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When I first got this lathe, (1941, 13"X 48" with single gear box, cast iron spindle bearings)
I went through the head, I cleaned all the old oil out with pipe cleaners and paper towels. I replaced the spring loaded cotton plunger applicators.
There are no drains that I can see on the "No Brass Bearings" style.
Am I missing something? The bearings and spindle are in pristine condition, I want to keep it that way.
It's time to change the oil.![IMG_0086 (2).JPG IMG_0086 (2).JPG](https://www.hobby-machinist.com/data/attachments/234/234155-b0ccaa4a4a684399102b0eda1099749d.jpg)
Thanks for your ideas/experience.
I went through the head, I cleaned all the old oil out with pipe cleaners and paper towels. I replaced the spring loaded cotton plunger applicators.
There are no drains that I can see on the "No Brass Bearings" style.
Am I missing something? The bearings and spindle are in pristine condition, I want to keep it that way.
It's time to change the oil.
![IMG_0086 (2).JPG IMG_0086 (2).JPG](https://www.hobby-machinist.com/data/attachments/234/234155-b0ccaa4a4a684399102b0eda1099749d.jpg)
Thanks for your ideas/experience.