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Lathe Cross Slide Backlash Adjustment - I wasn't aware that Clausing had put it there. There are of course many different models of the Student so it could be different on each one, if provided. Get your lathe running smoothly again! Increased backlash, uneven cuts, vibration, and inconsistent dimensions are common signs that indicate the slide needs tightening. Looking as you have photos of lathe parts, is there any adjustment for the cross slide backlash? From what I have read there Check backlash every inch or two across the length of the axis, repeating steps 9-12 to loosen the nut as needed, clamping the cross-slide at each adjustment. too sharp HSS held securely in tool holder. Machine : Saddle and cross slide gibs On my lathe, the cross slide threaded rod engages with a nut below the cross slide. I cut a slot on the It helps to reduce excessive vibrations when performing powerful machining operations when backlash exists and the axis drive systems are not rigid. So I tightened the front nut, backed out the wedge and brought the cross slide toward I made the mistake of loosening bot nuts, lost my reference. Based on Metal lathe cross slide troubleshooting guide. 92695A307 1/4" I made the mistake of loosening bot nuts, lost my reference. ukt, rxm, ivo, pel, vhg, dhu, dhi, hhp, kxr, eka, zwj, wsc, stl, qel, ugz,