The Myford ML10 Lathe

[@robinghewitt]

I bought an ML10 new from MESAS, thirty-something years ago. Still have it but it's up on the industrial estate gathering dust while I use the Chinese contraption in my garage. I am slowly accumulating moulding stuff, today I bought a sand scoop, 3 meters of 80x20mm beech and a bag of modesty blocks to make my first flask. Such fun, please keep making the movies.

[@k5at]

Very nice lathe, and the additions that you've made to it are brilliant! Thanks for sharing.

[@calvinbrown3213]

As time goes forward less and less people know how to build something. Good that you put your work so someone can learn how to.

[@CompEdgeX2013]

Ive watched many of your videos and always wanted a better look at the lathe. Thanks! That spindle raiser is similar in design to a 1945 Logan 11" I used to own. It had an accessory spindle that changed the lathe from 11x36 to 16x24. It had blocks for both the toolpost and tailstock and ran a 4:1 reduction from the spindle. The gear drive was a spindle mounted small gear driving an internal tooth large gear on the accessory head and you ran the lathe in the normal direction. Cheers Colin

[@pierresgarage2687]

Nice and versatile tool, in your hand it produced very nice pieces of craft, proof that a good combination of man and machine is the secret of achievement.

[@marksinden4156]

Brings back memories - the school lathes, and the one at my first long-term job - were Myford Super 7 lathes.

[@hayati4522]

Thank you very much. I have a lathe made ​​in China. Same features as yours. but many malfunctions. That's why I'm not happy. Main occupation and father's profession as a medical doctor, but my hobby because I'm very interested with lathe and milling work. Thanks to you, I also loved the aluminum casting business. 57 years old and my hobby since childhood always was.

[@MilanDupal]

Nice piece of machinery! Love watching it vital under your skilled hands.

[@jster1963]

Thank you very much for sharing that! I've always wondered about your lathe....now I know. Great setup...

[@Patroand]

As i understand it, the Mayford company is building and selling this lathe only for educational department. After seeing many of your video I wrote to them and that is the answer received. People can only buy them from the secondary market. I am far away form this market in Canada. You do very sharp product with it ans you take care of it. Thanks for all your videos.

[@pauloalbertovamosfalardequ6976]

Oh my God! Unbelievable! Wonderful job!

[@eviltwinx]

Really nice machine and tooling. Because of videos like this and from mrpete, I've been searching for a lathe to learn on. Oh, and your casting videos have also inspired me to start backyard casting as a new hobby as well.

[@Newmachinist]

Excellent Video - have wanted to see one up and close for a long time. Thanks Rod Vancouver Island

[@CosmasBauer]

What a wonderful machine! Some day I'll get myself a similar one.

[@asid61]

Wow, that lathe is awesome! I don't care much for the change gears (although for small lathes, they're pretty much a must), but everything else is amazing! One-piece ways, the feed handle on the leaddscrew, and the duplex milling attachment! It looks really easy to put on and take off as well.

[@FredMiller]

Very nice lathe. The attachments make very versatile.

[@robisilas]

Much better than my 6" Atlas bought used in 1962 rebuilt last winter. Still usefull though I have three more. Thanks I always wanted to know that lathe The Old Bob

[@grzoo]

Lot thanks for the demonstration. It was very helpful. Vertical slide and fixed steady were extra from the standard equipment I suppose.

[@myfordboy]

+Gr Zoo Yes extra equipment, The leadscrew clutch was an extra too , maybe even the chuck.

[@davespringate5469]

Hi you may have already read my post on the model engineer forum but f not I am looking to replace the drum switch and old on/ off switch on my ML10. I like the look of your simple on/off and reverse all mounted in one box. Could you possible point me in the direction of the components you used ? thanks rgds Dave

[@myfordboy]

yes, I'm watching you! Can you email for a better reply. My address can be found at myfordboy.blogspot.com

[@markbartlett8519]

love your lathe and videos, been very lucky today and bought a ML10 myself. Looking forward to some future happy hours.

