New fun.
I built my own 3 speed belt drive. Gives me 6000rpm when needed.
I replaced the bearings to 10,000rpm specs.
I did my mini lathe bearings recently and used angular
contact bearings. They fit right in perfect.
The lathe never ran smoother.
Steel wool and 3in1 oil works good on rust.
Recently bought a new lathe as well.
http://www.bellmachineryltd.com/new_xima_cq6125v.htm