Sieg C3 backlash problem

[Cret]

Yep - you're right about that John but I can't see any feasible way of adjusting the endfloat I have. Sure you adjust where the allen bolts tighten up slightly to account for the screw being slightly off axis or whatever you might call it, but I don't think you can adjust the problem mine has without adding shims.

I did get instructions with my kit but nothing of any use to help with this issue.

[irving2008]

Idly searching for info on the C3 DRO (to get ideas for my own) I cam across the arceurotrade site where, against the C3 DRO info it states:

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Note:
Depending on the actual lathe, you may experience some mechanical backlash. This can be removed by adjusting (machining or shimming) the collar under the handle.
If you find the instructions in the manual are limited, you may wish to refer to the following web link for more comprehensive details: http://www.mini-lathe.com/Minilathe/Reviews/SiegDRO/dro2.htm
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