Still going through my '56 WIAD machine. One of my v-belt idlers is very worn, the motor drive pulley has worn unevenly such that the outer belt is tighter than the inner and the idler has also paid the price. Has anyone made an idler from round stock? Reading on the forum, it sounds like there was some significant engineering in the bearing, bearing spacer, hub liner and idler so I'm not sure I just want to wholesale replace it with a piece from billet.
I'm looking for one or two idlers in decent condition and a good condition 5.5" splined pulley for the gearbox.
My gearbox pulley could be trued up at a smaller diameter, but I've only got one lathe running at the moment.
Thanks in advance,
Ryan
I'm looking for one or two idlers in decent condition and a good condition 5.5" splined pulley for the gearbox.
My gearbox pulley could be trued up at a smaller diameter, but I've only got one lathe running at the moment.
Thanks in advance,
Ryan