Photo Index - South Bend Lathe Works - South Bend 9a Model CL644Z

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South Bend Lathe Works
South Bend, IN

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Metal Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Lathe, Metal
Machine Size:	9"x42"
Submitted By:	Guy Groomes

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	South Bend 9a Model CL644Z
Date of Manufacturer:	1952
Serial Number:	28772N AR9 (View SN Registry Entry)
Last Updated	1/12/2022 12:23:52 PM

Comments:

Lathe was originally sold to Packard the year before the automaker closed. I located the lathe in Dearborn Michigan. Once acquired I did a complete rebuild. The wear on the ways for the entire length was less than 2thou. so no regrinding was needed/done.

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Comments: Completed rebuild/restoration. Temporarily on wheels for moving around the shop as I needed for space while restoring.
Source: Me...

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Comments: New badges..Old ones were saved.
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Comments: Apron
Source: Me

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Comments: Tail Stock
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Comments: Serial # Card
Source: Grizzly

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