Super Nova Chuck Movement
Jim Rutten
>When I turn with my super Nova chuck on my Delta lathe there seems to be a lot of movement on the tailstock end of the piece. I do not seem to get this movement when I turn between centers. Any thoughts?
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Super Nova Chuck Movement
Jim Rutten
>When I turn with my super Nova chuck on my Delta lathe there seems to be a lot of movement on the tailstock end of the piece. I do not seem to get this movement when I turn between centers. Any thoughts?
Re: Super Nova Chuck Movement
Dick Hines
>Is you insert screwed all the way in. Also check the set screw in the chuck threads to see if it is tight. I have had trouble with the screw working loose when I am hollowing deep pieces.
Re: Super Nova Chuck Movement
RevDoug
>The shoulder of the chuck also needs to be seated against the shoulder of the headstock.
Turn 'em round,
RevDoug
Re: Super Nova Chuck Movement
Tom Minehan
>Is yuor piece centered in the chuck jaws? I assume from your post you are talking about the piece you are turning and not the chuck itself.
Re: Super Nova Chuck Movement
Jim Rutten
>Thanks for the suggestions. I will check it out.