[@caemaridwn]

I have this lathe the only trouble is all the bits are real expensive,you opened my eyes with what can be done with it though, great videos

[@jackthecat6225]

What a super nice small lathe, they don't make them like they used to for sure.

[@davehuxley6689]

Thank you for this and all your other video's have just bought a ML10 due to watching you video's. watching you engage the back gear ,do you just undo the screw you pointed to and leave it,as I was concerned it may wind its way out whilst spinning. Sorry I may sound a bit thick but I am a newbie on metal turning formally an old wood turner... many thanks.

[@myfordboy]

You loosen the screw and slide it towards the outside of the gear it's mounted on , then tighten it again. This disconnects the gear from the spindle. Then loosen the big nut holding the backgears and slide it forforwards to mesh with the spindle gears. The drive now goes vis the backgear. Email me if you need any help.

[@davehuxley6689]

@@myfordboy Thank you very much for your quick reply,I will give it a go tomorrow I was just worried about damaging the gears,thank you again, Dave

[@davehuxley6689]

Thank you very much for all your help, now fully understand and practised carrying out the change over succesfully today, look forward to your future videos. Big thanks again.

[@myfordboy]

@@davehuxley6689 I can't remeber the last time I usd backgear. using tiped tools I run top speed most of the time.

[@davehuxley6689]

Thank you for your very helpful reply, when I went through the process of engageing the back gear I took the screw right out and could see that the toothed piece had never been used as the sprocket it it is engaged with is bright and like new, could never have been used, and agrees with your reply. Iwas thinking I would need to reduce speed for drilling and used the back gear but will only need to use small drills as in model making. Thank you so much I am learning the craft with your very useful tip's much different than wood turning for over 30 years. Regards Dave

[@RickRose]

What a great little machine. I don't think anything was made of that size in the same quality in the U.S.

[@philt8322]

Hi A very interesting video, many thanks. One question, did you make any changes to the belt slacking system to enable the operation of your homemade clutch. I have just obtained an ML10 and would also like to incorporate a clutch, your advice would be appreciated. Kind regards Phil

[@myfordboy]

There is a big tension spring fitted that pulls the tensioning arm forward.

[@philt8322]

@@myfordboy Many Thanks, I shall try that. Regards Phil

[@JulianMakes]

lovely lathe myfordboy. i'm still looking, i've seen a potential LeBlonde near to me but it looks quite old (1930's?) and it's big. One day i'll get something! something i've heard on youtube videos discussing buying your first lathe is... can it run quick enough for modern carbide tooling? i guess it doesnt really matter as HSS is fine enough, but have you used carbide tooling? and does it cut nicely? (obviously i'm on a budget so old lathes are much more affordable to me). cheers Julian

[@myfordboy]

Top speed of my lathe is 840 and i use tip tools all the time. I use ones with 0.2mm tip radius, most offered are 0.4mm. The finish is better and easier on the lathe.

[@JulianMakes]

@@myfordboy ahh great! good to know thank you so much.

[@572334]

Hi you tube friend and instructor. I see you have been busy. Spotless lathe. I like the skirt fitted in front of the slide to catch the debris. Copied. Regards

[@davidrichardson8504]

Great video and lathe. I have the same lathe that I also purchased used. Question - I recently purchased a set of collets for the head stock, but for some reason the 3-jaw chuck currently on the head stock is proving very difficult to remove, any guidance? Thank you.

[@myfordboy]

Put the lathe in the lowest speed and grip a bar in the chuck at right angles to the spindle, ie with the bar towards you. Give the bar a quick blow with a hammer.

[@MattTester]

Excellent demo of all the features. I certainly would like to own one but I've seen the prices! Looking forward to your next project.

