Mark,
Nice paint work on that lathe.
These things are amazing. Taper attachment, thread cutting, 16" swing, 8ft bed, etc.
I do use a 10" Clausing gear head lathe for most work. Changing speeds is easier with the gear box. But it is only 32" between centers.

1993 Daytona, 5.50 at 130mph (1/8) 1.19 sixty ft (PG). Link to 572 B1 - Part 1