This is long winded but I want to explain what I have done so far. There are questions at the end.
Here is where I started. I have a South Bend 10L made late 1960 or early '61. The leather belt drive appears to be old and stretched. It ran in back gear okay but the belt slips on the pulley otherwise. I added tension to the belt but not much improvement. I figure I need to replace the belt.
I wanted to be sure the lathe was properly lubricated. I acquired new wicks, felt and laminated shims...
I Serviced My 10l Spindle And Need Some Advice Please
Here is where I started. I have a South Bend 10L made late 1960 or early '61. The leather belt drive appears to be old and stretched. It ran in back gear okay but the belt slips on the pulley otherwise. I added tension to the belt but not much improvement. I figure I need to replace the belt.
I wanted to be sure the lathe was properly lubricated. I acquired new wicks, felt and laminated shims...
I Serviced My 10l Spindle And Need Some Advice Please