[@quinn860]

That spindle raiser is the job well done😁

[@erlingweiseth2774]

Great looking lathe - I have a Myford 7 myself, almost ready to go. Only need a new/used swing head assembly for it....and then! PS: Your spindle riser is just fantastic! Thanks for sharing the video..:)

[@gvet47]

If I had all the accessories you have for your lathe I'd think I was in heaven! Ever think about what all this would cost today!

[@gweliver]

Thanks for another great video w/o any talking! Your hand gestures fill in all the blanks!

[@myfordboy]

Suitable for deaf viewers!

[@michalrimmerak1646]

This is very nice little lathe. I have a Czechoslovakia TOS MN80, is it quite same big, but you have much more acessories...

[@rmcd555]

I think your videos are great, I am impressed with your machine shop and keep up the good work, You would be right at home where i work, a Tool Room manufacturing small press tools, for small parts. We have multiple Myfords Super 7 and and two ML7's! Great videos keep it up :)

[@literoadie3502]

Hi Myford, I love your channel and after watching and learning about machine shop on KZbin for a while now, I think I'm confident to finally get my hands on a lathe. I've only started watching your channel recently and have sort of fell in love with Myfords, and am considering them, naturally living in Britain. A Myford Super '7' has popped up on gumtree for £1050 (without quick change gearbox and not sure of it has power cross-feed). The guy is saying he accepts offers, but I don't know how that would go. Is it worth considering? I looked at new lathes on machine mart and for around a £1000 can get one of the Clarke ones. Are they comparable? Now this would be my first ever machine tool besides a bench-top drill press and I don't have any lathe related bits (not even drills) lying around, so would have to start from complete scratch. I'm not into any of the common hobbies like model making or engine building, but would like a lathe to be able to turn diameters and general parts as I please (some cycling related stuff). Any advice? If you go on gumtree and just put lathe in the search box, and put Swansea as the location you should see 2 green Myfords.

[@myfordboy]

A good Myford is far better than any of the Chinese ones like the Clarke. You will probably get some accessories with a used one too. Buying chucks and tools will add to the cost of a new one.

[@hudsonguimaraes8308]

What a detailed presentation!

[@joanglodowski4825]

Hi Myfordboy: Like your video's especially the Ml10 series. Like you I have an ML Speed 10. I bought it brand new thru a distributor in the U.S. The biggest difference from the ML7 vs ML10 series is the swing heights ( Approx. 1/4" ) If you compare the tooling part #'s ML& vs ML10 approx. 85% of the tooling matches both lathes. With my budget $ it was a difference if I wanted the lathe & no tooling (ML7) or a little less lathe with a chance for upgrade to ML7 later with most of the tooling SO settled for ML10 to do model engineering. Granted it doesn't have quick change gear box BUT wanted the option of the change gears for BOTH inch & m/m threads as have both sets. I won't list all my tooling other then have at least as much as you to give you an idea. After seeing your video's made me appreciate how fortunate that I have such a great lathe & tooling. The Myford craftsmanship on the lathe/ tooling is great. I am presently retired from a Field Service job & have been to the U.K. various times( A.J. REEVES - BLACKGATES ENGINEERING) So now have MORE TIME TO FINALLY WORK ON THE SHOP @ MY HOME! To give you an idea of TIME LOST TO JOB DUTIES & OTHER TIME HOME CONSUMING. You know when Myford quit making the Ml10's WELL MINE MIGHT HAVE MAYBE 2-3 HOURS RUN TIME ON IT -- IF THAT -- NEVER HAD A CHANCE TO USE IT -- ITS LIKE "BRAND NEW" - RIGHT OUT OF THE BOX. Thanks for your time Mike G.

[@joanglodowski4825]

Wrong e-mail address showed up --- should be [e-mail]

[@marksinden4156]

+Joan Glodowski - If you get the chance, hang on and look for a Super 7 instead of the basic ML7 - higher speeds and improved engineering on the later, updated model.

