Being a mechanic

[Gordon Achterhof]

The new parts arrived on schedule and the mustard monster is down for repair. The spindle threads were cracked and that allowed a thread to curl into the set screw hole. Lots of fun getting the face plate off the spindle so every thing could be taken apart. Now have the spindle out and waiting for some help in removing the bearings. Machine is quite well laid out and solid construction when you get into it. Much pleased. I should have some pictures of the parts later today after I find a machine shop to remove the bearings.

Cheers
Gordon

[Mark Cothren]

Good luck, Gordon! Sounds like you've got it all under control.

[Mike Ramsey]

Only you mustard colored guys would post a gloat about your
lathe being broke... See what mustard does to you brain?...seek help now!!!

[Andy Hoyt]

Only you mustard colored guys would post a gloat about your
lathe being broke... See what mustard does to you brain?...seek help now!!!

Seek White Iron, now!

Mike - "Thank you for your support." --- Bartles and Jaymes -1981

[Mark Cothren]

I'd rather push a mustard than drive a mayonnaise...

[Gordon Achterhof]

As promised, a pic of the spindle disassembled.

Cheers
Gordon

[George Troy Hurlburt]

Black is beautiful. My Robust was perfect. Just plug and play. GT

[Curt Fuller]

I'd rather push a mustard than drive a mayonnaise...

Well, that's good because it sounds like it just might give you the opportunity.

[Jim Dunn]

As promised, a pic of the spindle disassembled.

Cheers
Gordon

Those are some serious looking parts. I'll not be brought in to this "mustard/mayo" thing. Happy right now with my grey wire.