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what problems should i look for when buying used chucks

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thinking about buying a used strong hold chuck.any suggestions on what to watch out for and where to look for one :rolleyes:
 
The jaws should open and close easily. I would look for obvious dings.

The Stronghold chuck is quite robust. I easily have over 1,500 hours on mine. The chuck doesn't get babied, but I don't abuse it either. I have cranked the jaws pretty tight at times. So far the only signs that it is has over 50 hours is that the jaws themselves get dinged up with scratches and such.

If I was in your situation with 2 lathes, it might be time to break down and just get another stronghold chuck body.
 
thank for info

thanks for info kinda figured the basics.was thinking ebay and kinda hard to check things.
 
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