Grizzly - G 0462 wood lathe with digital readout (Rating: 2)
The Grizzly G0462 Wood Lathe is an enticing machine based on it's price point, horse power, and features. I would not recommend it. Don't get me wrong, I have made some fairly nice pieces on it. However, I wish I had never purchased it. In one year I have replaced the belt around 10 times, replaced all bearings, replaced the tool rest, and replaced the tail stock hand wheel twice. The tail stock and head stock do not align, it vibrates, and is noisy.
The Grizzly G0462 Wood Lathe is an enticing machine based on it's price point, horse power, and features. I would not recommend it. Don't get me wrong, I have made some fairly nice pieces on it. However, I wish I had never purchased it. In one year I have replaced the belt around 10 times, replaced all bearings, replaced the tool rest, and replaced the tail stock hand wheel twice. The tail stock and head stock do not align, it vibrates, and is noisy.