Jim Wilkins wrote:

I've been able to disengage the half nuts when the tool reaches a
1/16" cutoff tool groove by attaching a dial indicator to the ways
with the plunger touching the carriage, and watching the needle
approach one of the adjustable marker tabs.

jw

Thats another good way to do it, better than the one I suggested. I
forgot about that one. Let the dial go around at least a full turn so
you can get ready to pull the handle.


John