david:
I’ve watched a video by this guy before. Wow – he’s really good. I’d like to learn to cast myself, but I just don’t have the time. However, I can see where that would be a real plus when it comes to building your own tools. My idea was much simpler – just a simple lever attachment for my existing tail stock to use as a drill/reamer feed.
I’ve never seen so much done with so little. Now – I’m disheartened. 
Thanks for the great link and the great advise.
Tom