Grizzly G9972Z 11" x 26" Bench Lathe w/ Gearbox Product Description:
- 6 speeds: 150, 300, 560, 720, 1200, 2400 RPM
- Distance between centers: 26"
- Motor: 1 HP, 110v, 60 Hz
- Swing: 10-5/8" over bed; 6-3/8" over cross-slide
- Travel: 3-1/2" compound; 7" cross-slide; 23" carriage
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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful.
Grizzly 11x26 lathe is a good value
By Thomas Bickauskas
I bought this lathe about 9mos ago to make parts for my business. I have not had any problems and it is still tight. There are set screw adjustments on the carriage to keep things smooth and accurate. The tool post is just ok since you have to shim all the tools up to centerline. A quick change tool post will make things much better. Changing spindle speed is a bit of chore, but only takes 5min when you figure it out. The only complaint I have is with the stand. The bolt holes did not line up on the chip tray and required modification. It's Chinese, so you have to expect some of this. This lathe is very basic and works well for the price.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful.Generally a good machine
By Steven T
Everything on the mill uses bolts instead of levers which is a hassle. I had to buy a set of ratcheting wrenches. This is also a bit of slip in the morse taper, which may indicate that it is not a clean taper.The switch is also in a TERRIBLE place. You need to reach over the chuck to turn the machine on. My last lathe had the on/off on the carriage which was much more convenient.On a complex machine these are my only real complaints, hence the 4/5 stars
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful.Great lathe
By Martin R. Jensen
This is a great lathe for the money. It's bigger than the 9 by 20 and a lot beafier at close to 400lbs. I had to face the back of the 4 jaw chuck but other than that, it's reasonably true. If I had more room, I would have bought a 12 in lathe, which is more professional type and more accurate but this was the largest I could lug around my basement and it is good enough for my purposes. I replaced the switch after a bout 4 years use but that's all
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