Yes, the old chucks only have one set of holes, put a wrench on the jaws to hold it while using a rod in the hole.
http://www.cartertools.com/chuck.html
Shows how to take it apart.
If the rust isn't too bad just use steel wool w/oil and get off as much as possible.
Originally Posted by
Jeff Davis
Thanks for the info. I think this is a very old unit. There is no hole in the front plate section. I am guessing that I somehow need to hold the front plate tight and put a bar in the back hole. I need to soak it in some rust remover first, its pretty ugly. I am hoping I can even get the Chuck off the lathe to soak it.
Thanks again,
Jeff
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