Timbuck-I have a similar sized home machinist lathe, and a similar sized mini-mill. Had both for a couple of years. I can do simple stuff on them, but with no experience and no experienced friends, it has been difficult to learn new tricks. I've bought s couple of books, but they typically start out expecting me to know more way than I do. I know you are way beyond needing learning literature for the lathe, but just wondered if you might have any suggestions. I know there is a ton of stuff on u-tube, but I still like books. Thanks, Bob