I have now had my 7X14 for a few months. Though I only get to use it occasionally, and am certainly not an industrial or experienced user, I am happy with it. Other, much more experienced friends like it.
The gibs still need more adjusting and the saddle still rocks a bit. I have gotten the apron adjusted and am used to tightening things.
I replaced the gib adjusting screws with larger allen headed screws from the hardware store with the same thread along with new lock nuts. I turned the screw tips down to fit the gib recesses and the larger heads are much easier to adjust than the headless screws that were originally there.
Good luck and have fun!
B. Hebert |