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Use these steps to learn how to setup your lathe for
metric threading. The example in =`^li\*, shows lathe
setup for cutting a metric thread pitch of 0.45mm.
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*% Using the chart in=`^li\*+, gather the required
change gears.
+% Open the side cover and use a 6mm hex wrench to
loosen the lash adjuster (=`^li\*)) and swing the
change gear assembly out of the way.
,% Remove the spindle E-clips and cap screw, lubricate,
and swap out the change gears in the order shown
on the chart in =`^li\*)%
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-% Move the lash adjuster so the gear
backlash is between 0.003" to 0.008",
tighten the lash adjuster cap screw,
and close the side cover.
.% Using a 5mm hex wrench, make sure
the carriage lock is loose (=`^li\*().
/% The lathe is now setup for threading.
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