I have a 5/8 - 10 all threaded acme rod. I need to cut a length approximately 12". I am going to use it as a lead screw on the cross slide on my lathe. The old screw had ends machined on it that were smaller than 5/8. I plan to machine the ends of the threaded rod down to match the ends of the old screw.
My question is how can I be sure that the threaded rod is turning true? Is there a way to use a dial indicatior on an acme screw thread?
Any guidance would be helpful.. THanks!