01-19-2013, 01:06 PM
(01-19-2013, 12:08 PM)ieezitin Wrote: Lads
Going back on topic (veering off does not bother me I always find it interesting when it happens) I have some findings in my leveling adventure.
My fault, sorry. You sounded frustrated by using a cheap level. Lathes can be set up without them at the expense of time. It takes a couple of hours, starting with a two-collar spindle test in the chuck and then several collars on a long bar between centers. Be warned though - it's not obvious at all, some imagination required. For example, tailstock droop/slop and spindle bearing condition can confound you, but with patience you'll end up averaged for wear, a good thing.