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I'm going to stick with JPG on this one and, for now, ignore the keyway. However, I may cut a wider thread into the pulley and install a wider set screw with a flattened bottom to maximize contact with the flat on the shaft, just because I'm paranoid.

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Loctite thread lock, I assume? Even on a non-threaded shaft?

Fortunately, the shaft already has a flat spot, so not concerned about that. Just concerned the channel cut into the bore on the pulley may weaken it if there's no key inserted into it.

Regarding the cotter pin - you mean to drill a ...

I'm rebuilding my 10e and just got my order from McMaster-Carr for the headstock bearings and pulley. You may recall from a previous post how I completely destroyed my headstock pulley in the process of pulling it off the shaft.

Well, the replacement pulley I received has a keyway in it in addition ...

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Tried heating it with a torch last night and trying to knock the shaft through with a hammer and a makeshift tap (I used the inner shaft of the pulley puller) to no avail. However, didn't try it while under tension from the pulley puller. I believe I have my marching orders for the ...

About three weeks ago, I bought a Shopsmith 10e (S/N 19186) for $100 off a Craig's List ad. Before dropping the cash, I read through MickeyD's entire 10er rebuild thread and was positively blown away not only by how we he detailed every step, but by all of the amazing support you guys provide. This ...

About three weeks ago, I bought a Shopsmith 10e (S/N 19186) for $100 off a Craig's List ad. Before dropping the cash, I read through MickeyD's entire 10er rebuild thread and was positively blown away not only by how we he detailed every step, but by all of the amazing support you guys provide. This ...