Belt for Rikon 70-105 Lathe

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I am looking for a belt for my Rikon 70-105 lathe. I believe it takes the same belt as the 70-100 model. Just wondering if there is a place to get that little thing without dropping $20 plus shipping.
 

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I'd double check part numbers though, some guys are saying they are the same and some are saying they aren't......
 

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I'd double check part numbers though, some guys are saying they are the same and some are saying they aren't......
Everything I have found on the web from dealers says it is the same belt but the 70-105 has only been on the market for a short time so who knows if that is accurate. The original belt is still working but due to my mistake is missing a rib.
Try www.beltsforanything.com

they have the best prices I've seen. You need to know the length, width & how many ribs to fit the pullys.
They take phone calls too
I would do that but hard to get accurate measurement when part of the belt is missing. That and I really don't want to take the spindle apart till I have to. Yes I am lazy when it comes to that. I did get the numbers off the belt and called Kelly Supply but no go on that.
 

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Everything I have found on the web from dealers says it is the same belt but the 70-105 has only been on the market for a short time so who knows if that is accurate. The original belt is still working but due to my mistake is missing a rib.

I would do that but hard to get accurate measurement when part of the belt is missing. That and I really don't want to take the spindle apart till I have to. Yes I am lazy when it comes to that. I did get the numbers off the belt and called Kelly Supply but no go on that.

You mean, you left the spindle lock on and turned it on? I did that lol... 3 times.

FWIW, I turned daily for over a year with mine like that. And the guy that bought it uses it as well.
 

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You mean, you left the spindle lock on and turned it on? I did that lol... 3 times.

FWIW, I turned daily for over a year with mine like that. And the guy that bought it uses it as well.
Oh it runs just fine but it makes a noise. I liked it when it was whisper quite. :wacko::ok:
 

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You mean, you left the spindle lock on and turned it on? I did that lol... 3 times.

FWIW, I turned daily for over a year with mine like that. And the guy that bought it uses it as well.


In my woodturning studio there 5 regulars who come to turn & learn various days every week. I recently acquired a Delta 12" & everyone, including myself has turned on the lathe with the spindle lock on causing a loud squeal.

I have implemented a "new belt fund" jar! All regulars started by putting $1 in to start, then every time the lathe is turned on with the spindle lock engaged on any lathe, that person adds $1 to the jar!! There is $14 in the jar now.

belt fund.png
 

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Ummmmm. I don't think this little bugger has a spindle lock. It has a wrench to take off and put on chucks and stuff but no lock. I tried to use this little boy like my big boy lathe and stopped the spindle with the gouge. Kinda like a spindle stop I guess. :headscratch2:
 
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