very helpful thanks Mike. I bought this system recently not knowing its multiple uses, this video has opened my eyes to its usefulness, mch aporeciated as usual, thank you. I love your stuff!
Hi Mike. You did a great job demo-ing this. I've been using mine and it's a big help. The bolt head does not have anything on it so there are no marks left on the wood. This works great on bottle stoppers using a screw on mandrel in the headstock. I used the bolt for end support which left only a very small end to finish off. No mark left, so no parting off. Thanks for a great video.
I have a nova comet 2. I bought this same live center. I use it 97% of the time but did not know the versitality of it!. Thank you so much for info. Love your videos. Thanks
Mike once again I have to say thank you this video has helped me out tremendously I think you for this information in the diligence in which you help us I will have to invest in the nova life center again thank you very much
Happy that review was useful to you. You can support my channel if you order anyything from Amazon thru my shop with the link in the video descriptions.
Hey Mike. Thanks for posting this review. I know it is a few years old but it is still a viable post. I have been sitting on the fence about getting this kit and after watching your review I have decided to pull the trigger. I knew this system was versatile, but did not realize how versatile it could be. I would order it through your Amazon store, but they don't deliver to Canada. Thanks again for the incredibly fun and educational videos. Keep up the great work. Mike MacLeod Ontario Canada.
Thank you for this very informative video. This is such a versatile system, I'm going to get one! You are so good at explaining things without making it difficult to understand. Great job!
Just in time for Christmas, was looking at a threaded center to try ball turning with wooden cup holders. This will fit the bill and then some.Thanks again,
Great video, Mike. The link you posted last year brings me to your product page, but I don't see the Nova live venter there. I really appreciate your style of presentation. Not cute or "standup comical", just straightforward and sincere. Keep up the great presentations.
Thanks Mike for another great video! I've been looking for another live center and your review and tips on Nova's live center has sold me on the unit! Thanks again and safe turning to you always!
Thanks Mike. I just broke the live center that came with my Powermatic last week, and was wondering what to replace it with. Your video made that decision an easy one. Just went on Amazon and purchased the Nova for $55.00. Should have it tomorrow'. Thanks for making great informative videos.
Great review Mike! I just got the Nova live center for $11 (kind of) on Amazon. It was on sale for $54 and I used $48 cash back on my credit card plus it had free shipping. Talk about perfect timing! Can't wait for it to get here!
Excellent demo Mike. I use one on my Nova DVR XP which is very versatile as you demonstrate and I use the Oneway live center on my 2436. The Oneway is a bit more beefy for large stuff in my opinion but the Nova certainly has more options for support mounting. Good stuff and keep up the good work, thanks!
very helpful, Mike. Found this after noting your comment on Mike Waldt's site. As a Nova chuck user, I'll look into buying one. I just recently purchased a Beall spindle tap and have made some spindle mounted wood faceplates and glue blocks. This live center will come in handy as you say for many projects. One is to hold the bowl reversed up against the Nova Cole jaws when I'm finishing the bottom. Thanks again.
Even though yo did not show it I can see this being useful for making larger flared blocks for supporting the mouths of vases while finishing the outside, after removing the steady rest
Looking for which way to go for a live center with options of using 3" or 4" cones. Was going to go with the Oneway or Savannah 7559 thinking the Nova 5015 wasn't the way to go. Thank you for the good explanation of it's options. I was trying to stay with the Nova chuck options & abilities. Instead of having a large mix of brands in the tool box.
I got mine about 3 years ago. I use allthread instead of hanger bolts cause it's cheaper. Cut off the length I want, drill a hole and epoxy it in, then shape it to what I need and it's always ready when I need it.
Great review, this Nova system works well just keep track of the parts and make copies of their manual for quick reference and ideas. Now, I wish Nova would offer more jaws for their Infinity chuck.
+James Gallagher Teknatool, like so many tool manufacturers, make their manuals available for an easy download. An option is using any existing jaw set with the retrofit kit. Also, you can use the Record Power or Sorby Patriot jaws with the retrofit kit.
Hi Mike. You have two knockout bars that you use in the video. My Nova live center only came with the thicker one. Did both of those come with your set?
Hey Mike. On the hollow cup center, how do I remove the point? It says it is demountable, but I cannot figure out how to 'demount' it. Thanks for any advice you can offer. Your videos are so helpful!! Take care.
