I have a 1937 south bend 9 workshop lathe with 4 1/2 foot bed. It does not have power cross feed or quick change gearbox. Im not so concerned about the quick change gearbox, but i would like to have power crossfeed. I have a right hand threaded lead screw, but it does not have the channel down it.
What items would be need to change over my lathe to have power crossfeed?
I recently restored this lathe and posted about it. The only thing i changed on it was the headstock (cast bearing surfaces were shot)
I do not know what parts but im assuming the apron and other parts of the saddle would need changing, but not sure if i need the leadscrew with the channel for power crossfeed.
Im new to lathes and appreciate any input people can share.
What items would be need to change over my lathe to have power crossfeed?
I recently restored this lathe and posted about it. The only thing i changed on it was the headstock (cast bearing surfaces were shot)
I do not know what parts but im assuming the apron and other parts of the saddle would need changing, but not sure if i need the leadscrew with the channel for power crossfeed.
Im new to lathes and appreciate any input people can share.