(Prototyping): Steady Rest for mini lathe

[@robbaron1206]

Man, your videos are great. There is zero chance I will ever build this (I don't even have a lathe) but I am still sitting here watching the whole thing.

[@BubbasWorkbench]

Well thank you for the kind words, i am trying to improve

[@larrysmith6956]

The vibrations you refer to at the end are harmonic vibrations a combination of rpm’s/wood hardness and tool cuts. If the arms were put into a cut you can make in the upright wouldn’t that help with dampening any harmonics and also make the turning more stable. I like the simplicity of your design. I am going to try this with some 72 mm wheels and 74a silicone material. Thanks for your demo it was good to see one completed.

[@BubbasWorkbench]

Thanks for the input, ya still need more testing with different arm positions. My lack of experience is part of the problem im sure.

[@genecooksey3871]

Awesome build, thanks for sharing,,Gene Cooksey woodworking

[@johnbauer3801]

use a rubber band on the bolts, that will keep the wheels on the shaft...