Tormach Drive Belt

[Steve Pilon]

While changing the Tormach from low to high gear I noticed that the drive belt is looking a little rough. Do we have extras? Should we just change it out just in case? 

[Larry]

There used to be extras in the tool cabinet.  If there isn't any there it's because somebody changed the belt and didn't let anyone know.

Larry

[Steve Pilon]

Thanks Larry, I'll look tonight. 

[Larry]

I just purchased 4 more belts.  There was one belt in the cabinet so now there are 5 spare belts.  The last time I used the Tormach I notices some slipping.  I tightened the belt.  Make sure you have proper tension on the belt.  There should be 1/8" to 1/4" deflection of the belt between the pulleys with firm finger pressure.  Any more flex than that will allow the belt to slip under load.