I have a Delta 14" bandsaw that came with the Carter guides and bearings. I noticed the other day that the bearings on the lower guide would not turn. The lower thrust bearing does, but not the side rollers.
I removed the bearings and cleaned them up, thinking that they would free up, but they did not. I'm not sure why they would have frozen, but that seems to be the case. I beleive that these are sealed bearings so I don't think they can't be lubricated.
Does anyone have any experience with these bearings? Can they be revived or do I need to replace them? If I need to replace them, does anyone have a source? Also, for the future, how should these be maintained if they are indeed sealed bearings?
Thanks.
--Mark