Yes because I have not found another one that is as versatile. The one con is the basic point and cup has an overly large point. I could reshape it on the lathe with a HSS scraper but have never bothered because tI can still use the center that came with my PM3520 or grab my cheap cone center. I could use the cone tip from this set but find it faster to just grab the other $20 cone center. When I need a special tip like the open cone or longer 1/4" point or using a DIY "soft touch", this one is great.
Did they change the design of the Hollow Cup accessory? In your video, and in the instructions that came with mine it says it has a 5/16 through hole, and the tip is removable. You show in the video doing this so you can use it as a guide for a drill bit. But my hollow cup accessory doesn't have a through hole. I am wondering if I could drill the hole or if it is actually solid now and now 2 separate pieces.
Hi Mike very interesting video I went on to buy a nova live Chuck system after watching it. I find it very versatile but I am unable to find the correct size hanger bolt I only seem to be able to find M 8 I contacted Teknatool but they have not responded I wonder if you could tell me the thread on the machine screw end of the bolt I would be very grateful as I need to purchase five or so Regards Ken Regards Ken
It is documented in their user manual as a 5/16". I do not know if you are in the USA. I have bought 5/16" threaded rod from the home development center as well as 5/16" bolts. It is not metric.
Keith, perhaps you are overthinking this. The live center will always be under some pressure against the turning so can't work free. That is why no live center I have ever seen is threaded for a drawbar.
Not the live center itself but the center part that is already threaded it could be threaded on the other side like a Jacob chuck or drill chuck and you then could use a draw bar to keep in the headstock my dad is a machinist might get him to make me one
I would have been nicer if you could have presented the live and dead centers if the camera was pointed to your hands instead of your hole body. Not enough close ups, Only close ups were when it was in your tail stock.
+Josef Roesler Wow, that is quite a bump. Amazon does strange things with pricing. I doubt if I could influence pricing but who knows? At $65 it is about what I paid for it on sale 3 years ago.
Amazon has a good price and buying through this link actually helps me out. www.amazon.com/shop/mikepeacewoodturning
I've watched this video a few times. Thanks to you i purchased this tool. Let the experiments begin.😊
Fantastic!
very helpful thanks Mike. I bought this system recently not knowing its multiple uses, this video has opened my eyes to its usefulness, mch aporeciated as usual, thank you. I love your stuff!
Great to hear!
Thank you very much. This makes my Nova Live Center far more useful than I had even realized.
Excellent! Thanks for the feedback.
I have had one for about 2 years now and would not turn without it. Thanks for passing this demo on to others.
Hi again Mike. I neglected to thank you for this great lesson on the NOVA 5015 Live Center System. Mine came yesterday and I can't wait to install it.
I know you will like it.
Hi Mike. You did a great job demo-ing this. I've been using mine and it's a big help. The bolt head does not have anything on it so there are no marks left on the wood. This works great on bottle stoppers using a screw on mandrel in the headstock. I used the bolt for end support which left only a very small end to finish off. No mark left, so no parting off. Thanks for a great video.
Thanks for your feedback! Safe turning.
I have a nova comet 2. I bought this same live center. I use it 97% of the time but did not know the versitality of it!. Thank you so much for info. Love your videos. Thanks
What a seminar on live centers! I have a Nova live center that I bought before they offered the kit. Love it.
SAFE TURNING TO ALL!!
Mike once again I have to say thank you this video has helped me out tremendously I think you for this information in the diligence in which you help us I will have to invest in the nova life center again thank you very much
Thanks Mike for the great review. Bought one last week and found it to be so versatile. One of the best purchases I have made for my mini lathe
Happy that review was useful to you. You can support my channel if you order anyything from Amazon thru my shop with the link in the video descriptions.
Thanks Mike, I have the Nova Lathe and the very same live center that you demo here. Love it each and every time I use the system and the lathe.
Really appreciate this video, Mike. Just what I was needing to know. Happy turning.
I'm new to woodturning and your videoshave been a great resource for me. Thanks for the time you're investing in producing them!
I really appreciate the feedback. Glad to know they are helping new turners.
Hey Mike. Thanks for posting this review. I know it is a few years old but it is still a viable post. I have been sitting on the fence about getting this kit and after watching your review I have decided to pull the trigger.
I knew this system was versatile, but did not realize how versatile it could be.
I would order it through your Amazon store, but they don't deliver to Canada.
Thanks again for the incredibly fun and educational videos. Keep up the great work.
