I have an old SB lathe and the lead screw half nut is worn.
I made one years ago out of mild steel. My concern is will this wear the lead screw if I use it?
Or worse gall. I didn't have any bronze then and have only brass now.
Do I go with the steel and not worry or order some bronze?
I can't up and buy one. It's a 7/8" X 8 TPI acme and none are to be found.
I made one years ago out of mild steel. My concern is will this wear the lead screw if I use it?
Or worse gall. I didn't have any bronze then and have only brass now.
Do I go with the steel and not worry or order some bronze?
I can't up and buy one. It's a 7/8" X 8 TPI acme and none are to be found.