Grizzly G4015Z - Manual (Page 31)

-29- G4015Z Lathe/Mill
Figure 32. Finished dead center.
Tailstock
The tailstock on the Model G4015Z is aligned
with the headstock at the factory. However, we
recommended that you take the time to ensure
that the tailstock is aligned to your own desired
tolerances. To align the tailstock:
1. Center drill a 6'' long piece of round cold rolled
stock on both ends. Set it aside for use in
step
4.
2. Make a dead center by turning a shoulder to
make a shank. Flip the piece over in the chuck
and turn a 60° point.
See Figure 32. As long
as it remains in the chuck, the point of your
center will be accurate to your spindle axis.
Keep in mind that the point will have to be
refinished whenever it is removed and
returned to the chuck.
3. Place a center in your tailstock.
4. Attach a lathe dog to the bar stock and
mount it between the centers.
See Figure
33.
5. Turn approximately .010" off of the diame-
ter.
Figure 33. Bar stock mounted on centers.