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If you are adjusting the TS close to the spindle, you need to keep in mind that that is where the wear is probably the greatest. As you move the TS away, it might be moving off center, probably higher and maybe even side to side. I'd turn a piece of stock over 4" ( large enough diameter to not need support ) and compare that to your readings of the longer supported piece over the same 4". That should show you if the TS is influencing the cut. I also find it helpful to measure diameter every inch to see if the difference is cone shaped or has a belly. Also make sure there isn't runout on the live center or that you can influence it by pressing your finger against the stock at that point. A poor live center can screw up your measurements near the TS.
My 1024 has a heavy bed and wide ways but they do show enough wear that I expect even the S and B hardened ways are not terribly hard so some wear is to be expected, especially if the apron and carriage oiler isn't working well or is poorly designed. I don't think the 1024 oiler system is the best in that area and that creates wear. My 1024 shows enough wear i can feel it with my finger but still turns to about .001. My CVA has less wear and turns to within a couple tenths over a 6" distance.
Dave
My 1024 has a heavy bed and wide ways but they do show enough wear that I expect even the S and B hardened ways are not terribly hard so some wear is to be expected, especially if the apron and carriage oiler isn't working well or is poorly designed. I don't think the 1024 oiler system is the best in that area and that creates wear. My 1024 shows enough wear i can feel it with my finger but still turns to about .001. My CVA has less wear and turns to within a couple tenths over a 6" distance.
Dave
