October 23, 201114 yr Our Grizzly G1495 lathe came with an 8 inch diameter aluminum sanding disk for the outboard. Â Would I dare drill holes in that and use it as a face plate? Â The threads on the outboard are an odd size 7/8 inch x 16tpi LH. Â Would it harm the machine? Â Comments would be appreciated. Â SQ Â It it can't be fixed with glue and sawdust - it's not worth fixing.
October 23, 201114 yr I don't know that lathe, but I don't see why not. If it has a spindle on that side, it can be used for outboard turning. This plate just wasn't "designed" for it. Mark your holes carefully, drill them, and counter sink them. Make sure the threads on the spindle and the plate are such that it won't spin off when you're turning against it, though. If you put a chuck on the outboard without an adapter, it'll come off the spindle when you get a catch by unscrewing. Semper fiwww.swearingen-turnings.com
October 23, 201114 yr Sue..Looks like it might work. But would have to be layed out carefully.Make a center plug with a small hole in the center of it. Push the plug into the hub hole and use a good compass to "swing" the circles in the four sections.I would have three radial holes in each of the four sections. Layout the radial hole spacing from the hub hole. Use a drill press to drill the holes rather than trying to do it by hand.Larry
October 23, 201114 yr Author You guys just saved me a ton of money!  Seems I will not need to buy that custom made face plate, but rather use this 8 inch sanding disk , once I modify it.  Thank you so much for all the comments.  Really Appreciate them.   Jason,This sanding disk was made for the outboard spindle and came with the machine.  Do I have to worry about this coming off?  It certainly doesn't come off when it's on the outboard spindle which it fits as a sanding disk. Disk is a left hand threads just like the outboard spindle.  Is there something I'm not understanding there? . I have an anti-lock lathe spindle washer on the inboard. They don't make a 7/8 inch anti-lock lathe spindle washer.  Do you think a 1 inch anti-lock lathe spindle washer would work on the 7/8inch outboard spindle? Larry:Yes, I will create a template on the computer and attach it to the disk before drilling.  Good idea about the 3 radial holes in each 1/4 section.  We have a drill press.   I understand, I will be working on the right side of the bowl, rather than the usual left side of the bowl as I do on the inboard.  The outboard tool rest came with the machine from the factory and is attached on the right side when facing the outboard spindle, so I think I'm good to go. Anything other concerns about outboard turning I should be aware of? You guys are the best!SQ It it can't be fixed with glue and sawdust - it's not worth fixing.
October 23, 201114 yr The only thing I would caution you on is most face plates for the lathe are made of steel to hold up under the stress of side loads. The aluminium plate doesn't look to have a lot of web and probably isn't designed to handle side loading that would be exerted when turning especially during those times when a catch occurs and could possibly warp the aluminium plate. You could probably get away with it for shallow bowls and plates. The deeper the bowl for example the more leverage you would have which would increase the load on the plate. Just my 2c. Good luck.
October 23, 201114 yr SQ In do not belive there is enough mass in the sanding disk to work as a face plate. my concern would be that the extra weight of the turning stock will cause the faceplate to break apart during turning and injuring you. Please follow the simple rule of using the right tool for the job and spend the money on a proper faceplate, it's cheaap insurance for your safety.
October 23, 201114 yr Author Mike and John, Appreciate your comments and concerns.  Certainly don't want to take the fun out of turning by hurting myself.   SQ It it can't be fixed with glue and sawdust - it's not worth fixing.
October 24, 201114 yr Ah, I was thinking more on the ability of the lathe to turn outboard, not on the structural ability of this plate.  I agree with the others; keep it for sanding and replace it with a webbed steel (or cast iron) plate for turning. Semper fiwww.swearingen-turnings.com
October 24, 201114 yr I would have to agree with Mike on this one. I am a little late to the dance, but I don't think I will drill holes in this plate and then attach more weight to it. You never know how much it would change the structure and integrity of the piece by removing the mass from the holes. That could cause a weak point in the plate and cause it to wrap or separate under a load. When things are spinning at the speeds we turn at, you want to know that it was meant to be used that way. John MoodyJohn Moody Woodworkshttp://www.johnmoodywoodworks.com
October 24, 201114 yr Author I'm glad I asked.  I have really appreciated everyone's comments.  I am putting this idea to rest, and will not modify that into a face plate.  When the time comes, I will buy a proper face plate for the outboard.   Thanks guys, you truly are the best! SQ It it can't be fixed with glue and sawdust - it's not worth fixing.
October 25, 201114 yr Sue, Look on ebay, you may find just what your looking for without spending alot of . Â Larry
October 25, 201114 yr Author This is such an odd ball size - 7/8" x 16T PI LH (left handed) I would truly be surprised if there was one on there. Â But I'm going to look. Â Thanks for the suggestion. Â SQLarry Buskirk said: Sue, Look on ebay, you may find just what your looking for without spending alot of . Â Larry
October 25, 201114 yr Sue,If there is one place to find the odd ball items, ebay's the place. If it's not on there today keep checking as one will probably show up.I've found a lot of parts that I figured I would never find on ebay.Put a wanted to buy in the classified section here. Maybe someone on here has one they don't use.Regards,Larry
October 25, 201114 yr Susie, I bought and adapter for one online about 2 years ago. Think it ran me about $20 shipped. I just Googled it.  Ron DudelstonAbove and Beyond WoodWorks
October 25, 201114 yr Maybe I better explain my previous post. If you can find a faceplate at the right price don't let the bore size and thread count stop you from buying it. There are adapters available. Ron DudelstonAbove and Beyond WoodWorks
October 25, 201114 yr Author Larry B,That's a very good idea.  I will try that.  Thanks for the suggestion.   SQLarry Buskirk said:Sue,If there is one place to find the odd ball items, ebay's the place. If it's not on there today keep checking as one will probably show up.I've found a lot of parts that I figured I would never find on ebay.Put a wanted to buy in the classified section here. Maybe someone on here has one they don't use.Regards,Larry
October 25, 201114 yr Author That's a very good idea.  This spindle is such an odd ball size 7/8" x 16 TPI Left hand.  I will keep trying to resolve this issue.  I really want to try the outboard.  Thanks for the tip.   SQRon Dudelston said:Maybe I better explain my previous post. If you can find a faceplate at the right price don't let the bore size and thread count stop you from buying it. There are adapters available. Ron DudelstonAbove and Beyond WoodWorks
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