Hi Jerry,
This has turned into a good thread. Thanks much.
Would you be willing to give some details of the center pulley shaft in the drill press post? Did you machine an insert? Bearings? I don't have the capacity for machining, but I still love to get ideas on how others have done things.
I follow the OWWM (old wood working machines) forum quite a bit.
http://owwm.org/ Many of the guys and gals on that forum buy their new bearings from Accurate Bearing Company in Addison, Illinois. They provide great service for the hobbyist. I have no connection other than being a satisfied customer.
