Shopsmith Forums

OK I have the belt on and here's how I did it. I put the Shopsmith in the upright position. Then I removed the bottom three screws that hold the motor and the off on switch from the mounting hole. tilting the motor inward I was able to get the belt on. I know this seems a little unconventional but ...

Yes it is well lubricated. Seems like the A24 4l260 it's too short

Can I purchase the drive belt at a local hardware store and if so what size. I do have a 4L 260 but for some reason it seems too tight and keeps getting caught in the upper vpully