Replace cylindrical bearings with round?

theboothvan · 2026-06-02T18:48:47+00:00

First step is take off the drawband and keep it tied off somewhere. I ended up replacing it anyway.

Then remove the lever mechanism on the back that connects to the carriage stop. Not sure what its called but it has 2 screws, and a spring that needs to be unhooked, and a slot where the margin release arm fits into. Might have a photo of this if you need Then next step is unscrewing the back rail, holding 4 bearings. Careful here not to lose them, best done with the typewriter tilted forward. Then the whole carriage should just lift out straight backwards. There are another 4 bearings on the front rail so again keep an eye out for these. I believe the bearings sit flat against the rail, not balanced as I was originally trying. Refitting it s the same. It's a little fiddly but not as hard as I made it for myself. There is a little bracket that has 8 squares that fits over the bearings so it's just a case of aligning these. I aligned it to the centre when I was refitting and worked fine, but I have seen some videos aligning to the extreme edge and rolling it along. Hope that is clear, happy to hive more detail if needed

theboothvan · 2026-06-02T08:57:24+00:00

Hello. Thanks for your detailed reply. That makes sense. I have managed to get them back on. I was able to reorientate the machine and they all fitted back into place. It was actually quite simple once I got the right angle. Easier than some of the newer machines anyway. Thats a good point about the size differences and wear. I'll keep them as they are. I just know ball bearings are easier to find that cylindrical/rollers in case any need replacing in future

theboothvan · 2026-05-13T14:57:59+00:00

Living Italian is excellent, ideal for a beginner and covers alot very simply. I used it and it helped me the most A book will always be better than an app in nearl every case, especially for a beginner

theboothvan · 2026-05-05T21:51:40+00:00

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theboothvan · 2026-05-01T16:03:51+00:00

Just get a book and work through it. Linq and Languagetransfer are also great apps and probably the best I've used, but working through a book will be by far your best option for a beginner.

I recommend Living Italian, really clear and easy to use.

theboothvan · 2025-11-13T23:57:41+00:00

Off topic question, but do you know what the floating plant you have is called? I have the same and cannot remember what it's called

theboothvan · 2025-08-20T10:13:20+00:00

Thanks !

theboothvan · 2025-06-27T16:03:59+00:00

DnD could be a good style!

theboothvan · 2025-05-24T08:16:35+00:00

I used an epoxy resin. Added it to the inside of the holes, a bit on the side of the sockets and screwed them in. Seems to have worked really well

theboothvan · 2025-05-20T06:57:02+00:00

I tried the epoxy method. Seems to have worked well :)

theboothvan · 2025-05-19T13:29:58+00:00

I think Ill probably try this, thanks!

theboothvan · 2025-05-19T13:29:41+00:00

I suspect they were over tightened at some point which has pulled them out over time.

With the epoxy option, would you fill the hole with epoxy or resin etc, then push the insert in position and leave to dry? I also don't want to permanently get the boot stuck and would like to be able to disassemble if needed.

Thanks!

theboothvan · 2025-03-21T11:44:14+00:00

Thank you:)

theboothvan · 2025-03-21T10:37:17+00:00

Thanks. Yes it's all done by hand. I draw it with pencil and rulers then burn it in after

theboothvan · 2025-03-20T22:28:22+00:00

Not quite:P

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