Anyone know how to remove the linked belt from a boxford lathe?

Looking into it I can't really find a definitive answer, I think the rivets rotate to allow the belt to be split...

Had a go on Friday and failed to do it. Any advice much appreciated.


Rob

The ones I used (many years ago) had a slit, going from the hole,a bit like a button hole, that allowed the belt to release. You twisted it upwards.
This was in the 60's though.

same - push the belt together and then open the split with a blunt flat bladed screw driver - at least that's the case on mine

HTH

Sounds like you are on the right track, obviously you need the tension off, then rotate two consecutive rivets 90 degrees, use a screw driver to pry the belt over the rivets. Google "nut link belt" and I'm sure you'll get a youtube video.

Cheers
Davie

Its a bit awkward to do , I recall it is easier to connect than disconnect, you will stab yourself several times with the small screwdriver before you get the hang of it ! Once its off practice it a few times, you will soon be able to do it in seconds

Thanks for the replies guys.

I am going to have another attempt to retrieve my lathe from my mates garage at the weekend.

Got the Boxford neatly stored in my new workshop, happy days.

The belt was quite easy once I worked it out. Now I need an inverter and I can get it fired up.

Rob