FixerDave wrote:

I just had a silly idea... If I made a bracket to hold my cheap digital
calliper on an axis of my lathe/mill. All I would have to do is set the 0
...
has anyone tried this or is there a problem with the idea I can't see yet?

See
http://www.metalworking.com/dropbox/_1998_retired_files/Smithymods1.gif

I used the Mitutoyo quill kit 'cause I got a deal on it. I could send
you a picture if you wish.

Ted