That movement is from the inertia of the gantry and spindle head's mass moving and then stopping. That's where the heavier welded machines come into...
Yes, if the box slides smoothly and the slides don't have fine adjustment features then just shim the false front. You may regret using brads. Screws...
Thanks for the information Tom. It is always interesting to learn about the so many other things used for a specialized purpose that have "crossover"...
I'll be making something with Santos Mahogany - am concerned about how it takes finish.
Can I use hard oil (poly, linseed, thinner) or will the oils...