turning!

[@hectorandrade8710]

Hi 🙋‍♂️ I’m a beginner in wood turning, your explanation of everything you do is very easy to understand, I’m learning many things that I ignore, thanks a lot for all you do. Happy holidays

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Awesome, thank you! Happy Turning!

[@charlesjenkins7535]

I just turned my first bowl out of cherry a few weeks ago and i used a face plate. It worked really well. I get why people get so hooked on turning. Its so much fun.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Excellent, you have seen enough to be hooked. Welcome to the club! ;)

[@charlesjenkins7535]

@@TurnAWoodBowl For sure and im learning from your videos so thank you for making them. You can usually tell when a person knows what they're talking about and you I think you know your stuff.

[@davidgates5380]

Once again, invaluable advice put across in a conversational and well communicated style. Your teaching/coaching skills are invaluable. Thank you, Kent for taking the time and making our turning lives somewhat smarter at every turn.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Wow, thank you for all your kind words. Much appreciated!

[@kennethcaine3402]

I like using faceplates especially on large bowls. You covered one point that is to me crucial to having a good mounted faceplate that is having a flat surface to mount it to. The screws although they turn the blank it's the pressure they put on every square inch of the faceplate that really does the work so the flatter and smoother the surface of the wood the better.

[@dangnify]

Wow just discovered your channel and very much enjoyed what I've seen so far. Thanks so much!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

My pleasure, John. Enjoy and All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@marktompkins5103]

good information, well done

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad it was helpful! Happy Turning!

[@joelfehd1119]

This is the second time I've seen a video recommending a flat surface for the face plate. I may have to try that, although I have used one on smaller blanks with no problem. I have had to shape more because of that unevenness. I'm still a novice, but really enjoying turning bowls.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Sounds good Joel. All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@crackerjack3359]

Nice video, I am now a subscriber. In my own case I more often use a wood screw with my 4" jaws than a face place. The face plate that came with my 14" lathe has only four holes for screws. I got fed up of damaging screw heads, so I drilled out the holes to 5/16" and use 5/16" lag bolts instead of screws. They are solid as a rock and last forever. If the wood is punky I use a a larger round piece of 5/8" plywood between the face plate and the bowl blank. The face plate screws to the plywood and I have 6 or even 8 lag bolts through holes in the plywood and into the bowl blank.this spreads the load really well. Cheers Jim, Montana Wood Art.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Excellent. This sounds like a good technique! Thanks for subscribing!!!

[@gcbound]

Nice video. A couple scattered thoughts... I've found on especially hard woods that I need to drill "pilot holes" for the screws in the wood in order to seat them properly (deep enough) for my faceplate. Also, faceplates are like the batteries for your electric screwdriver: it's convenient to have more than one, even faceplates of the same size :)

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Good points! Thank you !

[@beneditoalvesdasilva]

Adorei as dicas obrigado tankl

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

você é muito bem-vindo! Obrigado por assistir e feliz viragem!

[@darrenbirchall2075]

Great video, very useful, thanks

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad you enjoyed it! Happy Turning!

[@loucinci3922]

Good tips. thanks

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

No problem!

[@petejones1957]

Great video, I am familiar with most of the tips, but the one I hadn't considered was the fitting of an extra washer, Very pertinent to what I'm doing at the moment, just bought a 3 jaw chuck (Metal lathe chuck) for my old Record lathe, and will be machining a cheap Clarke tools faceplate to make a mounting plate for the chuck which has three M8 threaded holes on the back. I have a scroll chuck for the lathe, but there have been so many occasions when I have had to whip out the wood and use the metal lathe for some sequence.. Plan A was to weld a 3/4 16tpi nut onto a metal plate to make a back plate, but think that would wobble. Keep safe, and thanks for all the tips

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you for writing and sharing, Pete! You too be safe and Happy Turning!

[@user-rt3qn6su6v]

Thank y for sharing. Well I bought an old lathe and chucks but the chucks are either to big or to small mm. Why do I need to use a face plate. Just learning huw.

[@chuckwalton2868]

I've watched a half dozen of your videos. You're a great communicator. And you have a real love for your subject. And you pack in a lot in a short time. No wasted time, no "Hum, I wonder what he meant by that." Keep up the good work. I share your love for turning, intermediate level I'd say. Pastor Chuck W, Pardeeville, WI

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Wow, thank you! Much appreciated, Chuck! All the best to you! Happy Turning!

