grinding wheel spindle

[Steven Krouse]

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     

[RichColvin]

You should be able to hold the honing wheel

[Steven Krouse]

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

[RichColvin]

The MSK-250 Stainless Steel Shaft with EzyLock is a nice upgrade for that machine.

[John Hancock Sr]

The MSK-250 Stainless Steel Shaft with EzyLock is a nice upgrade for that machine.

Did that upgrade myself. Well worth the investment. Also put a dab if lithium grease on the bearings. Finally, always remove the wheel between sessions.

[Steven Krouse]

Thanks for the tip.
SK