Neat accessory that I use on my Colchester.

[tarawa]

My eyes aren't what they used to be and reading the dials on my lathe is getting harder. I always find myself using a magnetic mounted dial indicator as a "cheater" when turning something. I found out that I had a mill vise stop that doubles as an indicator holder on my Colchester lathe. I think it would work on any lathe that has t-slots. Attached is a picture from the web of a similar device. I will post a picture of mine on my lathe soon.

 

[itsme_Bernie]

Where does this attach?


Bernie

 

[tarawa]

My Colchester Triumph carriage has t-slots both in front and in back of the cross slide.

 

[tarawa]

Here are some pics of the set up.