Swollen Mandrel Bearing on Edison Standard Model E

[MikeB]

Hello everyone,

I just bought an Edison Standard Model E with a swollen mandrel bearing. I've replaced two mandrel bearings, both on Standard Model D's. The is the first bad bearing I've had on an E. Am I correct in assuming that the bearing itself and the replacement process is the same on the Model D as it is on the Model E?

Also, I haven't started work on this machine yet, but I fear that getting the old bearing out may prove difficult. The mandrel shaft is completely frozen and won't budge at all. Does anyone have any tips for removing a stubborn bearing?

Thanks -
Mike

[Phonofreak]

The repair process is the same as the Standard D. If you had experience with the D, this would be the same. Good luck and keep us posted.
Harvey Kravitz

[alang]

Here are some instructions from Wyatt's Musical Americana http://www.wyattsmusical.com/centBearing.html. These are for Home and Triumph, but the principles are the same.

Good luck!
Andreas