On Wed, 28 Sep 2005 23:22:04 -0400, "Steve W."
wrote:


"Old & in the way...." wrote in message
news:UIA_e.16490$mH.3209@fed1read07...
I have a couple of old machines that are needing their V-belts to be
replaced. To change out the belt requires dissembling the machine
which is a
hassle. I am wondering if any one has used one of those "emergency
V-belt"
that are offered in some auto parts catalogues for roadside repairs.
These
belts appear to be built in segments that are removable so as to size
for
proper fit so disassembly of the machine (an Atlas 6" lathe and an old
Craftsman combo belt/disc sander) is not necessary. I am thinking that
the
low HP of the machine tools relative to their auto use would make this
an ok
option.

Any one running such belts on their tools? What sort of experience
have you
had?

Thanks, brian



The red link belts were actually standard equipment on some 16-18 hp
Power King/Economy tractors. They were used on the hydraulic pumps and
for the starter generator.

Link belts are often standard equipment on some of the finest Swiss
Screw machines..machines that must be vibration free as they often are
required to turn to 50 Millionths

Gunner



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"Pax Americana is a philosophy. Hardly an empire.
Making sure other people play nice and dont kill each other (and us)
off in job lots is hardly empire building, particularly when you give
them self determination under "play nice" rules.

Think of it as having your older brother knock the **** out of you
for torturing the cat." Gunner