[@prsearls]

When I need to level the wood for a faceplate, I use a large forstner bit in the drill press. Sometimes this requires overlapping "holes" to give a large enough surface.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Yes, that's another great option. Thanks for sharing!

[@mattbarton362]

I would never use dry wall screws for any thing.that being said.rule of thumb the screw need to be 3 x the thickness of the face plate..I alway get good quality wood screws.love you videos

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Interesting. That could work. I like the 7 threads visible out of the faceplate rule of thumb. All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@mattbarton362]

@@TurnAWoodBowl you just want to make sure you have it in there.ether way work.matt.ljke to see a video on segment turning

[@gmindel1965]

I agree with Pastor Chuck, you communicate clearly and concisely. I'm brand new to bowl turning. Trying to learn to get my shopsmith to work. Still in process but closing in. Recommendations on chisels? Pastor Gary

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Pastor Gary, you're at a great point in your turning journey. Please watch this video for advice on your question kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3OaeYaKrL2Zn7M All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@sharpshooter470]

Hey Mr Kent. Thanks for this posting on Face Plates. I stopped using face plates 10 years ago. Too many broken screws, and no design option once mounted. I only use a large Spur drive set into a drilled recess that matches my spur drive. Way too many people these days seem to be in love with face plates. Blessings and keep up the great tips. CD

[@billy19461]

SharpShooter47 Downs Where can I purchase a large drive spur?

[@sharpshooter470]

@@billy19461 www.amazon.com/Woodtek-136889-Machinery-Accessories-Centers/dp/B0090OCCUI Or search for NOVA 2MTSPUR Simple Spur Center 2MT ... These are different items for the same job. TNX

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Check out the links here turnawoodbowl.com/recommended-equipment/recommended-lathe-accessories-2/

[@ridwanw]

Great presentations I like the ''things you don't do'' be it faceplates or ''maintenace' I am new to this and i have learnt substantially. Btw I am 67

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Awesome and welcome aboard! Thank You and Happy Turning!

[@garyfestarini9608]

Great hints ... A bit of safety though.. Careful to ensure the grinder is stopped before you change your attention

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks for the tip. Yes, the grinder is a dangerous tool

[@BobGarrett66]

Turn A Wood Bowl very dangerous tool. To each their own but I would highly recommend wearing leather gloves if you’re going to use one. I’m not a fan of them personally. At least not the “chain saw blade” attachment. Enjoyed the tips about the faceplates though. Thanks for sharing.

[@davidshaper5146]

Faceplates are great for keeping blanks on the lathe. They're a lousy alternative if you want to balance the grain or otherwise accentuate highlights of the wood. Once you attach the faceplate, you're pretty much committed to that orientation.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

You're correct. Happy Turning!

[@peddoctex]

Thanks Kent, I have learned all of these in my short turning career, I use faceplates almost exclusively and trust them the most. In my 4+ months of turning, I have burned out a cheap mini lathe and purchased a Laguna midi and turned about 50 bowls, still making mistakes but rarely the same one twice. I am truly addicted

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Excellent! That's the trick, learn from the mistakes. Well done!

[@craithomcraig]

Another reason to put spacer in, is that male thread can push blank off the screws if it goes in deeper

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

ah, yes, good point.

[@caspianx67]

I haven't used a faceplate much yet. I've been using a worm screw in my chuck, shaping the outside of the bowl with a live center providing additional holding on the bottom. I've made some smaller "birds mouth" bowls with this technique, but I'm thinking a small faceplate would have provided a more secure hold. I don't have a grinder, so may have to use a draw knife or chisel to flatten where the plate goes!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

You can also use a forstner bit to flatten a spot for the faceplate. Happy Turning!

[@kevinvieyra7468]

I have a small colection of stainless steel screws for my faceplate. I feel they are stronger than the typical wood screw. Yes the thickest screw that will fit the faceplate hole.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Sounds great!

