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Another thing that may need attention are the saddle gibs. I have no idea what condition they are in or really how they are even adjusted. I haven't paid much attention to how much play there is in the assembly, but with a lathe this old, I suspect I will need to restore or replace them.

Anthony, Great lookin' machine, there! I'm intrigued by the story of it being owned by a clock maker. One of the things I would really like to do in my shop (some day) is build a replica Seth Thomas Tower Clock Movement. Without straying too far off-topic, do you know what kind of clocks he was...

Oh!! Awesome! I was pretty much thinkin' I was going to do that anyway. Pretty simple! Was thinking a T-nut style would probably work pretty good. Thanks for the reply!

Update... Getting closer to making chips! First: Countershaft busings are replaced! WOW, what a difference! One bushing was almost completely worn thru one one side. Things are looking good in that department. On to other things, though. My quick change tool post came. Pretty cool! Except...

Right now, I would say that the chuck is in the "completely unacceptable" range. With even a 3/8" diameter piece of stock I'm getting .030" (very possibly more) of orbital run-out. I would use one of my 4-jaw chucks to achieve a more precise cut, but would certainly like to have a usable 3-jaw...

Thanks Stan! When you first described the washer method, I didn't fully comprehend, but I can visualize it now! Makes sense. Thank you for the info! I also saw another method, while doing some searches. I saw where 1/8" pins were installed into the chuck jaws so they could be loaded in a...

I just found this method. Interesting... What level of courseness would one use for this type (or any) method? http://homemetalshopclub.org/news/aug04/aug04.html

I found this video on Youtube... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAtASZxDaf4 It explains one of the grinding processes. Is this what I have to have in order to true up those jaws? Is it the only way??

Yeah! Duh! Good point! Of COURSE the diameter of the cut is going to change. Brain fart! The jaws are worn strange. It seems only ONE of the jaws is damaged. The other two match dimensionally and the third seems to be worn on the heal and tow of the surface, essentially giving it a curved face...

Ok! I ordered a QC tool post and an adapter for one of my other smaller 4-jaw chucks. It will have to be machined, but that will be a great project once this thing if finished. Also, I talked to a machinist over the weekend that said I can save my 3-jaw chuck by locking the jaw outward (inside...

That's good news about the QC tool post! I think I will give it a go! Here are the jaws removed from the lathe. Looks like they were once 1.800" long, .618" wide and have an adjusting pitch of about .288". Any chance that someone might know of a replacement jaw? There is a Falls Products that...

Update... Spindle bearing cover LA-194 is now installed. Indeed, the piece that was screwing up the works was LA-195. It was installed backwards, as suggested, and was keeping 194 from sitting correctly. The bearing looked to be in good shape and was retained by a clip. I added some grease and...

I really like that one you linked to! Compatible with several different makes, as well. I was looking at the Phase II posts on US Shop Tools site. About $236 for the same set as you mentioned. Definitely an import and does not offer 4 different stations like the one you linked to...

I see an AXA 100 Quick Change T-post set on Amazon right now. It's probably an "Import". Worth considering for hobby use? http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002YPDQ4G/?tag=skimlinks_replacement-20 I will pull the back off the chuck and clean things up. Thanks for the tip!

So this might be a stupid question, but since I really am clueless about the turret style tool post I have, I want to ask some questions. I just ran across a picture of this style tool post using Armstrong type holders. I have a bunch of these holders/cutters and although I would like to...

Fired up the lathe for a spin! Found a few issues... First the counter-shaft bushings were SHOT, so I ordered some replacements. Next, I found that the 3-jaw chuck that was on it must have been put together in the wrong order. Chuck runs true, but the parts do NOT when they are clamped in...

Great!! Thank you!! I will try that!

Okay, since you guys are on a role, here's another question for you guys. Is there supposed to be a seal, a spacer, or something, between this bearing shield and the head stock and bearing?? The manual isn't very clear and since it was apart already I can't figure out if something is missing. I...

BINGO!! I found it! Problem solved! Thanks a TON Phil! I love this thing!

First things first... I got the chuck off! Piece of cake! I used a large socket, gripped from the inside, and a long handled breaker and it came off effortless. Thanks! THEN! I put the chip guard/bearing seal back on, tightened it down, but I think it needs a spacer or thick gasket. Locks down...