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Yes, probably I could adapt a fender washer and bolt as the bearing retainer (now that I have Peter's very clear photo) but since I have to order some other missing bits from Shopsmith (like the tensioning spring) I think I'll spring for the real SS part (if they have it).

The tires are not hard or cracked, so I think I'll just put things back together and see how it runs. And yes, it looks like I'm missing the bearing retainer on the lower wheel. It seems both wheels were pulled at some point and related small parts were lost. Hopefully the SS people stock spares!

I'm a new Shopsmith owner (1982 vintage MK-V just acquired via Craigslist) but know my way around woodworking machines fairly well. I have the MK-V headstock all cleaned up and lubricated and the way tubes are now shiny and smooth, so the bandsaw is next.

This bandsaw has a cast iron table, model ...