[@michaelmacleod1305]

Hi Kent. Great video as usual. I do have a couple of items to remark on. First is the use of wood screws to hold the face plate. I have been told NOT to use them as the can break like the drywall screws, not as easily, but break the do. I use sheet metal screws as the are not as brittle and will bend some before they break. Secondly, using the carving disk on the angle grinder can be a very dangerous tool, I had a close call with one and they need to be used with extreme caution and the use of proper safety equipment. One wrong move and the grinder can be ripped out of your grip and who knows where it could go. Just wanted to get that out there. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks for the comment. Wood screws are fine. Perhaps someone was referring to drywall screws or cheaper thin screws? And, yes, please use caution with the angle grinding disk. Just make small nibbles until the material is removed.

[@Fred-ci1ps]

I also just watched a video on how dangerous those carving disc are.

[@jerryrudolph6603]

Great job. You might also mention to have screws long enough to go thru the bark into solid wood. I use sheet metal screws.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Good point, but actually I prefer not leaving bark in the faceplate area at all. Thanks and Happy Turning!

[@stephenmandy5101]

Thanks. Yes I used face plates.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Great!

[@alanratcliff7217]

Great video. I’m pretty new to turning and I have learned more from your videos than almost anyone else’s. Don’t change a thing and keep up the good work!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Awesome, thank you! Happy Turning!

[@nevillewomersley7841]

I wish I had watched some of these videos before setting out to use a lathe without any real training. In the video demonstrating the use of the turning tools, I think nI made every mistake that you highlighted. Now for some more training and yes I went to great lengths to get a suitable chuck so as to turn bowls - yep, I made the most elementary mistakes until I purchased some suitable bowl gouging tools.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

That's alright. We've all been there. Check this course out also turnawoodbowl.com/turn Happy Turning!

[@scarpaciosteelz1708]

Thnx Kent great info for safe turning fun..... i just subscribed and will be watchin you.......hehe................................Woodturning Rulz!!!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks for the sub, much appreciated. Happy Turning!

[@lyndalanthony635]

I use hex head sheet metal screws which are harder/tougher than wood screws and not brittle like drywall screws. With the hex head, I never strip a slot or Phillips slot.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Sounds like a winner. ;)

[@starlingphoto4352]

Good morning Kent, I have really been enjoying your channel. I am very new to wood turning and I am in the process of getting everything I need to start. If I was going to purchase one face plate what size do you think would be best. To begin with I have plans to turn small bowls, maybe 6 to 8 inches, and spindle turning. I am interested in making traditional shaving brushes. So to start out I won't be tackling anything really large.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks and welcome to the party. A 3-4" faceplate will probably be just right for you. Happy Turning!

[@chucksmith9633]

Good list, but I am really surprised #1 was not screw into the end grain.

[@andymcmurray255]

Just was wondering if you ever used joist hanger screews?

[@adkmcmahon]

I just got a lathe for my birthday, I have so much to lean!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Yup and you're in the right place Bill. Enjoy the whole process and Happy Turning!

[@joeruszczyk5974]

Very informative video as always Kent! Is there a “rule of thumb” for the maximum size blank that can be attached to a faceplate of a given size? Such as, no larger than 9 inch diameter for a 3 inch faceplate!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Good question. I address that in this article, check it out turnawoodbowl.com/wood-lathe-faceplate-never-do-this-8-things/

[@carolriley8472]

I use faceplates and I also use a screw chuck. Gteat tips!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Great, thanks for sharing!

[@raybone3]

Respectfully, #6... Never use an angle grinder with the chainsaw tooth disc unless you are VERY skilled and experienced with the use of an angle grinder.

[@ValioMadre7]

My neighbor lost 3 fingers using a grinder with the chainsaw disc. It was pretty gruesome.

[@demonicsquid7217]

Plus, use the guard. It exists for a reason!

[@jensjensen2799]

So I noticed here you have several faceplates. How do you determine which is appropriate? Thank you again Kent!

[@Pauken11]

I also like to cut completely through the bark and into solid wood for faceplate registration.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

It's always a good connection that way. Thanks!

