Thanks, I might have some small brass rod laying around I'll look and see what I can find if not I'll order some. The belts are the only thing that is keeping me from firing it up other that finding a wiring diagram for the barrel switch.I just measured my brass pin, it's 0.125 mine measures 0.128 but I believe that's from mushrooming the ends. I also believe I bought 3/16 brass rod (machineable) and turned it down to 0.125.. I had to make my own thumb screws as well. length will depend on your needs.