The next stage was to strip and clean the top slide. No tricky bits here except the screw assembly. I couldn't remove the pin that holds the handle on. The action seemed to be smooth so I left it.
Along with a number of useful genuine Denford accessories, the lathe came with the slotted Tee boring table. This was made by the second owner for the first owner. The first owner died, and the second owner brought the lathe from the estate.
The boring table is a great idea because it allows a rear tool post(s) to be fitted, but it doesn't include a degree graduated ring. It's easy to swap betwen the two tables. I just need a vertical slide now for light milling work.
CNC Expert
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- After cleaning and assembly, I added a silicon rubber dam to prevent any cooling fluid running down into the apron gearbox and contaminating the oil.
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- A close-up of the sliding surfaces. Note the hand scraping is still clearly visible. A further sign that this lathe has seen light service.
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- The top slide stripped down, including the unique boring table.
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- More crud to be cleaned out.
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Regards
Dazz
Dazz