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On my PM 1236 I am using a test bar three-quarter inch diameter/ 12 inch long between centers to test my alignment. I mic'd my bar on both ends and it is exactly 3/4 Without skimming it. What is the reason for skimming off the end of the bar if it's exact before I ever start? I am thinking I'm just running the dial indicator along the bar and as long as the bar is exactly 3/4 all is good. Am I missing something or do I have to realign my tailstock by first skimming the ends.
Another question is if I only have a test indicator to test if the tailstock is aligned , will that give me accurate readings? I know all the videos show a dial indicator so just want to ask. My dial indicator set up is not completed yet
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Another question is if I only have a test indicator to test if the tailstock is aligned , will that give me accurate readings? I know all the videos show a dial indicator so just want to ask. My dial indicator set up is not completed yet
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