Yes, I replaced the compound slide with a 12L14 steel riser block. Made a huge difference in rigidity. I only put the compound on if I need it. I actually made it on the lathe before I had a drill press or a mill but the acentric drilling was a huge pain in my little four jaw. I made a video about it but it probably doesn't have a lot of specifics in it. If you have a PD250e and would like print for the riser block, let me know and I'll put one together.
Thanks for this! I just got a 250/e and have been wondering how to get around this problem. All the best! Tob 👍
You made the cross slide with steel?
Yes, I replaced the compound slide with a 12L14 steel riser block. Made a huge difference in rigidity. I only put the compound on if I need it.
I actually made it on the lathe before I had a drill press or a mill but the acentric drilling was a huge pain in my little four jaw.
I made a video about it but it probably doesn't have a lot of specifics in it. If you have a PD250e and would like print for the riser block, let me know and I'll put one together.