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| CrazyModder:
I fixed it, and it was dead simple: I just had to strip off the paint under the bolt head at the base. Obviously, the extremely thick layer of primer+paint would compress and thus loosen up ever so slightly under extreme circumstances. Since sanding the base completely clean there, I have not managed to turn the head during milling. |
| Arbalist:
Pleased you've got it sorted! :thumbup: |
| superc:
Hi. I would give some consideration to filling the hollow column with epoxy and sand, then drilling the column for the cross pin. |
| CrazyModder:
Nah, the column is massive steel, I replaced the stock one before even starting it up once. ;) |
| velocette:
Hi Lots of ways to fix the problem posted here so I will add one more. Replace the clamp bolt for a one with a finer pitch thread this will give more closing pressure for the same amount of torque. The roller thrust bearing under the nut is a good addition. Keep the column clean Eric |
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