HI- I bought a 17" Steel City drill press. It was 400$ out the door, and I added an albrecht keyless chuck- which cost more than the drill press. This drill press HAS THE POTENTIAL- to be very good. When I am using a forstner bit, a drum (for sanding), or even drilling hardwood with a regular twist drill, the motor stays running, the belts/pulleys continue to turn, but the spindle and chuck STOP. I have tried it on different speeds, I have looked very carefully and have watched to confirm that this isn't simply the belts slipping on the pulleys. I wish it were that simple.
Does anyone have any idea what could be going on? Its incredibly frustrating and there is no mention of this problem anywhere.
Thank you!!