[Woodcarver] Spacer block on lathe

[Bill Smith]

hi I use a spacer block all the time seems to work and in between I have a peice of paper so I know where it is
 
Bill

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"My question to the wood turners is, do you glue a spacer
block to the wood that you are turning and screw your faceplate to that spacer?  If you do, what kind of glue are you using for that?"
 
I use spacer blocks screwed to my faceplates quite often. I usually use hot glue or regular lathe double sided tape, not carpet tape. 
    Hot glue can be removed more easily than most any other kind. A blow with a mallet usually will dislodge it. With double sided tape, I usually screw the spacer block on my faceplate and then put on enough double sided tape strips to pretty much cover the spacer block. Then, peal off the covering on the back of the tape, put the piece to be turned on that. Clamp the two together for at least an hour. Many times, it is something I do at the end of the day and just leave it overnight. 
    If I am turning a rather heavy piece, I will usually screw the wood directly to the faceplate. 
    Hope this helps.
    Tom
    Thomas W. Horton
    Glen Mills, PA
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