Record Coronet No 3 Lathe

**Ironwood** · 22nd November 2010, 06:10 PM

The link that Jim put up has instructions how to remove the shaft.
I think you really need to pull it out to see what the problem is.

If its the outboard bearing causing the problem ( the one on the left when your standing at the lathe), you might be able to get a replacement from any bearing supply shop , as I think its just a sealed roller bearing, its possibly a common size.

The nature of the tapered bronze bearing should eliminate any slop on its end when adjusted properly. I cant think why you would have 1mm movement if that adjustment is correct.
Did you follow the intructions and adjust all the way up until you couldnt turn the shaft with your fingers, then back it off until its firm to turn ?

I think if you use the lathe too long with the adjustment too loose, you may wear the bearing cup into an oval shape, if this has happened, you will need to replace the complete bearing.
Hopefully you can get to the bottom of the problem.

**Ham** · 25th November 2010, 11:43 PM

Hi Guys,

I thought you'd like to know what happened. I got onto Record in England. They reckon the bearing is definitely out of round and needs to be replaced. The cost of a new bearing kit is 56.16 pounds and delivery is 62 pounds, about $200.00AU all up. So it could be worse.

Thanks everyone for your words of wisdom.

H.

**jimbur** · 26th November 2010, 12:29 PM

If you going that route replace the other bearing too. Saves in the long run.
Cheers,
Jim

**hughie** · 26th November 2010, 01:37 PM

One good bearing on the same shaft as a bad one, they both end up the same..bad

**Ham** · 26th November 2010, 05:25 PM

Thanks Jim, I hadn't thought of that, I think the bearing "kit" contains both but I've sent an e.mail to check.

When you said "I you want to go that route" was that just a figure of speech or did you have an alternative in mind?

Thanks,
H.

**Ham** · 26th November 2010, 10:03 PM

I recieived a reply from Record, you're right, they are good, the "Bearing kit" includes the bronze spindle bearing, the rear bearing and a new drive belt. So it all looks good. Just gotta talk my good lady wife into finding the $200.00.

H.

**jimbur** · 27th November 2010, 07:07 AM

Originally Posted by Ham

Thanks Jim, I hadn't thought of that, I think the bearing "kit" contains both but I've sent an e.mail to check.

When you said "I you want to go that route" was that just a figure of speech or did you have an alternative in mind?

Thanks,
H.

Sorry just a figure of speech. Yes they are good people to deal with. Good luck with the persuasion.
Cheers,
Jim

**david D** · 29th November 2010, 01:33 PM

Originally Posted by Ham

I recieived a reply from Record, you're right, they are good, the "Bearing kit" includes the bronze spindle bearing, the rear bearing and a new drive belt. So it all looks good. Just gotta talk my good lady wife into finding the $200.00.

Hi Ham - I went through same experience to get the bearing kit. I purchased the kit from UK - in the end I think I bought it from a hardware shop in London. I suggest that you check the postage from UK - from memory the quote from Record was as or near the price of the item - I ended up getting it from a store in London and my brother picked it up for me therefore no postage (maybe D&M Tools in Twickenham, Middlesex but can't recall) - regards david D

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