Hi all New to the forum and congrats to all that contribute so informatively.
I have done a littlw research on the forums and feel could put my hands to sprucing up an old SB45 17” that i have originally borrowed from a friend. Pictures attached below.
It wasn’t cutting when i got hold of it and thru these forums worked out how to adjust and back blade to get paper cutting in it..yay! Still i think it could use a new reel and bed in time.
Moving on, the clutch hasn’t worked properly since he got it. Has the B&S conversion already but the blade engages regardless of clutch position. The thrust spacer is melted (brass better?)and i assume the cork is no good either.
The top chain was really loose and i applied only a little more tension seeing the tensioner was well worn from the chain already.
It does rattle a bit but as a new guy to this i am uncertain if it is clutch or chain related.
Also noted the rails have cracks.
So i am looking for some guide as to a estimate in repairs if i was to do these myself or have a pro do it. Before i go back to my mate with an offer on the machine to either buy it or take it off his hands. Not working atm due a stand down at work so $$$ are tight but have plenty of time
If i can get an idea on what i need to do here and where parts may be available from. Im on the gold coast.
