Grafting feedscrew (Q from a new guy)

[Sunset Machine]

Did somebody say "Logan"? The leadscrew gear on mine has a bunch of spring loaded detent balls between the gear and the hub. I left a board on top of the chip tray a while back and heard the gear let loose when the board caught the carriage. I don't remember the sound it made but it sure got my attention.

Mumble, grumble.. Can't turn a taper.. Wish I had your lathe. Both of mine turn tapers all by themselves.