Jet 1642 tool rest

Thank you for the sources. Robust has 4" for your lathe Hi Perry: Go to www. They offer 4" tool rests to fit your lathye. Originally Posted by Perry Holbrook.

I can't seem to find a source for a smaller tool rest, maybe 4", for my Jet Page 1 of 2 1 2 Last Jump to page:. Sponsored Forums Private Forums Authors. All times are GMT The time now is PM. All rights reserved.

Preferred Partners of. Continue Shopping Proceed to Checkout. Search within model. Page A. Add to Cart. Page B. Popular Parts. Ball Bearing. Socket Set Screw. Hex Nut. Index Pin.

Lathe Parts. Repair Guides. How to Diagnose a Bad Power Cord or Switch This video outlines the basics of power tool and appliance electrical diagnosis. Power Tool Care and Maintenance This article suggests guidelines for power tool care and maintenance. It is heavy, stable, powerful, smooth and quiet. The electronic variable speed works great. Fine Woodworking Magazine did a comparison test of heavy-duty woodworking lathes in , and said, "The Jet wood lathe is a solid performer and similar in many ways to its beefier sibling, the Powermatic.

It has plenty of power". Just like its little brother, the headstock does not swivel on the JWLEVS-2, so outboard turning is accomplished by sliding the headstock to the far right end of the lathe. There really aren't any other complaints except that Jet had an issue with motor failures on units built prior to The company has reportedly corrected that issue, but the average ratings still reflect those problems.

If you negate those reviews with the now-fixed motor issue, the average combined rating on the EVS-2 comes out to about a 4. That is one point I want to bring out here. When reading reviews or looking at forum comments, you have to pay attention to when they were written.

You may be reading about issues that have long since been corrected, and don't apply to a new machine. Overall, the Jet wood lathe is a great choice. It offers more capability than the smaller machines, and there really isn't much else out there that offers the same features and quality for a similar price. This product is no longer available Please see our Full Size Lathes category for more choices.

Comments On Feb 23, Thanks Roger for your help. I received my Jet EVS two weeks ago, setup was easy two people is a plus. I have turned several bowls 14 inch plus. It worked great at higher speeds for finishing cuts and the lower speed was great for sanding.

I cored a 15 inch dried hardwood bowl with no problem. I am very happy with my new lathe.