Access doors will not open... 10EE

overhaulin · Nov 1, 2020

I recently ran across an old fellow who said he had a lathe that had been sitting in a tractor trailer for the past 20 years and didn't know what it was. It appears to be a 10EE built in 4-1944. I tried to open any of the access doors but cannot, the handles or knobs will not move and I don't want to damage them if I can help it.

Any suggestions?

Thanks!

crossthread · Nov 1, 2020

Lots of PB Blaster and a little heat.

overhaulin · Nov 1, 2020

I was afraid someone was going to say heat... no other options now. Thanks Crossthread!

thermite · Nov 1, 2020

overhaulin said:
I recently ran across an old fellow who said he had a lathe that had been sitting in a tractor trailer for the past 20 years and didn't know what it was. It appears to be a 10EE built in 4-1944. I tried to open any of the access doors but cannot, the handles or knobs will not move and I don't want to damage them if I can help it.

Any suggestions?

Thanks!

Rubber tire cord to protect the knurl and a Stillson wrench opened my 1944 ones. The 1942 had already been seen to, could be operated by hand, but a good glove recommended.

Do the one directly at the TS end first, then you can see how they work.

The dog is like a screw, similar to a water meter box lid, only wants a partial turn.

If rusted, once the dogs are released, sideways tap with a deadblow should do yah.

1 Jaw Chuck (Chuck Evans) · Nov 1, 2020

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overhaulin · Nov 2, 2020

Thanks for the suggestions!!

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