Hello all. I'm happy to have discovered this forum and have already learned from it. I've recently acquired an Index Model 40, delivered 3/31/1949. Overall it's in pretty decent shape and I'm going to be very happy with it I think. I don't have a lot of room and it fills the space nicely. Before I start using it I need to replace the spindle and quill bearings. I have a question for others here who may have done the same thing.
To replace the bearings I need to remove the bronze nut at the top of the head. It is shown in the attached picture. I made a tool with 2 tangs to engage the slots in the nut but have not been able to get it to move. I pulled the pulley off to get access to the nut for penetrating oil. I've tried heat, the head clamp bolt is loose, and still no movement. I'm waiting to hear back from W-I but wanted to see if anyone here had any suggestions.
Thanks very much for any help and a great forum.
To replace the bearings I need to remove the bronze nut at the top of the head. It is shown in the attached picture. I made a tool with 2 tangs to engage the slots in the nut but have not been able to get it to move. I pulled the pulley off to get access to the nut for penetrating oil. I've tried heat, the head clamp bolt is loose, and still no movement. I'm waiting to hear back from W-I but wanted to see if anyone here had any suggestions.
Thanks very much for any help and a great forum.