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The Completed Machine
177. Final adjust the top slide gib to your
preference and lock-off the screws.
178. Grease and fi t the tool post spring and plunger and fi t the tool post. 179. Oil the lead screw.
180. Fit the chuck. 181. Fit the tailstock. 182. Fit the rear guard.
176. Backlash can often be reduced by turning a recess in the spacer to clear the shoulder on the end of
the feed screw. The recess depth should be slightly less than the measurement taken with the feeler
gauge to allow some clearance. Adjust for free movement with minimal backlash.