Boxbed

First steps – clean the boxbed up with a Dremel and a file to get rid of any casting flash.

Boxbed in 4-Jaw

Mount in the 4-jaw. I’m using brass sheet to protect the casting.  Doesn’t have to be super concentric, as long as it’s fairly well balanced.

Facing off boxbed

Facing off – I’m using a tipped tool here and 320 RPM.  Seems alright to me !  I cut .20mm at a time, with a .10mm finishing cut.

Once faced, flip over in the chuck, ensure it’s seated nicely, and face the top.

Quick check with the height gauge.

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