The pinion gear for the saddle traverse on my Myford S7 is very worn, and faced with a =A350 plus postage cost from Myford, I'm tempted to cut a new one myself (12 teeth, 20 DP, 20 degree PA). I have a suitable hob.
The gear meshes with a steel rack, and I would be very grateful for advice on the best material from which to make it. For example, would a bronze or cast iron gear be better than a steel one in this application?
Mike