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Thanks for the heads up on the tires. The machine I got was sitting for 20 years or more and they were cracked every 1/2" so I had to take the off.

So I will be building a shed, and other smaller projects as time goes by but overall it's not going to see a lot of use. Maybe some light metal ...

Honestly, I found everything I need on their website. The pulley, key way, tires, belt and a blade is just over $100 shipped. Easier than running around looking for it and I know it will all work. I'm going to call Monday to make sure it's all in stock.

Thanks to all!

Donny
The bandsaw wheels are just under 12" in diameter with the rubber tires mounted. That means that the circumference would be just over three feet. At 1000 RPM the blade speed is just about 3000 feet per minute which I believe to be the maximum for a bandsaw. I generally run a bit slower.
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Welcome to the forum, Donny1!

Oddly enough, Shopsmith hid the information you are looking for in the instructions for their accessory pulley guard. You can download a copy using the link below.

https://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/productmanuals/PulleyGuard_505892.pdf

I’ve never needed to replace ...

Hello all!

I'm excited to get using this machine. My sister donated her Shopsmith V, along with the Band Saw with the stand alone table and motor to me. I believe it was made in the 80's. It's been sitting for years but everything seems to work with some cleaning, lubing, etc.

My question is about ...