I need help deciding what size lathe to buy.
One thing I would like to do is chuck a piece of 2"X6"X.060 wall 6061 tubing, bore the end to a .030 wall thickness .060 deep so it would accept a 1.94"X.060" thick plug that has a 20 degree bevel facing out. Then spin the edge of the tube over the plug to capture it closing off the end of the tube.
What size lathe would be capable of this on a regular basis?
I would also like to be able to spin form small aluminum parts like 1/2" to 2" velocity stacks over steel mandrels.
Could a 7X14 mini lathe or 8X14 Lathemaster handle this type of work?