Hi all....I have a pinsetter that knocks over pins at times when setting new pins. The moving deck shifts very abruptly right around 270 degrees. Instead of a smooth movement, the deck jerks and at times this knocks pins over. I feel like this problem is due to a worn 1:1 shaft. Watching the shaft as the pinsetter goes thru and past 270 degrees, the shaft shifts as if there is wear on the inner teeth/cogs/splines. All the cams on this shaft will momentarily hesitate at this point and then when they shift hard, it makes the deck shift hard as well. This slight movement on this shaft has been present for the 3.5 years Ive been here...but hasnt been a problem whatsoever. Now though, it would seem that the movement or wear is getting worse, worse enough to affect pinsetting.
What Im thinking is that this shaft needs replacing. Anyone else have any ideas? Ive inspected cables and pullies related to the moving deck, checked the moving deck for binding, and oiled, greased, and spit on all parts. If it's a shaft replacement, then have there been any posts on the procedure? I've never done this and would appreciate someones 'tricks of the trade'.
Thanks in advance........rob
What Im thinking is that this shaft needs replacing. Anyone else have any ideas? Ive inspected cables and pullies related to the moving deck, checked the moving deck for binding, and oiled, greased, and spit on all parts. If it's a shaft replacement, then have there been any posts on the procedure? I've never done this and would appreciate someones 'tricks of the trade'.
Thanks in advance........rob
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