This group is for the discussion of the LATHEMASTER 8x14, 9x30 & 9x20 lathes. X3 Mills too.. NO OFF TOPICS...All new members and postings are moderated for the groups protection, sorry for the delays joining and posting. THANKS. Bob Wright. And THANKS to Alan Trest for his help.
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Hi Steve,  My 8X worked well and still does without modification - BUT I did do a lot of cleaning and was surprised as to the amount of grit and sand. It
Steve try adjusting the cant of the motor and have a look at the idler pulley ... more often than not adjusting the motor will solve that problem also look
Druid, No sand. Lots of grease everywhere which I cleaned off with some very old Coleman stove fuel, followed up with fresh oil on all the exposed iron
Chris and David, Thank you both for your replies. This weekend I'll experiment with positioning the idler pully. I think it needs to be spaced out about 3/32"