fjonesmachine
Plastic
- Joined
- Mar 2, 2004
Hi, I just discovered this forum. I have a 13" Southbend toolroom lathe that I have been using for several years, and just now am in the process of cleaning, painting, etc. The post from Webb Wyman down the forum a ways on oiling was very helpful, however, I am wondering what type of grease is used in the spindle thrust bearings. There doesn't seem to be any way they would get oil from the spindle. Also, the plugged hole in the pulley for when the lathe is in backgear, as well as the plugged hole in the backgear shaft are both marked "grease." What type of grease is used there, what type of gun do you grease it with, and how much does it need? I don't have a manual for my lathe, although I am waiting to hear from Southbend about the availability of one. Thanks for any help.