[Raises hand] I've got a change-gear lathe so I do virtually all my threading with dies.
Craig
That surprises me Craig. I would have thought that an old guy like you would love changing gears. After all, it's a great opportunity to play with your machine!
I don't mind changing gears at all! Some folks might even say I love it!
All the required tools are handy and I do it often enough that it's fast and easy. I do confess that I don't pay any attention to gear lash. If they fit close enough I'm happy. I'm not getting in there with feeler gauges.
I think it's an attitude thing.
"Oh, look at that! I have 16tpi in there but I need 20! That means I get to change gears again!"
Today I have to improve the fit on some ABS plumbing cap threads. I hate plumbing (and drywall and painting and windows and cooking) cutting some beautiful threads on my lathe is a labour of pure love. If I get to change gears, it's a bonus!
I know...... I'm crazy. But it is my hobby after all.
Just sayin.......