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The starrett 98's are .005"/12" Doesn't matter what the length of the level is. They have the same vials so give the same reading.
There are tricks to get the maximum accuracy though it will take more time.
When using feeler gauges with the levels the length of the level must be considered.

For starting on the compound ,it needs to be checked for parallel with the ways. an indicator would be better for this but you need a stable base
that can be moved from one side of the saddle to the other and/or slid along the ways and still retain zero.
Dont forget that the bottom of the compound and the mating surface of the cross-slide have to be checked and perhaps scraped for contact as well.
 
Do I need to order some feet for these legs? Or will the Bolts they have do? Seems like bolt heads aren't what would normally be there? They don't have any cups/feet to go under them.. I would think there would be large rubber feet that tilt to the floors contour to displace some of the weight a little more.

I hope to scrape everything in that needs it. For sure the compound and cross feed surfaces.
 
Guys,

This thread has gone from scraping irons to precision levels to footing for the lathe bed. Please start a new topic on this.
If this continues on this thread it will get closed. This has been a great thread relating to the topic, now time to get back on topic. Let's talk about scraping irons here!

Ken
 
Guys,

This thread has gone from scraping irons to precision levels to footing for the lathe bed. Please start a new topic on this.
If this continues on this thread it will get closed. This has been a great thread relating to the topic, now time to get back on topic. Let's talk about scraping irons here!

Ken
While I agree the thread has gone many different directions the topics are good and we're still discussing the same new (old) lathe and the new member here along with being a new lathe owner with lots of questions that would get lost if he moved them around to fit the square into the specific hole. Sometimes it's better to just flow. There are plenty of posts here that have nothing to do with machining, that go on and on, and while I appreciate the problem presented they have nothing to do with machining other than a hobby machinist is asking the question. e.g. Removing a gate cane bolt stuck in the concrete.

It's Friday, don't worry be happy, and have a good weekend.
 
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Do I need to order some feet for these legs? Or will the Bolts they have do? Seems like bolt heads aren't what would normally be there? They don't have any cups/feet to go under them.. I would think there would be large rubber feet that tilt to the floors contour to displace some of the weight a little more.

I hope to scrape everything in that needs it. For sure the compound and cross feed surfaces.

If you need leveling then it needs to be done with steel levelers or shims and if the legs have bolts you could get some with larger heads or put steel shims on the floor. There are vibration isolators designed to level precision equipment but you are not in that arena. Stay with the first few items on your list and the rest will fall in place. Restoring isn't HDTV, it's a slower process and no matter how it happens, it seldom gets completed within the hour allotted for the (un)reality TV show. Here's a link if you choose to go this way. -Russ
http://www.industrialcasterandwheel.com/specialty-products/levelers.htm
 
While I agree the thread has gone many different directions the topics are good and we're still discussing the same new (old) lathe and the new member here along with being a new lathe owner with lots of questions that would get lost if he moved them around to fit the square into the specific hole. Sometimes it's better to just flow. There are plenty of posts here that have nothing to do with machining, that go on and on, and while I appreciate the problem presented they have nothing to do with machining other than a hobby machinist is asking the question. e.g. Removing a gate cane bolt stuck in the concrete.

It's Friday, don't worry be happy, and have a good weekend.
Alright, I agree. Scratch what I said and finish on. Something like that!

BTW- Those levelers are nice. I put a set on my 14" Rockwell lathe which didn't have a way to level without using shims.
 
Alright, I agree. Scratch what I said and finish on. Something like that!

BTW- Those levelers are nice. I put a set on my 14" Rockwell lathe which didn't have a way to level without using shims.

OK so for as small as this lathe is can I assume anything that fits the threads in the legs will work? I am planning on putting more weight on the legs to reduce even more
vibration. Total overkill but I just happen to have lots of iron now. :D

I do however want to get the surface plate situation taken care of. Without that I can't even work on practice scrapings. I have lots of things to practice on without getting near the lathe.

Paul
 
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