On 14 Jul 2005 13:24:21 -0700, wrote:

Boss recently bought a Hardinge DV 59 and I can't get the thing to
close the collets. I tried two collets and after taking the thing
apart I suspect something is missing. It appears to me that the three
little fingers inside the adjusting ring should have a piece that force
them up when the handle is pushed back to the closed position.
One of these days we'll get a camera so I can post pictures instead of
trying to explain things.
Ken

Ken..how are you trying to adjust the collet closer?

If you can supply a photo of the closer, I may be able to supply any
missing parts. Ive some collet closers and parts for DV 59s, as well
as other accessories, such as cross slides etc. May I assume you have
the turret version?

Gunner, who specializes in Hardinge lathes of all types through the
AHCs

"Pax Americana is a philosophy. Hardly an empire.
Making sure other people play nice and dont kill each other (and us)
off in job lots is hardly empire building, particularly when you give
them self determination under "play nice" rules.

Think of it as having your older brother knock the **** out of you
for torturing the cat." Gunner