Fitting Belts to a S&B Sabel

[johnobirches]

Please can anybody tell me how to fit new belts to a Smart and Brown Sabel. The headstock is similar but not the same as a South Bend and I can't see the best way to get the back gear and main spindles out. It's my first lathe and I'm close to making my first cut. Thanks.

[wawoodman]

You might consider using a segmented belt, rather than disassembling the headstock.

https://www.amazon.com/Grizzly-T21992-V-...chine+belt

[johnobirches]

Thanks to Chris here:-

http://fullerscopes.blogspot.co.uk/2016/...t-pt2.html

Explanation with pictures and a very interesting blog.

Just what I needed to know.

Regards

John