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Will try,
Thanks

Thanks very much guys,
I tried oiling the sheave holes a couple of times
even tried penetration oil a couple of times.
I came across another thread here about the same problem
https://forum.shopsmith.com/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=17624&start=20

So I disconnected the belt to the motor, and voila, the ...

I am just getting back to using my Mark V, after sitting for a number of years.
It is difficult to start. When I turn it on, the motor hums, but does not turn immediately.
It takes a little nudge to make it go.
I made a little video to show what is happening since I know I am not describing it well ...