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Will the Bandsaw Backup Bearing Upgrade work with a circa 1954 Magna Bandsaw?

Which other upgrade kits are compatible with this tool?

To the best of my knowledge, yes.

I'm in McKinney.

I have parts available for anyone restoring an old 500 machine, including:
Headstock with new belt (updated to use 3-wire power) (missing screws) Serial Number trace says made in 1954 - ran well before I upgraded to Power Pro headstock.
Extension Table (no legs)
Main Table and Carriage
Rip Fence ...

Hobbyman2 wrote:are` you using a single or double bearing quill ?

I have the Pro headstock.

Thank you all for the great information.
I found some 60 grit, so I went over the inside with that. I still have just a few marks; I know they're there (and y'all may see them), but I think most people won't notice. I'm satisfied with it as it is, so I can move on.
I went 60, 120, 220, 400 and 600.

This is my 2nd bowl. I had a few tool marks on my 1st attempt, but they weren't this bad. I've tried sanding them out with 120 grit, but I'm not making much progress.
How do I prevent or correct this? I'm shaping at 745 RPM, using carbide tools (S1 and R1 tips), and sanding at 945 RPM.