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I am currently working on an old Delta 17" drill press (casting #DP-600) and having difficulties getting the spindle out of the head. I need to remove the spindle sheave and the spindle doesn't seem to want to come out. From the diagram, it appears that I should be able to remove the bearing cap and the "special nut". Then drive the spindle down. I can move it about 1/4' and then it stops when the sheave hits the top of the casting. The set screw on the sheave has been removed. I don't see much corrosion, but the sheave seems to be bonded to the spindle shaft/key as if there were a lock ring or something holding it.
Does anyone have any suggestions on how to get that spindle out? It is currently soaking in Kroil.
Does anyone have any suggestions on how to get that spindle out? It is currently soaking in Kroil.