I have a Clausing 5914 that I need to get the bed ground. There is wear near the headstock that is causing me to turn a taper.
I have tightened the spindle bearings and that was not the problem. I turned a long shaft using a live center, and was able to produce a perfectly straight shaft up until the point of wear, at which point it started to taper. So I have confirmed that it is the bed that needs to be ground.
Can anyone recommend a shop to have this done? Preferably in Massachusetts, but I'm willing to travel a few hours in the New England area, even into New York or down to New Jersey. Or is there a member on here in the area who would be able to grind it for me?
I'm assuming I will also have to have the carriage ground to match? Can anyone confirm that this will need to be done?
Thank you ,
Eric
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I have tightened the spindle bearings and that was not the problem. I turned a long shaft using a live center, and was able to produce a perfectly straight shaft up until the point of wear, at which point it started to taper. So I have confirmed that it is the bed that needs to be ground.
Can anyone recommend a shop to have this done? Preferably in Massachusetts, but I'm willing to travel a few hours in the New England area, even into New York or down to New Jersey. Or is there a member on here in the area who would be able to grind it for me?
I'm assuming I will also have to have the carriage ground to match? Can anyone confirm that this will need to be done?
Thank you ,
Eric
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