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In the Shop => General Tormek Questions => Topic started by: Steven Krouse on September 15, 2026, 11:09:23 PM

Title: grinding wheel spindle
Post by: Steven Krouse on September 15, 2026, 11:09:23 PM
Hello, first timer here.
I inherited a model 2000 from my brothers estate.  I noticed the grinding wheel had some lateral movement on the spindle, nut was not tight against the wheel.  I shot The nut with some PB Blaster to free it up, but my problem is I don't see any way to hold the spindle from turning.  Advice greatly appreciated.
SK     
Title: Re: grinding wheel spindle
Post by: RichColvin on September 16, 2026, 12:17:29 AM
You should be able to hold the honing wheel
Title: Re: grinding wheel spindle
Post by: Steven Krouse on September 16, 2026, 02:03:11 AM
Thanks Rich

The nut was backed off and the wheel was spinning free with about 1/8" lateral play.  The nut was frozen and I couldn't determine where to lock the spindle to crank on the nut.  Standard nut about 3/4 or the mm equivalent. 

It's fixed now.  Spent the last couple of hours sharpening chisels and block planer blades.  Very nice machine.
SK