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I've noticed some are machining their quill casing to install a rear bearing. I've been thinking, since I can't find a bearing that will press in without machining, about getting a bronze oil impregnated bushing machined for this upgrade. The cost would be in the $30 to $40 range, that beats the $180 price hands down. And, it will keep run out at a minimum without weakening the casing.

I would like to get other opinions/thoughts on upgrading the quill this way.

Thanks, KEn

You could check with Skip at http://mkctools.com/mark%20v%20parts.htm -- He will upgrade your quill for $95 ---- Also better than $180!!!

73 Ely

You could check with Skip at http://mkctools.com/mark%20v%20parts.htm -- He will upgrade your quill for $95 ---- Also better than $180!!!

73 Ely

EliWalton wrote:You could check with Skip at http://mkctools.com/mark%20v%20parts.htm -- He will upgrade your quill for $95 ---- Also better than $180!!!

73 Ely

And probably a much better upgrade. When you go cheap you get cheap.

I would say it is ill-advised. Quality and precision not there with oilite bushing.