My dad purchased a used 11" South Bend Lathe in 1978. The lathe has the 1 5/8-8 spindle thread and the 7/8 thru hole in the spindle. I was in a school for many years of its life. He completely refurbished it and used it for years. 3 years ago my dad passed away and last year I brought the lathe to my shop. I have been noticing lately that when I use the parting tool or if I take heavier cuts I will get chatter. I have an Aloris BXA tool post on the lathe.
I am thinking I need to tighten up the spindle bearings. I think I remember from helping him rebuild the lather that there is a shim pack under the bearing caps and I can remove or replace a shim to tighten the bearings.
I have never done this before and I am seeking advice from people who have done this before. I do not want to make the bearings too tight and cause them to gall. How do I adjust the bearings or test the bearing set up I currently have. The chatter might be coming from somewhere else. The compound is set very tight and I rarely use it.
Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Roger L
I am thinking I need to tighten up the spindle bearings. I think I remember from helping him rebuild the lather that there is a shim pack under the bearing caps and I can remove or replace a shim to tighten the bearings.
I have never done this before and I am seeking advice from people who have done this before. I do not want to make the bearings too tight and cause them to gall. How do I adjust the bearings or test the bearing set up I currently have. The chatter might be coming from somewhere else. The compound is set very tight and I rarely use it.
Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Roger L