Hello Rich.
First of all , a big welcome to the digitalhobbyist forum, which I hope will be of benefit and interest in the future.
Please try and use if possible during any new posts? the # (hashtags) , this helps in?
putting posts into the correct pigeon holes, as you will begin to realize this forum?
has many diverse subjects.?
If there is not a specific # to ask a question, then please let us know and we will advise and or accommodate you.
I believe the G8688 is initially manufactured by Sieg China, and re-badged for Grizzly.
If it is a warranty problem then your first actions would be to contact Grizzly, and if not
I believe they carry in stock a certain amount of basic spares.?
The Little Machine Shop, Pasadena CA has the most extensive range of spares in the US,?
for Siegs, Grizzly and Harbour Freight machines.??
Chris Woods (manager) is very knowledgeable and extremely helpful in advising what you need for our hobby mini lathes and mills.?
Our side of the pond is Arc Euro-trade UK, and ships out to the major European countries.
What exactly are your current problems, as many of our forum members have this type of lathe,?
and I am sure would be willing to advise you.
Best regards.
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John
John Lindo