[@christopherworkman9070]

Would it be alright to use pocket hole screws on a faceplate? The manual that came with my new lathe said to only use screws with a non-tapered head on the faceplate and the pocket hole screws are non-tapered. They're long enough and have a course thread.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

They might be better. Just try to use ones that are about the same size at the faceplate holes so the plate doesn't shift. All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@Timber2Toothpicks]

I just received Two Nova mounting rings. What do you think of these rings? I am watching everyone of your videos. My memory is blown. I was in the hospital for 5 weeks plus a few days. I turn sitting in my wheelchair. June 8 I bought my new Laguna 1216. I just got the custom stand complete yesterday. I have yet to turn my first bowl.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Timber, I have not turned with the rings, but they look like a good set up. Take you time and enjoy the process. Remember; persistent, patient practice will yield the bowls you imagine creating! All the best to you and Happy Turning! Kent

[@santonucci]

Well thought out. When leveling the bark area, I would continue to grind until I had a wood surface, because bark can detach and the cambium layer is "squishy". TapCon screws for concrete board are my "go to" because they are self drilling and won't break when backing out (Plus they have a square drive so they never strip and fit the diameter of my faceplate holes [most people miss that being important!]) Last "tip" would be not to use faceplates into end grain... because the screws won't hold.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Good tips. Thanks and Happy Turning!

[@clarencegreen3071]

I agree that screws into end grain wood do not hold nearly as well as in side grain, but you can get good and reliable results if you take a few precautions. First and foremost, drill a pilot hole to minimize the damage (crushing) of the wood as you drive in the screws. Your super strong drill/driver may be able to drive them in with ease without a pilot hole, but this misses the point. The point is to minimize the damage to the wood surrounding the screw. Another important consideration is not to over tighten the screws. Just snug is good. If you let your driver ram the screw down super tight, the chances are good that most of the wood fibers adjacent to the screw threads will be broken, and the holding power of the screw will be significantly degraded. Also, it doesn't hurt to use screws slightly longer than what you would use for side grain. And, as always, use tailstock support whenever possible for as long as possible.

[@santonucci]

@@clarencegreen3071 very early on in my turning life, an old timer told me about a trick he liked. He drilled holes in the side grain and stuck a dowel into it, so when the screw hit it, it was going into side grain. You need a flat surface on the end of the log first, but you can put an enormous piece on the lathe using this method.

[@clarencegreen3071]

@@santonucci Hey Stephen, Do I remember you from the chat on WoodCentral many years ago? Hope you're doing well. I'm still clawing away at this wood turning game. Happy New Year! -Doc Green

[@santonucci]

@@clarencegreen3071 been a long strange trip since then? Still spinning wood and carving. Happy new year. P.s. the dowel thing was a wally dickerman trick ;-)

[@anartofethiopia7898]

Liked it

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you! Happy Turning!

[@anartofethiopia7898]

@@TurnAWoodBowl Thank you

[@jbonegw]

Valuable information but I’d never use one of those chainsaw blade grinder attachments, extremely dangerous.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Yes, you need to be very cautious with that chainsaw disk. Agreed.

[@chezlerq4478]

Every cutting tool is dangerous. Use common sense, and be careful.

[@jbonegw]

Agreed. And common sense tells me not to use a chain saw blade grinder attachment. 😂

[@ShamWowW1]

I have a piece of wood mounted to my lathe right now with the faceplate on an uneven surface. I used 3-in screws. Should I remount it? I have already shaved the bottom of the bowl I just have to make a shoulder And a tenon.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

An uneven surface is not a problem if it can be flattened. If the blank is wobbling, then that is an issue. Be sure the screws are about the same size as the faceplate holes and not thinner and NOT drywall screws. Use wood screws that extend about from the faceplate about 7 threads. Hope this helps. Happy Turning!

[@Rebel9668]

What I want to know is, what size faceplate should I use in relation to how large the piece of wood is that I'm turning.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Search my website. I have an article all about faceplates.

[@bradhabbitz4222]

Hi Kent ..Thanks for the great videos,keep them coming 👍...ive been using a worm screw and recently bought a face plate , i mount the face plate flush to the wood using the correct screws with no gap on the lathe ,i turn the bowl true and cut a recess for my jaws...when I flip the bowl to hollow the inside ,is it normal that the bowl has chatter and a slight wobble? This means that I have to true up the outside of the bowl again to get it spinning straight ...hope this made sense lol..

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

That is common. Be sure to take time making your tenon. See my Perfect Tenon video. Even then it's common for the outside to be a bit off when flipped around. Happy Turning!

