Hello all,
I have an Okuma LB300-W, with the W axis sub-spindle. Just would like some feedback from other lathe users on using the sub-spindle as tail-stock for longer work pieces. I have had some success just clamping up a piece in the sub-spindle and turning a center point on it, but keeping it tight to work piece can be a pain, as well as rigidity, etc. Has anyone else tried using something else? Like maybe one of the spring loaded live centers? and if so, how to get it on center?
Or, does someone have a different method they've had luck with? Please share here, doesn't have to be an Okuma lathe