Fobco star

[sllca]

Hi guys
Just bought a Fobco Star pillar drill off marketplace for £20 I can't believe the weight of it. I have watched a YouTube video on how you change the speed on them , the motor is already forward as it can go, and I am struggling to get the belt off to change speeds. For you all to know I have never owned a pillar drill before and in need of help. Thank you all..... steve

 

[Phil Pascoe]

It probably needs a slightly longer belt.

 

[Fitzroy]

Great bargain, well done! Likely a longer belt needed. I can measure mine later and see what length it is. Remind me this evening if you don't see a post on this.

 

[Fitzroy]

914mm internal belt length leaves about 15mm when the belt is tight.

 

[dickm]

Hi guys
Just bought a Fobco Star pillar drill off marketplace for £20 I can't believe the weight of it.

Heck. And I thought mine was a bargain for £25, some 30 years ago!

 

[Sandyn]

What a bargain!!!! well done

 

[sllca]

914mm internal belt length leaves about 15mm when the belt is tight.

Thank you so much Fitzroy for taking the time to check and send photos. Very much appreciated. Thanks steve

 

[sllca]

 

[sllca]

Just needs a good bit of tlc. Do I need to grease the nipple at the front and if so could you tell me what gun and grease I need please. Thank you everyone

 

[Recky33]

Wow, £20 that's a real bargain that will last you your life time, They feel special from the first time you turn them on, enjoy it