jet 1642 bearings

[Larry Matchett]

I just changed the bearings on my 1642. I did it because you could grab the end of the shaft and physically move it to make a clunk. I changed the bearings to the Japanese sealed bearings. All went well. Unless I tighten the jam nut very tight I still get the clunk. Does this mean I need a new wave washer. Also the front bearing seems to get hot. When I put in a drive center it is very warm to the touch when I take it out. I would appreciate any help from anyone who has changed the bearings in a Jet 1642.
Thanks

PS: Took it apart again this morning. I seem to be running out of threads with the jam nut. hmmm.
Too bad I don't have a service station near here.

[charlie knighton]

I took mine to local machine shop along with diagram of parts that came with lathe. they changed the bearings out, used the same model and company bearings......bearings are something they do on regular basis

just take headstock off to take to machine shop

[Thom Sturgill]

I changed mine out some time ago with sealed bearings. No problems before or after, just wanted better bearings to prevent issues with the unsealed bearings.