jet 9x20 lathe apron assembly

[casca92]

having problems with it binding , where do I start to look to correct this.
wheel just does not turn as free as it should to go up and down the length of lathe.

please some pointers and some fixes. it is lubed and has been cleaned

thqanx in advance

 

[xman_charl]

try removing bottom, push apron back and forth, by hand, see if there is still binding...

Charl

 

[casca92]

that is a start
thanx\\\

NOPE still binding ,

 

[savarin]

Is this a sudden occurrence or first time you have used it?
Is the rack firmly bolted to the bed?
Is it binding the full length of travel or only in spots?
Have you adjusted the gibs underneath the saddle both fore and aft?
Is the saddle lock tightened a bit?
Check out if you havnt done so already the following publications
http://www.hobby-machinist.com/resources/rebuilding-the-asian-9x20-lathe-pdf.2740/
and the tricking out and intro publications from here
http://www.akpilot.net/Lathe Links.html
(I think this site also has them but I couldnt find the link)

 

[casca92]

yes,
have become a faithful follower of both those resources. but they have been written way above the ARMY level of my comprehension .
this is my first time dabbling into manual machine tooling. After much RIGAMAROL. I will loosen up bottom GIBBS tomorrow. Who stuck them damn things under there ? Start with backing offset screws a 1/2 turn and start from there.

1 more thing , I think my MT 2 drill chuck I just bought maybe to long for the tail stock is that at all possible ? well 1 problem at a time.
thanx for all the input, other wise still be standing there swearing .

thanx

 

[DAT510]

Could it be the carriage this binding as you move it along the length of the bed verses the crank? If so your Gibs may need adjusting.