I have a 12x36 ENCO lathe. Getting the gear shift levers to go into the top or bottom positions is not a problem. I took the top cover off and replaced several o rings to stop oil leaks. I noticed that the left side detents under the two gear shift levers were pretty shallow so I drilled them a little deeper. The levers never really stopped in the middle position and drilling didn't help. I tried slightly larger balls and still no luck. So my questions, do you really need the detent balls? Before I put the cover back on I can mark the proper position for the levers on the cover. When its under tension is the gear likely to shift without the balls? Or do I clean up, fill with JB Weld, redrill, and go?
Thanks,
Chris
Thanks,
Chris