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Ok according to the Shopsmith site my machine dates to between 1981 and 1982. I bought it recently used and oiled everything when I got it home. The speed increases and decreases easily. With it being thirty years old I was just thinking of going ahead and replacing the bearings all around just to ...

Thanks, yeah neither of those would really be a problem as I can get my hands any tools I need. Question though, to get the new bearings on can you heat them up in order to get them on or do they need to be pressed?

I've been reading all through here and can't seem to find any information on this noise coming from the drive shaft of the motor. I'm pretty sure I need to replace the bearings but am experienced enough to know when I need some more information before I start.

Can anyone offer me any advice on ...