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RE: Question about my mill. - TomG - 10-01-2017
Sounds like you've made some good progress. Make sure the gibs on the Z axis are tight as well, as that can contribute to movement as the table travels from one extreme to the other.
Tom
RE: Question about my mill. - contraptioneer - 10-02-2017
Thanks Tom. Yep I adjusted Z axis also. While cranking up or down the table had a very slight wobble on the X axis. it does not now and I attribute that to the adjustment of of the Z axis gib. All in all she is in a bit better shape than she has been.
RE: Question about my mill. - Dr Stan - 10-02-2017
More pics may help so we can get some ideas as to just how your mill is assembled.
RE: Question about my mill. - contraptioneer - 10-02-2017
Will do Dr. Stan. I have just been tied up on several outside projects getting ready for our Michigan winter. Should have some time tomorrow for some pics though.
RE: Question about my mill. - randyc - 10-14-2017
FWIW I experienced "Y" misalignment about 15 years ago with a NEW vertical mill ! The solution, as proposed by Tom in post #3, was to carefully shim the joint between head and column (my vertical mill is of similar construction to yours).
Personally, like those who rebuild old autos, I think that getting old iron up and running is part of the satisfaction of this hobby, LOL
RE: Question about my mill. - contraptioneer - 10-15-2017
There is no joint between the head and column on my mill. One solid casting from base to top.