hi again all,, i have a new problem. first up i have an aussie built Macson lathe from approx 1956 ish and it has a plate attatched saying it was overhauled approx 1968. overall it is good enough for my needs ( first pic).the problem is out the back of the headstock in the clutch -brake area.(2nd pic)it has a bearing double row ball type self centering that is of the open type NO LUBE! it mounts in a cast iron housing and i suspect it does'nt get any lube and that is why it is dead...
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