On Nov 3, 2:34*pm, dpb wrote:
wrote:
I am working on a drill press,It is the Delta 17-900.
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Have to get it apart to see what is what. I need to get the top
cover off to see what is what ,and need to remove the pulley on the
spindle or quill, to do so.
I got the nut loose and off (Left hand BTY, 32 MM or 1 1/4" socket
needed) but can't seem to pop off the pulley. I tapped a wedge under
the pulley and taped on the top spindle with a plastic mallet, but it
didn't go.
I did not want to force it and break the pulley.
Do I need some type of puller?
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A few posts Seemed to *suggest the pulley *might be on *a tapered
shaft.

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Puller will be your best choice other than heating the pulley. *Other
than that, you need far more shock and awe than a dainty tap w/ a little
plastic-faced hammer is going to provide.

Oh, and yes, they are tapered shaft.

Thanks Guys,
Yes I got it off. Found a puller at work, and after reading replies
here, was able to free it. That's all I'm doing for tonight. Have to
clean up the pulley.
Still have to get the cover off, and look at the motor tensioner,
hopefully won't have trouble there.
Came off pretty easy. Actually, it's a A/C Clutch Pulley puller.
Might even be able to get one at Auto Zone. It's an OE brand, think
that's what Auto Zone sells. Looks like this.

http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/c...resspuller.jpg

Thanks, Tony