Countershaft for horizontal mill

[Shawn]

Thanks for the advice and suggestions gentlemen. I have decided to try something a little different and use a teeter totter type setup on the bottom of the countershaft. In my head it makes good sense and if it works I will be able to lock down the whole unit with a single T-handled bolt. Worst thing that can come of it is a bit of angle grinder work to cut it off? I did get the motor mount drilled and threaded for the motor and welded to the post tonight. If I don't fall asleep on the couch I might get a bit more done later.