I am not an engineer so I need to ask a specific question concerning way bar flex. What would be the increase in rigidity (flex) if the way bar diameter was increased from .472¡± to .500¡±. ?I understand from past discussions that material hardness has little to do with flexing whereas diameter does. I am considering trying to increase diameter asas it will not require a modification to the base casting. I will however need to modify the cross slide hole size or build a new cross slide to suit and tail stock. Any input would be welcome.
Dick
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