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I'd stick with the old shaft: it doesn't look that bad to me. I'd clean it up just enough to make sure it has no protruding lumps or sharp edges and is round. I'd do likewise with the headstock holes.
How much oil does it leak? You might be able to reduce the leak rate by fabricating seals to back up new felts. Those machines were designed to leak some oil: it's called a "total loss lubrication system". Don't try to stop it completely.
How much oil does it leak? You might be able to reduce the leak rate by fabricating seals to back up new felts. Those machines were designed to leak some oil: it's called a "total loss lubrication system". Don't try to stop it completely.