Hey guys,
I’m working on a restoration (possible resto-mod, haven’t decided) on a Taco 44 (possibly 66 but won’t know for sure until I get the paint off) and the jack shaft needs to be removed.
The set screw for the 18 tooth sprocket must’ve stripped out at some point in the past because it has been welded onto the shaft.
My question to you is - any reason I should try and save this shaft vs putting a new one on? I know a new one won’t be original but I can’t replace bearings or clean it up without removing it so I’m inclined to cut it out.
Thanks for your input!
I’m working on a restoration (possible resto-mod, haven’t decided) on a Taco 44 (possibly 66 but won’t know for sure until I get the paint off) and the jack shaft needs to be removed.
The set screw for the 18 tooth sprocket must’ve stripped out at some point in the past because it has been welded onto the shaft.
My question to you is - any reason I should try and save this shaft vs putting a new one on? I know a new one won’t be original but I can’t replace bearings or clean it up without removing it so I’m inclined to cut it out.
Thanks for your input!