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Vicmar 100 tailstock
Paul Keller in Minnesota
>I am having problems with the tail stock on my V100 mini lathe. There is a snap ring that keeps popping out on the backend of the tailstock. What am I doing wrong or what can I do to fix this. I baught this lathe at Craft Supply but I don't think they service them? Any ideas appreciated.
Thanks
Paul
Re: Vicmar 100 tailstock
Les Robison
>Call Craft Supply and ask for the fellow that works with the lathes they sell. His name has escaped me for the moment. I had several problems with my Vicmarc 200 and he was able to help me out with replacement parts and tips and techniques.
Good Luck
Re: Vicmar 100 tailstock
MikeinCapeMay
>Paul,
Call Roger Durst at Craft Supply, he's their tech and good people.
1-800-398-2743
Re: Vicmar 100 tailstock
Doug Leite
>Paul,
Snap rings have 2 sides to them. If you look at the outside edge carefully, one side is slightly rounded and the other side is sharp. It should be installed with the sharp edge facing out. That causes the snap ring to "bite" into the groove under tension while the other way, the rounded edge would allow it to roll out of the groove. I would replace it with a new one installed correctly. If not available locally, Craft Supply should be able to help you out.
