I've just finished going over and tweaking my machine, bearings, lube, VFD, etc.
Only one issue remains and I simply can't get a handle on it and hope someone here can help.
If I move the cross-slide down towards the spindle, then reverse, the cross-slide rotates slightly before moving back. Same if I do the opposite direction. If I tighten the gib strip anymore, the table movement binds.
I've dykem'd the gib strib and used a surface block to make sure it is straighten and even. I've tried everything else I can think of to no avail.
I've attached an image of the gib strip. The only thing that "bothers" me is the holes. They are in a line at all, and are at all different angles relative to the surface of the strip. Could this be the problem or am I chasing my tail?
If it is the problem, how do you make a good, straight gib strip?
Any and all assistance will be very greatly appreciated.