[@joanglodowski4825]

+Mark Sinden Hi Mark: Sorry about delay -- just checked back & saw your comment. While I really like the Super7 my ML10 is the "Speed 10" Version which has the higher speed setup with extra jack shaft so you can use carbide tooling on it. As mentioned I only have about maybe 2-3 hrs on the lathe if that so its like brand new out of the box. It also has the longer bed on it so it is 20" between ctr.'s. Now with Myford home plant closed it is really hard to locate their products here in U.S.. A lot of the used pieces are really USED!! Sometime's my dealer has some used ones but haven't really looked to much since mine is new.I know when you talk about Myford here not to many people know what your talking about. I know when I was in the U.K. & went to the Model shows couldn't believe the quality & work they produced. I better close --- you can reach me @ [e-mail]

[@AeroSport103]

That's a very well equipped lathe you have there.

[@MrUbiquitousTech]

I'm stating the obvious, but that's a very nice lathe! And that spindle raiser is ingenious!

[@ianrenshaw6653]

Hi David, I wondered what your opinion was regarding the headstock bearings. Is the tapered bearing unit better in any way over the split cast bearings? Thanks Ian

[@Georges-MILLION]

Très belle petite machine ! Very nice little machine !

[@ErnieNoa3]

Thanks for showing us the lathe

[@paulcolliton3511]

Hi David, long time subscriber I was wondering if you could help me out I've got a ml 10 and wanted to know where you get your cutting tools from as I'm a bit stuck with the one's that came with the lathe thanks in advance 👍keep up the good work 👏

[@myfordboy]

These are what i am using for all materials. www.jbcuttingtools.com/epages/es461493.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/es461493/Products/%22CCGT%206mm%20NF25%22/SubProducts/%22CCGT%20060202%20NF25%22 Use the 0.2 mm tip radius. The same company do the tool holders.

[@mauricenorthcott7988]

Hello again Myfordboy, Been watching your videos again and have noticed a couple of differences between your and my ML10. First difference is the spring you have connected to the motor mounting plate - the other end of the spring is hidden from view. Is this your modification please, and if so, why? Second difference is the size of the [rubber?) supports/rests for the casing that covers the belt from countershaft to headstock. Have you fitted these large supports/rests, and if so, what material are they please?

[@myfordboy]

I have modified the drive to make a clutch for the spindle. The spring pulls the motor forward and there is a bracket with 2 rollers that deform the belt and disconnect the drive. Longer feet made of plastic were added to lift the cover a little to clear the pulleys when the drive is disconnected.

[@mauricenorthcott7988]

Thanks for the reply.

[@millomweb]

It looks smaller than the 7, is it ? I'm sure the 7's saddle is rack driven rather than relying on the leadscrew for everything ! Do you not leave the rod in the tailstock - for removing centres ?

[@myfordboy]

The centre height is about 1/4 less than an ML7 and the between centre is smaller. Mine is 13" but there is also a long bed model. I usualy take out the rod from the tailstock.

[@millomweb]

@@myfordboy Brings back (happy!) memories of the ML7 we had from ~1974 - ~1985

[@davespringate5469]

Hi great video, I'm going to look at an ML10 this weekend with a view to purchasing it. Can you recommend anything that I should check before I make an offer on it ? thanks

[@myfordboy]

I would take along a round bar or tube say 20 mm dia and 200-300mm long. Put it in the chuck and see if there is any play the bearings. My bed is worn which means the carriage is tighter in some parts so you could look out for that too.

[@davespringate5469]

@@myfordboy Thanks for the advice I will do just that, its been stored in a garage since a friend of mine purchased it 9 years ago and never been used. I've seen a picture of it and it looks really grubby. I will let you know the outcome. Great channel, by the way, keep it up. Thanks again

[@davespringate5469]

Well I picked the lathe up on Saturday. Its in a real sorry state but I've got it stripped down now and it's cleaned up a treat I'm really pleased with it. no detectable play in the headstock bearings. It needs rewiring but concentrating on getting it de rusted and cleaned up first.

