removing X axis bearing/handle

How do I remove the X bearing from the saddle of a mini lathe (7x12)

I need the slide to move just a tiny bit further out (toward the operator) and the part highlighted in red stops the slide. I figure if I can add a little space between the saddle and that bearing part it will work.

I found pictures of other mini lathe were that part is screwed in, on mine there are no screws or anything. Wondering it I should just try to pull it out, or maybe it is threaded in ?

any and all help appreciated...

Bruno

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The graduated dial should be able to slide off the end of the shaft - it is held on by a friction fit (spring) and gentlepersuasion will make it come off. Behind it you will find 2 socket cap screws (3mm hex) hidden in deep holes.
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Mike

that was it ! The dial was pretty hard to pull out, I had no idea it was supposed to slide off !

thanks a lot, this stopped me from trying something stupid....