Anyone know what a 5/8 tapped hole is for on a 11" logan?

[ome]

Hi guys,
does anyone know what a tapped through hole at lower part of headstock in line with front way.
The hole is between 9/16" and 5/8".
Thanks,
Jon

 

[itsme_Bernie]

I don't quite understand your question. What machine?


Bernie

 

[drs23]

I'm with Bernie here. Probably a silly response but if it's between sizes Imperial I'd venture Metric.

HTH

 

[ome]

11" by 53 " logan lathe 3 phase flat belt with back gears and a quick change gear box.
I was eondering ig it might be for a carriage stop.
Thanks,
jon

 

[itsme_Bernie]

I'll be visiting a big Logan lathe tomorrow- I'll try to remember to take and post a pic of it here for you.


Bernie

 

[ome]

Hi Bernie,
Thanks! Thats very much appreciated.
Regards,
Jon

 

[ome]

new pics

This is the threaded thru hole on ny logan headstock. Any ideas would be appreciated greatly. I really want to make the best of this lathe, which has been great.
Thanks,
jon

 

[rafe]

could be for a safety shield...

 

[itsme_Bernie]

Hey Jon

My friend's 11 doesn't have that hole. He guesses it was for a front headstock mounted collet closer or micrometer stop.


Bernie

 

[ScrapMetal]

Hey Jon

My friend's 11 doesn't have that hole. He guesses it was for a front headstock mounted collet closer or micrometer stop.


Bernie

Was there a spindle brake attachment available for the Logans?

Just a thought,

-Ron