[@myfordboy]

@@davespringate5469 Glad to hear you are pleased. Now just get that tailstock reassembled!

[@davespringate5469]

@@myfordboy Ah you read my shout for help on the model engineer forum? it certainly is very strange !

[@graemebrumfitt6668]

TFS "thanks for sharing" love all the attachments makes for one versatile machine. G :)

[@jessestrum]

myfordboy can you fit a 6" myfod chuck to the ml10 thanks for the video

[@myfordboy]

You could physicaly mount it but it would not be much use. 6" is the body diameter and the jaws will extend behond this limiting the diameter that can be turned to less than a 4" chuck. The extra length would also reduce the distance available between centres,

[@jessestrum]

thanks , if you were starting over and wanted a ml10 would you consider a speed 10, i intend to buy a ml10 but your advice would help

[@myfordboy]

@@jessestrum Yes if available and I had the space I would go for speed 10.

[@whyturtleracer]

nice lathe and well kept. Congratulations

[@phooesnax]

Been watching and subscribed for quite a while. Where did you find the screw on ER chuck? Is that a 32 or a 40?

[@myfordboy]

+phooesnax The 32 er chuck was made from a 6" backplate from Chronos and a collet chuck from Chester tools.

[@gustavocanestrari814]

MUY BUENO !!!! LO FELICITO !! HERMOSA MAQUINA !!!! SALUDOS DESDE ARGENTINA. VERY GOOD !!!! CONGRATULATIONS !! BEAUTIFUL MACHINE !!!! GREETINGS FROM ARGENTINA.

[@ianrenshaw6653]

Hi, I love your setup and would like to duplicate your start, stop, reverse motor switch arrangement but can’t seem to find one like yours online. Could you let me know where you purchased yours? Thank you!

[@myfordboy]

I think mine came from Chester tools long ago. I have had a look at several companies including Chinese ones and cannot find one like mine with the reverse switch included. Looks like you will have to add your own DTDP switch to get the reverse.

[@ianrenshaw6653]

Thank you for checking! Too bad it’s not offered anymore as it’s a great setup.

[@fireblade639]

Hi... love your lathe, i have an atlas mini. I'm about to sell it, recently i found a myford super 7 complete. Its a little unatended but looks in excellent shape, I have never seen one of this in person , could you help me out a little, what should i look for on this lathe??? I think this lathe use bronze bearings. Are this easy to find or machine??? Same fpr the gears??? Thanks in advance.

[@myfordboy]

fireblade639 You can probably get parts for the lathe OK. If you Google "what to look for lathe" you will find lots of advice. There is also a Yahoo myford group.

[@TheShofer]

Lathe like yours is my dream :)

[@enriqueperez2117]

Detras de este TORNO , hay un gran profesional , sabiendo lo que se hace cuando realiza su trabajo.....mi enhorabuena , por ese amor a este oficio , que se esta perdiendo , ya solo trabajan en cnc,

[@hayati4522]

multi-functional and a great lathe!

[@superiormusic]

Nice little lathe you got there :) Just wondering: can you choose between different gear ratios for the spindle raiser for lower gears?

[@myfordboy]

I have a raising block that can be fitted below the spindle raiser to increase the height even more and then different gearwheels can be fitted. There is also the choice of 6 speeds from the lathe belt and gear drive.

[@kimballwiggins3976]

British engineering Buddy!hell yeah

[@ChrisJB84]

Very nice lathe. Do you have a video on making the spindle raiser?

[@myfordboy]

No sorry I made this long before youtube was available.

[@planeflyer21]

+myfordboy I was going to ask the same question. Looks like it would be pretty straight forward: a housing, a couple of bearing assemblies, a few gears. Love your work by the way! You are the primay inspiration for us getting into casting.

