are there any major defects in this lathe?
1830044
I cannot effectively answer this question. The lathe I purchased was used and it was incorrectly advertised as a model 3520B. What I received was a 3520A.
1830045
No defects, have enjoyed the ease of using this lathe almost every day. Have turned hundreds of projects, bowls, goblets, using various woods. No complaints!
1830046
I have turned over 1000 bowls on this lathe and I have not discovered any "defects". It has worked well. I have two other lathes so I have a good comparison. I would prefer the lathe to have a bigger swing so I could turn larger bowls, but that is not a defect.
1830047
No defects. The lathe is the best I have ever had. Extremely reliable, even with very heavy pieces.
1830048
Marcia, I've owned this 3520 for about 4 years and have not had any issues with it. The biggest piece I have turned on it has beem a 18" walnut bowl and have also turned small finials. It runs very smoothly. The only issues I have ever had was that I trashed the hinge on the tail stock door but used a long finishing nail to replace it. Joe
988020
No Lynn, I tried to repair mine also but it's not possible... But when you get the new one you will be amazed at how sharp it is, I would recommend the new one for sure and the price on this one is very good
1916030
I Believe So, Yes. I Returned Mine, Because There Were Functional Issues With 3 Major Parts Of The Machine. I Had The Run Around From The Manufacturer, The Seller, And Amazon. It Was A Nightmare. It Seemed Like It Would Be A Good Product, And If Those Pieces Weren't Screwed Up, Probably Would've Been A Great Buy. I Hope You Have Better Luck Than Me!
1241676
I don't think it's a defect. I would say it is how they distressed the wood because it is painted black and the areas are similar on each drawer. I'm really happy with the quality we got for what we paid.
983134
I have had this unit for 2 years. No problems with poor machining. Table saws are not made equal, nor are the table tops ever perfectly flat. The slight wobble with this unit is not detrimental enough that it caused square issues. You might want to call Grizzly and inquire about this problem; get an answer from the "horses mouth" so to speak. Hapy jigging!
1472676
the machine has no problems so far, when I received that lubricate and seat the blade but I think it is because it is new. That is easy for me because I'm a barber, I think other people have problems paresca they know not to walk with her, but always q servicing the machines either new or used. works well for me and the blade is fine.
1279294
I've had two that I ordered recently and neither of them sounded like they had loose parts. Both have worked flawlessly. I'd send it back for a new one.
1925374
No, there were small imperfections but it works great. I haven't had any problems.
1579410
The company web sit may have that info. Meantime, flatten it in vise and maybe use a washer over it. A local machine shop would make a better one for a couple bucks
1884877
I can't answer this but can only speculate. I understand manufacturing flaws but I think most users are not reading the book and properly setting up the saw the first time. I've used mine multiple times and have never had a problem. I love it!
1718610
I just got mine and I'm wondering if I should return, my drive shaft appears slightly bent and when I grind with nothing inside it scrapes ceramic on ceramic at one section of the rotation. :(
2251083
I haven't had any problems. I've had my lathe since December 2010. However, Delta has a horrible track record it may not be possible to get replacement parts at this point
378373
I had no difficulty. What part seems to be missing? If something is not there perhaps you should contact the seller.
1808075
I am not aware of this issue having been a concern. There is no wobble in this drill, it is really solid.
1038981
I don't have that problem. I suspect that the blade cover (housing) is not properly inserted into machine. The gap between blade and blade cover is pretty small such that only minimal debris is collected. That has been my experience.
149840
Never had any issues that would need repair. I've been pretty rough on it. You might be interested in a higher end Melodica.
27261
Mine is perfectly fine. Unfortunately, I can't guarantee that yours won't be defective...it was produced by imperfect people. The seller seems likely to make sure you are happy, if you do run into a problem.