Herbert Type v drilling machine

[Neil GreenawayParticipant @neilgreenaway71611]

Hi,

Would anybody know if what was recommended for lubrication on the high/low and feed gearboxes in a Herbert type v drill? I have one which has been "repainted" at some stage I'd say about 40 years ago and some fixings overpainted so I'm not sure there are fill/drain plugs on the main gearbox (probably about 70year old?). The feed gearbox has spring lid oil cups so I'd reckon this is a total loss type which leaks whatever you drop in.

Its a smashing machine, and runs very smooth and quiet with loads of torque.

I'm aiming to look after it and hopefully it would run maybe another 70 years.

Thanks

Neil

[Neil GreenawayParticipant @neilgreenaway71611]

[EmgeeParticipant @emgee]

I used grease in the quill downfeed via the nipple provided, the table feed box was removed as some gears were missing, never did replace them but used it manually.

Emgee

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