[@tonelessdiy]

Hi. I'm subscribed to your channel for a few months now and I've watched lots of your videos. I think I've watched this one at least 10 times, as I'm looking for a ML10 myself and it includes lots of valuable info and details on this model. I'd like to make one question. Have you ever changed the bearings on this early model ML10? I've found plenty of info for changing the taper bearings on later models but none info for the early ones with plain bearings. Greetings from Athens, Greece.

[@myfordboy]

+Nick Prionas You cannot change the bearings on this model. There are no replaceable bearings. The cast iron headstock is bored and the spindle runs directly in it. There are some shims that can be removed to tighten the bearing. If you read the description of this lathe at lathes.co.uk you will see it has never been know for the bearings to be adjusted on the ML10. My lathe is probably 40 years, gets a lot of use and there is absolutely no play in the bearings so don't be put off by this feature. I have replaced the thrust bearing in the past.

[@tonelessdiy]

Many thanks for your prompt reply. I've read the ML10 page on lathes.co.uk but along with your description, it's now more clear how the spindle runs through the headstock. I asked Myford to have me in mind if a ML10 shows up and I'll keep an eye on ebay etc.

[@DJM1LOVE]

did you find 1? and what is the price they are selling for? thanks

[@tonelessdiy]

You will have to regularly check Ebay for a ML10 and price ranges from 500 up to 1000+ GBP depending condition, tooling etc. I myself ended buying a Super 7 model.

[@DJM1LOVE]

ok thanks.

[@ianmoone2359]

Please excuse my ignorance about lathes, should the gears have so much backlash / wear and it rattle like that? I watched. KZbin vid about buying a used Lathe & it said if it clicks / rattles like that at a regular beat it could be a gear missing a tooth? Do these Chinese lathes rattle like that? Looking to buy a Lathe & don’t know whether to buy new or used, UK or Chinese, etc so trying to learn as much as I can before jumping in the deep end with both feet.

[@myfordboy]

The lathe is belt drive so there is no rattle from the drive from motor to spindle. The rattle comes from the changewheels. They could be adjusted to be quieter or disconnected when not in use. If the lathe had a gear drive then yes a rattle could indicate a problem.

[@wingman358]

Awesome! Very clean and well equipped. I especially like the custom spindle raiser. Did you cast the frame for it yourself?

[@myfordboy]

Yes it's my design and casting. I made a raising block that can be fitted below the spindle raiser to increase the height even more.

[@BadMooseRecords]

How many of those have you made?

[@georgespangler1517]

Nice small lathe, 13 inches really limits what you can do , Gets a little crowded I'm sure.

[@habiks]

Lovely lathe. Wish I had room for it.

[@millomweb]

Might surprise you with this comment - looking at 0:50. Yeah, our grease gun end is ground down to get into lubing the back gear shaft ! Seeing the nipple there !

[@mike97525]

that milling attachment would be handy

[@myfordboy]

I rarely use it as I have a milling machine but it is useful for some jobs.If you only have a lathe it does enable small milling to done. Also you can always bolt an angle plate to the crosslide and mount the work on that for milling. I often use this method for machining something that is too tall to fit in the mill.

[@paulcolliton3511]

Hi David I also have a ML10 and am a newbie to lathe work I have been was wondering how to lock the saddle, I got a manual but don't seem to be able to find where or how to lock the saddle, kind regards Paul

[@myfordboy]

On my ML 10 there are 3 screws to adjust the saddle gib. 2 are slotted screws and one has a tee bar that can be tightened. Maybe yours is missing? Easy to make one, I can measure it if you wish.

