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sandy2000
08-30-04, 04:42 PM
My 20 year old Craftsman 8" drill press, model 113.21372, has started acting up. When I start to lower the spindle (??) drill there is a slight resistance and then a one time clicking noise. It happens only when I first start. I've lowered the spindle as far as it would go and inspected the shiny cyclinder (??) it is well lubricated and I couldn't see anyplace that appeared to be wearing. All external nuts etc have been retightened. Any suggestions as to what I can check next?
GregH
08-31-04, 08:21 PM
sandy2000,
The bearing in the spindle could be worn or even just dirty.
I couldn't locate a parts breakdown from Sears with the model number you gave.
Before you consider taking it apart you might try cleaning the spindle.
I have cleaned mine by putting a pan under the spindle and flooding the mechanism with WD-40.
You might be surprised how much gunk comes out.
If this doesn't take care of the noise you may have to take it apart to check it out.
The bearing in the spindle could be worn or even just dirty.
I couldn't locate a parts breakdown from Sears with the model number you gave.
Before you consider taking it apart you might try cleaning the spindle.
I have cleaned mine by putting a pan under the spindle and flooding the mechanism with WD-40.
You might be surprised how much gunk comes out.
If this doesn't take care of the noise you may have to take it apart to check it out.