Thanks, I remember now that the quill was down and it didn’t want to raise, likely because the oil has hardened. This machine has apparently sat idle for almost 10 years. I think I can get it to raise. I’ll take a DTI with me when I go back.
My other concern is that the machine is connected to a static phase converter and I don’t know what condition that is in. I’m hopeful I can get that working so I can run the spindle. Static phase converters use capacitors which often fail over time.
Its my guess that the nut is adjustable and that will improve the backlash. I did look at the screw and it did not look worn to the point where it would cause that much backlash. And the backlash was about the same on the ends as it was in the middle so that tells me its likely the nut.
The machine is in the estate of a friend of a friend. l’ve offered to help get it running even if I don’t buy it. My initial inspection was done with a flashlight so I'll be going back a little better prepared.
My other concern is that the machine is connected to a static phase converter and I don’t know what condition that is in. I’m hopeful I can get that working so I can run the spindle. Static phase converters use capacitors which often fail over time.
Its my guess that the nut is adjustable and that will improve the backlash. I did look at the screw and it did not look worn to the point where it would cause that much backlash. And the backlash was about the same on the ends as it was in the middle so that tells me its likely the nut.
The machine is in the estate of a friend of a friend. l’ve offered to help get it running even if I don’t buy it. My initial inspection was done with a flashlight so I'll be going back a little better prepared.