I just took advantage of the Woodcraft sale, coupon, and free shipping to buy a Nova Midi Chuck (and some bushings to make up the $75 for the coupon) but now I'm trying to install it on my HF 34706. The chuck directions say:
"This is important for accuracy. The chuck body must contact an accurate register on lathe, either a shoulder on spindle or bearing face etc (sic) to ensure chuck will run true. Any modification required (e.g. spacer) would be the responsibility of the customer."
As you can see in the photo, the chuck lacks about the thickness of a nickel touching the nut on the headstock side of the spindle before it bottoms out with the jaws closed. Should I use large washers as spacers to make up this space? Is there any reason a washer would not work properly? Any other suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.
Richard
"This is important for accuracy. The chuck body must contact an accurate register on lathe, either a shoulder on spindle or bearing face etc (sic) to ensure chuck will run true. Any modification required (e.g. spacer) would be the responsibility of the customer."
As you can see in the photo, the chuck lacks about the thickness of a nickel touching the nut on the headstock side of the spindle before it bottoms out with the jaws closed. Should I use large washers as spacers to make up this space? Is there any reason a washer would not work properly? Any other suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.
Richard
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