Looking for a Vicmarc lathe for sale, preferably in the southwest.
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WTB Vicmarc Lathe
- Thread starter Steve Dunkel
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Steve, what size are you looking for? I have restored 3 Vicmarc VL100 lathes (obtained from a Utah school district eliminating their shop class). All are equipped with a 1/2HP motor and belts can be changed to each of the 6 factory speeds (NOT variable speed). Here are photos of each of the 3 lathes. As I restored each lathe, I made adjustments to the "stands" to which they are attached. If you are interested, please PM me and I will share all the details and the asking prices. I am located in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, as you've shared your preference for being in the Southwest.
Scott
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That's about the size I was hoping to find but one of the models with a stand and variable speed. How much are you asking for them?
Hey Steve! You are experiencing the same problem I was when I was looking for Vicmarc here in the west USA. I was outbid by $50 on an original Aussie VL100 with the factory stand and variable speed. Ever since then I regret being a "cheapskate" with my bidding.
In the mean time, I have restored a total of 4 VL100 lathes - the 3 you see above and one that I have added VS to for personal use (a marked increase in expense towards restoration).
I will PM you the what I am asking and the details.
Thanks,
Scott
Tom Gall
TOTW Team
Scott, not interested in buying here. Just curious if you know what year Vicmarc started including the base with motor and controls? I ordered one in 1995 from CSUSA (delivered in 1996) - it just had the basic lathe, belt, and a pulley for the motor. User had to supply the motor and controls.
I never heard back from Scott so the hunt continues. Any leads are appreciated.
If you're going to Louisville, Branches to Bowls will have a VL 240 on display.
Couldn't find a Vicmarc lathe but found and purchased a used Woodfast M408H lathe. Can't wait to get turning on it.
I decided that the Woodfast M408H is a little larger than what I wanted so it is now up for sale on this forum. So, I'm still looking for a Vicmarc VL150. Anyone have one for sale or know of one?
Finally picked up on a VL150. Thanks to all that replied.