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Hi gang,
I read South Bend's manual on parting and lathe/tool set-up.
I watched a few videos on parting on the lathe.
I have the Aloris style tool holder (Phase 2 BXA)
The check list:
90 degrees,
Choke up with the parting tool
Sharp blade
tight gibs
close to the chuck
compound and cross slide centered as much as possible for stability
Spindle bearings are within tolerance (checked as shown in keep your lathe in trim by South Bend)
Spindle End Play is within spec.
Level the lathe
The only thing I have not done is "Bolt/Secure lathe to the floor"
I have tried the T shaped parting tool-Mcmaster Carr
I have the regular HSS blade type parting tool
You guys with older South Bends may or may not have a tough time parting without excessive vibration.
Any thing I am missing?
I read South Bend's manual on parting and lathe/tool set-up.
I watched a few videos on parting on the lathe.
I have the Aloris style tool holder (Phase 2 BXA)
The check list:
90 degrees,
Choke up with the parting tool
Sharp blade
tight gibs
close to the chuck
compound and cross slide centered as much as possible for stability
Spindle bearings are within tolerance (checked as shown in keep your lathe in trim by South Bend)
Spindle End Play is within spec.
Level the lathe
The only thing I have not done is "Bolt/Secure lathe to the floor"
I have tried the T shaped parting tool-Mcmaster Carr
I have the regular HSS blade type parting tool
You guys with older South Bends may or may not have a tough time parting without excessive vibration.
Any thing I am missing?