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I put on a new belt and it's started to chew it up as well.

I've tried the above suggestions and I thank you for the replies. However, after trying them, I'm back to the original problem. The speed starts slowing down after I keep turning past the "route" setting. I'm looking for a knowledgeable repair person within 3 hours, or so, of the very NE c...

I just put on a new drive belt. After turning the speed control to fast, turning off, and adjusting the stop screw all the way until it stops against the porkchop,the speed dial will not go any lower than drum sand. The belt is 3/4 inch from the top of the motor sheaves and the porkchop stop screw i...

Yes, sorry.

So the control was on slow when I dismantled the SS. What steps do I use to reinstall the belt?

JPG, I bought the first one:)

Sorry for the long delay. I just got around to tearing down the SS. The belt was half "eaten" and required a dismantle to clean and relubricate everything. It looks like the control sheave was sticking, possibly a secondary problem caused by rubber gumming up the sliding. I think the main ...

Both speed controls will increase speed until you get to the "Saw" setting and then start slowing down incremently afterwards.

Hi, I am a long time lurker and occasional poster. I've restored two 1953 model Mark V's but need help adjusting the speed controls. I'm located in the NE corner of Missouri. Is there anyone in the area (I'll drive to St. Louis, if needed) that has experience adjusting these? I'm willing to pay for ...