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  1. 13th July 2010, 11:06 PM #1
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    Default Shop Smith Mk 5 Belt Sander tensioning problems

    Hope some one has a clue on this. Bought the Shop Smith and the 6" Belt Sander attachment about 30 (STREWTH!!) years ago. I cannot fathom how to tension the belt: Chinglish instructions talk about re-tensioning the "idler drum" by turning "tension knob lever" counterclockwise 4 turns, etc.... this procedure is as useless as!! Has anyone any hints on this, or any knowledge of a website with helpful hints written in plain english??
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    G'day.

    I have a Shopsmith Mk 5 but it don't have that option.

    Have you tried the web site?

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    Thanks Cliff...that was great: there was a complete video on how to service the rollers! I think I may have a case of a spring that's lost its tension...could be fatal unless I get a new roller assembly!!
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