Mike MacLeod
Ontario Canada.
Thanks!
Thank you for this very informative video. This is such a versatile system, I'm going to get one! You are so good at explaining things without making it difficult to understand. Great job!
Glad it was helpful!
Just got mine yesterday! Screaming good deal...thank you for the demo Mike!
Just in time for Christmas, was looking at a threaded center to try ball turning with wooden cup holders. This will fit the bill and then some.Thanks again,
+John Fisher Ordered it online, can't wait to use it.
I just received mine today! Thank you!
Hope you like it!
Great video, Mike. The link you posted last year brings me to your product page, but I don't see the Nova live venter there.
I really appreciate your style of presentation. Not cute or "standup comical", just straightforward and sincere. Keep up the great presentations.
Thanks for commenting. I checked my Amazon shop page and the Nova live center is still there.
I was on the post deciding between the oneway or the nova,tnx to yr vid it made the decision a lot easier,(nova) ty Mike
Glad it helped. If ordering from Amazon, check out my Amazon shop link in each video description.
@@MikePeaceWoodturning tnx for the info on yr Amazon link,however I'm in Canada or I certainly would,ty
Thanks for the reality check. About 6 % of my views come from Canada. Stay safe my friend.
Thanks Mike for the demo. You gave me some really good ideas and helped a friend of mine that was needing a center.
+Eddie Daniel
Happy it was useful. Safe turning.
Thanks Mike! I bought one and will be trying it out tomorrow. Looks like an excellent system.
Thanks Mike for another great video! I've been looking for another live center and your review and tips on Nova's live center has sold me on the unit! Thanks again and safe turning to you always!
+Kenn Harris
Glad this was useful. You will like the Nova system I know.
Thanks so much Mike. I've been wanting to purchase such a versatile system without the higher price. Just purchased at Amazon.
Thanks Mike. I just broke the live center that came with my Powermatic last week, and was wondering what to replace it with. Your video made that decision an easy one. Just went on Amazon and purchased the Nova for $55.00. Should have it tomorrow'. Thanks for making great informative videos.
+Gary McCoy
Happy I am providing useful info. Happy turning.
Great review Mike! I just got the Nova live center for $11 (kind of) on Amazon. It was on sale for $54 and I used $48 cash back on my credit card plus it had free shipping. Talk about perfect timing! Can't wait for it to get here!
+Bob Ostrowski
Sweet!
Thank you for doing this Mike. I just bought one, 2022.
Hope you like it.
Excellent demo Mike. I use one on my Nova DVR XP which is very versatile as you demonstrate and I use the Oneway live center on my 2436. The Oneway is a bit more beefy for large stuff in my opinion but the Nova certainly has more options for support mounting. Good stuff and keep up the good work, thanks!
Excellent video Mike,
cheers Colin.
Mike, there sure are loads of good tips in this excellent video.
+Marshall Gorrow
Thanks, Marshall.
Thanks for sharing. Klingspor Wood is having a sale Saturday and I’m going to purchase this system. Have a great weekend.
Thanks Mike. That's a very versatile system indeed. I'll be getting one for sure.
Thank you Mike for a very informative review of a very versatile system. Have a very merry Christmas
+Jim Robb
Merry Christ to you too, Jim.
Love it! Thank you, Mike
Very welcome!
Hi Mike, Great review of the Nova live canter system, thanks for the information,
Merry Christmas to you and your family,
Best wishes Harry
EXCELLENT video! I'm gonna order one of those today.
Steve
+Route 66
Glad this was helpful. Now if I could just figure out how to get a commission! : )
Great Vedio, needed to see this a couple years ago, Thanks
very helpful, Mike. Found this after noting your comment on Mike Waldt's site. As a Nova chuck user, I'll look into buying one. I just recently purchased a Beall spindle tap and have made some spindle mounted wood faceplates and glue blocks. This live center will come in handy as you say for many projects. One is to hold the bowl reversed up against the Nova Cole jaws when I'm finishing the bottom. Thanks again.
+Mike Porter Glad it was useful. And happy New year!
Great information as usual. Thanks for doing another instructional video,
-phil
Even though yo did not show it I can see this being useful for making larger flared blocks for supporting the mouths of vases while finishing the outside, after removing the steady rest
Yes, I did make a larger wood cone using a bolt, just for that.
