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Tailstock Cam Lock Kit

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$27.97 $39.95 In stock

This kit converts a standard mini lathe tailstock to lock by lever action. This camlock action locks the tailstock to the ways by moving a lever about 45 degrees.

You must drill one 1/2" hole in the back of the tailstock casting.

This lathe cam lock kit is made from heat treated 4140 steel for long life.

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Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Violet X. ★★★★★

The lever locks the tailstock securely with just a 45-degree turn, which is so much easier than the old screw method. Drilling the one hole was straightforward with a standard bit. It's made adjusting the lathe setup a quick, one-handed job.

John E. ★★★★★

Installed this on my mini lathe yesterday and the lever action locks the tailstock securely with just a 45-degree move. Drilling that single 1/2" hole was straightforward and took maybe ten minutes. It’s a simple upgrade that makes adjusting the tailstock much quicker.

Hannah ★★★★★

Finally, no more cranking that rusty bolt. The lever action locks the tailstock rock-solid after just a 45-degree turn. I did have to drill the 1/2-inch hole, but the kit included everything else.