Cheers for that Roy, no mine definitely doesn't have the gap just checked, it's just cr@p!
Strange, guess they decided to use a 16tpi thread before thinking of the consequences?!
What thread does that make mine though?!
I often think about putting the digivern type scales on too which would be far cheaper but obviously not as good, have heard all the stuff about swarf, coolant and batteries running out, as well as not being able to see the screens. I need to save up for a proper DRO, think it will transform the mill.
Anyway, sorry for straying a little OT, good work around
Nick