Filling the gap in a Powermatic 90

[Roy Turbett]

I have two PM 90 gap bed lathes and had trouble positioning the banjo close to the headstock so I decided to fill in the gap. This is a photo of what I came up with. It is made of steel and has four leveling screws and two horizontal screws to hold it snug against the lathe ways. It is also bolted to the lathe.

http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff413/turbettr/PM 90 Gap Filler/045-2.jpg

I posted a description of how I built it and a materials list at OWWM.org for anyone who may be interested in making one.

[Michelle Rich]

your fix is great..I've worked with a gap for 26 yrs on my lathe..i detest it. Life will be easier for you now!