Need Help With Carriage Gib Installation Problem

[Tozguy]

Thanks for the explanation. Certainly makes sense to put it right the way you want it. Weird how it got 'out of spec' like that to begin with. Good luck, am looking forward to seeing how it goes for you.

 

[Nogoingback]

FIXED:

I owe TomKr0 a big Thank You for sending a good used gib to me. Installed it this afternoon and it fits perfectly, so that's another item to check off the list. Both front and back gibs
are installed and adjusted up fine.

 

[Nogoingback]

I have always been surprised that, unlike with several other lathe makes, the hold-down plates weren't designed with shims for the final fit and to take up for future wear.

As it turns out, the rear gib also is adjustable in the same manner as the front, so snugging up the bolts a touch compensates for wear. No shims needed.

 

[TomKro]

Looks like it's coming together nicely.
Good to hear the front gib worked out.