TwinRocks Posted May 30, 2015 Report Share Posted May 30, 2015 I couldn't find anything via search so here it goes! What kind of maintenance should I be doing for my wheel? How often should I get into it and lubricate? It is a Shimpo, the front says 21 century metal traction drive wheel. It had been cleaned and tuned up (bought used at retail) but I have no knowledge of its on going needs, beyond that machinery can't withstand friction without maintence: so clearly, I need to know! I am aware I could call up my clay supplier and ask, however I just don't want to be the obnoxiously needy customer if I can find what I need on my own! 😊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bciskepottery Posted May 30, 2015 Report Share Posted May 30, 2015 Here is a link to Shimpo wheel manuals. Find the one for your wheel and check it out. http://www.shimpoceramics.com/support.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwinRocks Posted June 12, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 That helps! Actually, it even shows how to remedy the reverse spin that happens when the pedal is in the stop position which is great! It says to lubricate are a few years if needed?! That seems off to me. Anyone have further input, how often do you do it (or have you never lubricated your equipment)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldlady Posted June 12, 2015 Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 the sentence is off, so it is hard to answer. no lube here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
claygram Posted June 14, 2015 Report Share Posted June 14, 2015 I have had my Shimpo rk1 since 1985 and have never done anything in the way of maintenance--never any problems. ginny coburn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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