[@paulcolliton3511]

@@myfordboy that would be much appreciated and again thank you very much for your advice and time. Paul

[@paulcolliton3511]

Thanks for the advice, I've got it on my lathe, I just didn't recognise it and in the manual it doesn't say what exactly it is so once again David thank you very much take care and stay safe Pal 👍🏻

[@JuhaEerikki]

I have an identical lathe as this one aboard my sailing boat. It came with the boat and has the identical placards as yours in the video, the " Myford Nottingham England ", and also the placard for the speeds, identical as well. Does this mean my lathe is definitely the "Myford ML Speed10"? I can not find a placard showing the model anywhere, but neither did I notice one on your video. What could I do with this lathe? Its been 30 odd years since I used one. How much are these valued at today? Correct me if I'm wrong but my understanding is that these are better quality lathes than what can be bought new today?

[@myfordboy]

+JuhaEerikki If the speeds are the same as mine it's an ML10. A speed 10 has higher speeds and different bearings. Quality British product. Better than Chinese.

[@ianmoone2359]

Sheesh, how big is your boat if it comes with its own Lathe?

[@rodstartube]

wow man those accesories are super!

[@nifty1940]

I have one, but don't have the talent or skill to enjoy its. magic. But, I try. Thanks Mr. Myfordboy, your vids keep my hopes up, I can continue to learn. BTW: A Mill (as in bucks) could tempt a lecherous old man :-)

[@stephenwhite3343]

Hi, is there a video showing your clutch modification ?

[@myfordboy]

I made this before KZbin existed so there is no video of the build.

[@anessfaris5857]

very nice lathe.good chance

[@MatthewTang_trailcode]

Awesome Lathe! I think better then South Bend Lathes.

[@65BAJA]

Please do a video on the mill next.

[@myfordboy]

Already done: The Raglan Vertical Milling Machine

[@epoxi]

myfordboy I think that 65BAJA is traing to say is to show more about the milling attachment. Please tell us more about it. It's really interesting! Thanks for all your videos!!!

[@65BAJA]

I actually was referring to the Raglan but more video about the milling attachment would be cool. I'm researching machines for my shop at the moment. I was curious what size the lathe and mill were to see what size machines I should be considering. I have been eyeballing the Grizzly G0602 and the G0704. I see now that they are maybe a little bigger than I would need.

[@YOURFISHINGCHANNEL]

Hi there , thanks for the good videos , i am looking into making my own leadscrew for my ml10 , its a metric 1 , do you have any info on the dimensions of the leadscrew as mine is very warn i want to get the best measurement. thanks in advance.

[@myfordboy]

Mine is an imperial lathe so dimensions will be different. Try lathes.co.uk for info. I would not try and cut one but see if you can find an already threaded rod of the right thread form.

[@hjohn61251]

nice lathe. got all the good stuff with it :-).

[@juanmanuelmarchioli]

Is a great lathe... a complete machine center in a small size... :)

[@АндрейШмырев-х8н]

Жалко не показали на сколько выдвигается пиноль в задней бабке...а в остальном отличное видео.С меня лайк.

[@petergregory5286]

Sad, I started my apprenticeship on Myfords and Colchester Students too many years ago. Regards.

[@paulwilliams9191]

Hello there could you tell me where you got the spindle raiser from, and do you think it would it work on a myford ML7. thanks.

[@myfordboy]

I made the spindle raise to my own design.

[@mauricenorthcott7988]

Hi Myfordboy, Have watched many of your videos on KZbin. How do you make changing your chuck so easy? I have a Myford Speed 10 and changing the chuck is a nightmare - taking it off is not too difficult, but when putting it on it is so so difficult to connect the thread correctly.........

[@myfordboy]

I don't have this problem at all. My 3 and 4 jaw, faceplate and collet chuck all go on and off easily. I am sure you have checked the threads are clean. Maybe your spindle is a little oversize but I dout that would be the case.

[@mauricenorthcott7988]

Thanks for the reply. Yes I checked everything clean. I did succeed in fitting and undoing it a few times last evening. Perhaps I am getting "the knack". Thanks again.

