Delta Industrial 46 464 Midi Lathe Extension: Enhance Your Woodturning Experience Review

Center support drilled and tapped for wrong size threaded foot. I had to re-drill and re-thread the 3/8" screw at 16 tpi. Judging by the numerous posts on the Internet, this is not difficult, but a common problem. The rest of the extension worked flawlessly. It would be nice if there were retractable wheels. I added some yo to make it easier to move the lathe.

This massive and strong extension matches the design of the Delta bed and Midi lathe. Unfortunately, the B-pillar adjustable leg was not threaded well and the threads did not match the leg screw. I had to press again. The parts are not precision made and required multiple attempts with repeated adjustments to put them together. The extension joint was 1/16th from the main rail, allowing the tool rest and tailstock to hang from the joint. I had to file them to ensure smooth gliding. In the end…

Wanted to save time Got a waste of time. There was an old Delta Midi lathe. It took extra time to make some longer pieces. Extensions for my old lathe were no longer available. I've been seriously looking at some very nice long lathes. Decided to buy a new delta lathe with extension table and stand. I wasn't ready for all the work it would take to get it working. I am NOT a perfectionist. You only need something to flip some items longer than 15 inches. I hope to be happy with this car one day.