On Dec 16, 2024, at 11:53?PM, mikemm58 via groups.io <mmcauley@...> wrote:

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Hello, first post here...

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I have a 1947 SB "Heavy 10". Whenever I exert a little too much pressure

when using a parting tool, I can hear 'banging or clattering' in the headstock.

Is this an indication of worn out main bearings?

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Thanks for any help.

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Mike

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