[@jessestrum]

myford boy please can you tell me the spring size for your homemade clutch would be very gratefull

[@myfordboy]

200mm long OD 16.5mm. Wire diameter is 2.3mm

[@jessestrum]

@@myfordboy thanks mate really appreciate that love your videos

[@Mentorcase]

That motor of yours, is it a 2 direction motor or have you wired it especially to run both directions?

[@myfordboy]

It's a standard split phase motor.It can be run in either direction depending o the connections at the terminal block.

[@nathanpieper6385]

I love the lathe.

[@rachelrosen2144]

How do you unscrew an obstinate 3 jaw chuck? Anthony

[@hentzant]

Hi.I have just bought an old Ml10 with plain headstock bearings.Do you find the 840 rpm top speed limiting ? I am stripping and refurbishing the lathe and started by looking for the serial Number, I can't find one at the tailstock end so maybe the bed has been replaced at some point.

[@myfordboy]

+Ken Dart I find the speed is fine. I use it on top speed mostly and just reduce it a bit for larger stuff. I rarely use the backgear except for screwcutting. By serial number it just in front of the tailstock handle. if you haven't already been there be sure to visit lathes.co.uk for everything you need to know about this lathe.

[@haroldpearson6025]

Does anyone know the weight of the ML10. I cant find it in the handbook.

[@haroldpearson6025]

Hi, Do you have a recommendation for a QC tool post for the ML10 please?

[@JustinHoMi]

And to think that I always just thought you were a Ford fanboy!

[@ramountammo8337]

What is the part on your machine called, that looks like the holder pencil that cut the machine, it has 12 screws 3/3/3/3....

[@myfordboy]

+Ramoun Tammo 4 way tool post.

[@popibrazil]

Magnific

[@pedroernestobraga]

the apron run a gear over the lead screw? these lathe do not have a hack gear right ?

[@myfordboy]

There is no rack. The leadscrew acts as one. leadscrew handwheel is used for cuts.

[@ianrenshaw6653]

Hi David, I would like copy your clutch arrangement which I think is excellent. Could you let me know what distance between the two rollers are? Thank you, Ian R.

[@myfordboy]

Rollers are 0.50"dia. spaced 4.46" apart. They are fixed to the mounting arm 4" from one roller. Mounting arm centres 2". You need to fit a strong spring to pull the motor mounting bracket forwards. Adjust position of new brackets so belt is deformed when motor bracket forward.

[@ianrenshaw6653]

Thank you!!!

[@ianrenshaw6653]

Hi David, I finished the clutch today and it’s working great. I don’t think I could use this lathe without now!

[@ianrenshaw6653]

Hi David, I finished the clutch today and it’s working great. I don’t think I could use this lathe without now!

[@jamiefultz5937]

I need that tailstock mine is missing

[@yousifshlee572]

very nice lath are it for sale , i wont it

[@SteamDriven]

G'day form Oz.... superb videos ! I have an ML10, had it since new... still going strong ! Very much like your homemade clutch... I can just about work it out from pausing the video... any chance of some basic dimensions of the key components... would be much appreciated. I also see that you have replaced the headstock oilers with larger ones... good idea, do the old ones just screw out ? Cheers... John

[@myfordboy]

+John Raffe I'll sketch it out if you send me your email . The oilers were the ones fitted when i bought the lathe . It had one previuos owner but I think they are original.

[@SteamDriven]

+myfordboy Great... many thanks !

[@ValMartinIreland]

How do you hold the mandrel from turning while unscrewing the chuck?

[@myfordboy]

Engage low gear and it gives enough resistance to unscrew it.

[@josearchimbaud6616]

Hi Myfordboy I just got a speed 10 and look exactly than your machine, do you know what is the difference.

[@myfordboy]

myfordboy The speed 10 has a higher top speed and different bearing in the headstock. You can read about the history and specification of the ML10 and many other lathes at lathes.co.uk

[@Leeowen248]

What is the maximum size bar you can fit through the spindle?

[@myfordboy]

About 15mm