Looking for which way to go for a live center with options of using 3" or 4" cones. Was going to go with the Oneway or Savannah 7559 thinking the Nova 5015 wasn't the way to go. Thank you for the good explanation of it's options. I was trying to stay with the Nova chuck options & abilities. Instead of having a large mix of brands in the tool box.
Personal preference vary for Live centers like lathes.
I got mine about 3 years ago. I use allthread instead of hanger bolts cause it's cheaper. Cut off the length I want, drill a hole and epoxy it in, then shape it to what I need and it's always ready when I need it.
Great review, this Nova system works well just keep track of the parts and make copies of their manual for quick reference and ideas. Now, I wish Nova would offer more jaws for their Infinity chuck.
+James Gallagher
Teknatool, like so many tool manufacturers, make their manuals available for an easy download. An option is using any existing jaw set with the retrofit kit. Also, you can use the Record Power or Sorby Patriot jaws with the retrofit kit.
Thanks for a great video I won that from Nova in there 12 days of Christmas giveaway and could not figure out what the bolt was for
Thank's a lot Mike, now I have to buy another new tool.............kk
Hi Mike. You have two knockout bars that you use in the video. My Nova live center only came with the thicker one. Did both of those come with your set?
It came wit a thick one. I did not see the other bar you mentioned when I rewatched.
Hey Mike. On the hollow cup center, how do I remove the point? It says it is demountable, but I cannot figure out how to 'demount' it.
Thanks for any advice you can offer. Your videos are so helpful!! Take care.
You can not remove the point from the MT attachment it is part of. By demountable, they mean you can remove any accessory from the live center.
Hi Mike. Would you still recommend this set? Thanks.
Yes because I have not found another one that is as versatile. The one con is the basic point and cup has an overly large point. I could reshape it on the lathe with a HSS scraper but have never bothered because tI can still use the center that came with my PM3520 or grab my cheap cone center. I could use the cone tip from this set but find it faster to just grab the other $20 cone center. When I need a special tip like the open cone or longer 1/4" point or using a DIY "soft touch", this one is great.
Did they change the design of the Hollow Cup accessory? In your video, and in the instructions that came with mine it says it has a 5/16 through hole, and the tip is removable. You show in the video doing this so you can use it as a guide for a drill bit. But my hollow cup accessory doesn't have a through hole. I am wondering if I could drill the hole or if it is actually solid now and now 2 separate pieces.
I looked at some recent pictures. It looks like their cup and point center is now tw parts.
@@petehalsted3082 Nice!
Hi Mike very interesting video I went on to buy a nova live Chuck system after watching it.
I find it very versatile but I am unable to find the correct size hanger bolt I only seem to be able to find M 8
I contacted Teknatool but they have not responded I wonder if you could tell me the thread on the machine screw end of the bolt
I would be very grateful as I need to purchase five or so
Regards
Ken
Regards
Ken
It is documented in their user manual as a 5/16". I do not know if you are in the USA. I have bought 5/16" threaded rod from the home development center as well as 5/16" bolts. It is not metric.
@@MikePeaceWoodturning thanks for your help Mike I am in the Uk but now know what to look for Ken
Great system I wish it had threading on the other side of the hub so when it’s in the headstock side you could use a drawbar
Keith, perhaps you are overthinking this. The live center will always be under some pressure against the turning so can't work free. That is why no live center I have ever seen is threaded for a drawbar.
Not the live center itself but the center part that is already threaded it could be threaded on the other side like a Jacob chuck or drill chuck and you then could use a draw bar to keep in the headstock my dad is a machinist might get him to make me one
Had one for over 10 yrs and never realized the cup center knocked out
😂😂😂
I would have been nicer if you could have presented the live and dead centers if the camera was pointed to your hands instead of your hole body. Not enough close ups, Only close ups were when it was in your tail stock.
Thanks for the feedback. I believe my videos have improved over the past three years.
your video must have caused the price to inflate because it's $65 now at Amazon.
+Josef Roesler
Wow, that is quite a bump. Amazon does strange things with pricing. I doubt if I could influence pricing but who knows? At $65 it is about what I paid for it on sale 3 years ago.
+Mike Peace yeah, but the sudden influx of demand would cause the price to rise. not complaining, I've been waiting for this video.
+Josef Roesler It is dropped back to 54.99 again.
+Mike Peace yep, the demand probably dropped off by now!
Thanks Mike! Very informative video. Now I know what I'm ordering next!
Take care, Dave
I think you will like it.