Reinserting the quill in a BP Series 1, 2J head

[Apostle]

I have dropped and removed the quill from my Series 1, 2J head (with Kurt power drawbar). Is there anything special I must know about reinserting it once it's back from spindle regrinding? Some have cautioned me about the "shim collar" in the quill assembly, saying that the two screws at the top of the quill must first be removed and later reinserted from the top. Insertion from the top requires a LOT of upper disassemblies. All tips and suggestions are highly appreciated. I have not been able to find a video showing the actual process involved. Thanks, Mike

 

[jackalope]

Taking a Bridgeport head apart is not difficult at all. There are videos by H&W Machine if you wanna see how simple it is. Do not stress. I’ve rebuilt a few and it is not difficult.
As for the quill skirt or whatever it’s called. There are two small screws holding the felt washer in place and it wicks spindle oil down. It also keeps the skirt from lifting out.