Any ideas on tailstock alignment?

[Brian Kent]

I have not had time yet this week to level the bed, but here is the photo with a fixed spur center. This is satisfactory.

[ron david]

cast iron can move
ron

[Jay Mullins]

Brian.............
I agree with what Roger and others have said about leveling the bed, it's very important. I would suggest that you use a smart ( digital ) level, it will b easier to use and more exact. They are available at most stores selling tools ( HD, Lowes, Sears, HF etc.).

Jay

[carl mesaros]

I have not had time yet this week to level the bed, but here is the photo with a fixed spur center. This is satisfactory.

Brian glad you have your alignment issue solved. I have the Laguna 2436 the same lathe as your Grizzly GO800. My alignment has always been spot on.
I did notice in your last picture of alignment the sawdust clinging to the outside of the headstock housing. Mine does the same and I'm somewhat concerned that oil from the bearings is leaking past the seals. Just hoping this is natural. I guess we'll find out if we experience bearing failures!
My lathe has had over two years of almost daily use. So far so good!