My new G4003G came with a couple of T-handle lathe chuck keys.
The t-handle is not pressed into place on either (some assembly required) and I'm wondering how much force it takes to press them together. The only press I have is a 2-ton arbor press and it didn't seem to be adequate.
I tried hammering and was worried about bending the handle.
Further, the "ribs" in the handle seem to be trying to "shave off" rather than trying to press into the hole.
I've seen the t-handle on some keys loosen up over time. Is there a tried and true method to assemble them so they stay together without welding?
The t-handle is not pressed into place on either (some assembly required) and I'm wondering how much force it takes to press them together. The only press I have is a 2-ton arbor press and it didn't seem to be adequate.
I tried hammering and was worried about bending the handle.
Further, the "ribs" in the handle seem to be trying to "shave off" rather than trying to press into the hole.
I've seen the t-handle on some keys loosen up over time. Is there a tried and true method to assemble them so they stay together without welding?
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