tool post slide problem

[tbrforge]

a sticking feed on tool post slide caused me to inspect closely and I found a few things not right. Screw retaining gib was not engaged (threaded) and gib was not goin into dove tail all the way

pulled the gib and it appears bent

can't put the gib inplace and engage the retaining screw and turn the feed.

I can send pictures if that would help

[HWooldridge]

You'll have to either straighten the gib or make a new one. I would probably try to get it close by eye and then either put it on a surface grinder or lap on a surface plate by hand.

[tbrforge]

lapping away and making progress, I think that the retaining screw got tightened on the gib and I have purchased the lathe in that condition. Any source for spare parts?

[HWooldridge]

What kind of lathe - got any pics?

[tbrforge]

South Bend 13" I am posting pics under tbrforge in the gallery now (I hope)

[HWooldridge]

Try here - this section devoted to SB. A 13" is a good size - I have a 10" Sheldon and a 15" Clausing.

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[tbrforge]

I am a registered users on the practical machinist forum also spend a lot of time there and in the Bridgeport section as I am my own maintenance dept. Thanks for your help