[@clarencegreen3071]

Here's a suggestion. When you go to flip the bowl, keep the faceplate on the blank and use a cone center on the tailstock to engage the hole in the faceplate. This will center the blank on the chuck, and a little pressure applied via the tailstock will make certain the blank is fully seated on the chuck jaws. Remove the faceplate once the jaws are tightened, or leave it on the blank with the tailstock engaged while you do the heavy turning near the rim or outer portions of the bowl.

[@wayswoodinteriors350]

Hae I am Elijah Ways wood interior am using the face plate for the first time actually am looking for the save way to use it...

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Hope this video helps. Happy Turning!

[@NickMusselle]

subscribed, bell done

[@johnbernard6666]

Hi Kent once again thanks for the great info. I heard and read from many experience Woodturners not to use nylon or plastic spacers between the faceplate/chuck and the headstock as this may cause slight vibration on your turning piece. It would be best to use metal spacer such as steel or aluminum. What are your thoughts?

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks for the comment. Interesting point about the spacers. I have not used metal spacers, but it would seem like they would hold any imperfection and transfer vibration more. The nylon spacers I use snug up and compress just a touch. I have not noticed any issues with them. Any spacer is better than an improperly seated faceplate. Use what works best for you. Thanks again!

[@Pauken11]

Correct. Nylon spacers are soft and so they can flex, creating vibration. I have milled precision steel spacers that I use and there is no vibration.

[@southstreetbarbecue7875]

I just got my first wood lathe and I'm trying to learn as much as I can. Your videos are well-done and informative. Thank you and I'll look forward to learning from you as I go!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

You're welcome!

[@neabud]

Kent, what is the size of the large white faceplate you show in your faceplate vids. Thank you

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

That's 6". Happy Turning!

[@riversong2433]

Roberta T, Stroudsburg, PA Tree to Bowl

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you for entering. Happy Turning!

[@BobBlarneystone]

No. 6: Sometimes, it's easier to see and cut if your lathe can be run in the reverse direction. If your lathe is reversible and you wish to do this, make sure the faceplate (or chuck) has a grub screw that can be tightened to lock the faceplate on the spindle. Otherwise the faceplate & workpiece might unscrew itself and fall off the lathe.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Good one. Thanks for sharing! Happy Turning!

[@dekurvajo]

I am totally understand what you say regarding drywall screws. Although i am wondering what force, torque you actually need to kill multiple srcews? Does a wood lathe even have this? Or its the diameter of the screw that might be a problem as well? Drywall screws are usually 3,5mm

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Good question. 2 horse power and the leverage of a nasty bowl gouge catch on the outside of a large 14" bowl probably would have tremendous force and could break a series of cheap brittle drywall screws. It would make sense that it's a combination of the brittle metal and the narrow screw size. Either way, I don't want to find out first hand. LOL I stick to good quality, properly sized wood screws. All the best to you. Happy Turning!

[@dekurvajo]

@@TurnAWoodBowl ;) ok then. I am convinced. Honestly, not in some "whatever" style. So how 'bout lag screws? 4.5mm dia?

[@richardschaffling9882]

Good video but what I see is a lot of people use to small of a faceplate for what they are turning

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Good point. Check out this article of mine turnawoodbowl.com/wood-lathe-faceplate-never-do-this-8-things/

[@TomBinnz]

Green deck screws are the best I’ve used

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Sounds good. I'll keep that in mind.

[@stevenmason1674]

Regarding #3 Some lathes, like mine do not have an option to turn the spindle, there is no handle or wheel so we have to turn the stock. I've never had any problem doing this, i really do not have any other option.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Interesting. Do what works, right? Happy Turning!

[@jamesyoung4633]

What's the best jig for sharpen.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

There are several each with different benefits, but the Oneway Wolverine Sharpening System works very well. Check out my Recommended Equipment page turnawoodbowl.com/recommended-equipment/

[@jasonjohnson3605]

Another very helpful, well explained and articulated video Kent! Don't know what i would do without you buddy !

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks Jason👍 I appreciate your support! Happy Turning!

[@colintuffs568]

I was advised to use spax screws for face plates

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

OK, if they work you and are secure, fantastic!