lathe riser without the top on. It happens to be 3 2X4's high (10.5ish), and paneled on the outside with 5/8ths ply with plenty of woodscrews throughout. The old metal lathe stand bolts through the top set of 2X4s that are lying flat (see other photos)
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Close up of lathe riser frame
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Here is the stand finished and lathe installed, you can see the old lathe stand has two bolts on each end that go down through the top ply and through the 2X4s that are layed flat on top.
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There's still some work to do to make it more earthquake resistant - a heavy set of angle irons will be added, bolted to new holes in the garage floor.
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Here's my antique "drill that wone the war", a WWII era drill press from a basement in Pasadena. At $100, a machinist friend of mine said it was a good deal because 'they don't make em like they used to.' After looking at drill presses in that price range new, I think he is right. Pay no attention to the non-OSHA compliant belt guard. :)
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Finished lathe stand with chip guard / tool holder and shelf.
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