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Now can I bother you people to tell me how to run this lathe's chuck in reverse? And is it a big issue engaging "back gears"?

Thanks everyone. And Cheepo45, I just might be doing that! :)

I'm on the Quebec side of the river, and even though we are a small valley, no matter where I go, I meet someone familiar with the Ottawa Valley! Full of history.

Thanks dman

Thanks Tim. I am particularly interested in marine steam engines and will no doubt concentrate my efforts in this area. I always thought my first build would be the "African Queen" :)

Gibs are in place Tim, but it seems I don't have a problem afterall? Aonemarine and Weez both say the dial is supposed to stop turning. Thanks for the help gentlemen!

Really Weez? Is this supposed to work this way? I thought the dial continued to turn throughtout the threading sequence?

Almost retired and have started putting together a shop to enjoy when I have more free time. Spent a few years repairing and fabricating obsolete parts for old machines. I truly enjoy shaping metal, so what better way to spend my time! Presently I am jammed into a tiny basement work location in...

Tim, I don't believe the lead screw is bent as it runs true when the auto feed is not engaged. Also, I have checked at both ends and have the same issue. When I engage the feed lever, the clamping jaws move the lead screw sideways, pushing it out of the dial gear. It is like my lead screw...

Hi people, I need some suggestions. I am new to the machining hobby and recently purchased a used 6 inch Atlas lathe 18 inch bed. Works like a charm except threading.... When I engage the auto feed, the threaded rod that drives the threading dial (and the carriage) moves slightly towards the...