Jet 1642 Quill Assembly ?

Mike Turner

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I noticed lately if I back the screw out that tightens the quill assembly that my quill assembly will turn some. I know that screw rides in slot like a key way and I guess that is normal if you back it out too far out of the slot? Am I seeing this right? Its not spinning around or anything like that. Just as soon as I make sure the screw is in some it cant turn.

I do think is ok but just have never noticed it..
 
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What a coincidence. I was looking at some years-old posts on another forum today, one of which was about this very issue - although on a Delta Midi model. The owner removed the locking screw and found that its tip had been rounded over with constant use. After he flattened it on his belt sander, it locked the quill as well as ever. I don't know how similar the two lathes are, but perhaps it's worth a look?
 
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