I recently picked a unused “used” machine. I think the previous owner just got frustrated trying to set it up. I’ve done a bunch of research, and learned a lot from different YouTube guys. In trying to set it up better, I’ve discovered the the screw retainer on the compound rest (small round piece that bolts (2bolts) to the compound rest, and the bolt goes through it). The holes are drilled quite poorly. The two holes that mount it to the base are not only off center, they are also off on the center to center compared to the base itself. I really don’t know which part is the problem. Maybe both.
Consequence is that if I tighten the bolts that hold it to the base, it shifts the center hole off center. If it’s all assembled that way, the handwheel will bind badly. The only option is to leave the screws loose, which creates a ton of slop.
I’ve looked into it and I can replacement parts fairly inexpensive, but I’m sort of afraid that my part might just be the status quo?. Identifying which machine I have is a bit of a challenge. It has no markings.
Anyone have any experience with this problem? Should I try to modify any of it, buy new parts?
Thanks!
Consequence is that if I tighten the bolts that hold it to the base, it shifts the center hole off center. If it’s all assembled that way, the handwheel will bind badly. The only option is to leave the screws loose, which creates a ton of slop.
I’ve looked into it and I can replacement parts fairly inexpensive, but I’m sort of afraid that my part might just be the status quo?. Identifying which machine I have is a bit of a challenge. It has no markings.
Anyone have any experience with this problem? Should I try to modify any of it, buy new parts?
Thanks!