Had 2 different problems today on my lathe.
First , I had spur stuck in the headstock. Took some significant hammering with large mallet and rod to drive it out. Previously just had to tap out with rod, no mallet.
Second, I was drilling end grain and the chuck in tailstock slipped and 5/8" bit stuck in the wood about 4" deep. Very difficult to get out
Therefore: what is the right way to treat the MT2 tapers (male & female) on my lathe? Clean, grease, wax, etc?
Appreciate some tips about maintaining these.
Regis
First , I had spur stuck in the headstock. Took some significant hammering with large mallet and rod to drive it out. Previously just had to tap out with rod, no mallet.
Second, I was drilling end grain and the chuck in tailstock slipped and 5/8" bit stuck in the wood about 4" deep. Very difficult to get out
Therefore: what is the right way to treat the MT2 tapers (male & female) on my lathe? Clean, grease, wax, etc?
Appreciate some tips about maintaining these.
Regis