I want to check the tail stock alignment on my 12 x 36 lathe, just no sure how long the test bar should be. I've seen them anywhere from 12" and up.I'm using 1" superior shafting that has a constant diameter of
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I'm thinking the longer the better. my lathe can accommodate one 32" in length., center to center
Ive check the alignment by putting a center on the head stock and moving the tail stock about 4" from the head. the alignment is fine. Any misalignment at 32" would probably increase the closer I got to the head stock.
I normally don't chuck any thing that long, but is it practical to align at this distance.
Any thoughts would welcome
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I'm thinking the longer the better. my lathe can accommodate one 32" in length., center to center
Ive check the alignment by putting a center on the head stock and moving the tail stock about 4" from the head. the alignment is fine. Any misalignment at 32" would probably increase the closer I got to the head stock.
I normally don't chuck any thing that long, but is it practical to align at this distance.
Any thoughts would welcome