Offsetting Tailstock
Note: When using tailstock offset to cut tapers,
you must use a center, faceplate, and lathe dog to
mount the workpiece onto the spindle.
Tools Needed Qty
To set up the tailstock to cut a shallow taper:
1.
Figure 34
Figure 34.
Aligning Tailstock
To align the tailstock with the headstock:
1.
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2.
2.
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Figure 35.
3.
Note: To return the tailstock to the center
line, repeat the process until the centered
position is indicated on the offset scale.
