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    One Wrench~!

    Now where did I put that dang 1/2" wrench? This is a very simple fix and in my opinion, worthwhile...

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    Now screw a handle onto that modified nut and you won't have to hunt for a wrench. That's what I did on my lathe.
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    Not a bad idea on the carriage lock, it doesn't take much torque although the wrench may be in the way.

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    Quote Originally Posted by winkys workshop View Post
    Now where did I put that dang 1/2" wrench? This is a very simple fix and in my opinion, worthwhile...
    THAT'S CHEATING! You can't do that! It's not traditional!

    So I need to add a couple or four or five more items to my to-do list...

    Bill

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    Quote Originally Posted by winkys workshop View Post
    Not a bad idea on the carriage lock, it doesn't take much torque although the wrench may be in the way.
    Make the handle short. As you say, little torque is needed. If the end of the handle is threaded, the handle can replace the set screw.
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    Quote Originally Posted by WmRMeyers View Post
    THAT'S CHEATING! You can't do that! It's not traditional!

    So I need to add a couple or four or five more items to my to-do list...

    Bill
    I have NEVER been traditional!!! Ha

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    I have a diminutive Logan with Bed Turret (still inbound), this would be an excellent mod. There are 7 to 9 bolt heads to manipulate in set-ups, some require a few adjustments, before completion.
    It's a worthy time, step and labor saver.
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    I Still remember doing that on a 3/4 midget race car and have seen it used on other cars
    Good idea. Thanks

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