Not yet redtails but thanks for asking.I will change the spindle and bearings very soon ,it can do no harm,what i did notice when i looked again was the grubscrews in the bottom pully were loose so i have replaced those and the slipping seems to have stopped.Thanks to all of you who have taken the time to reply it has helped me out alot in knowing what to look out for in the future and i warn you all ,it wont be the last time i will be asking for your advice lol.Changing the subject does anyone turn fir tree wood,i found two lovely pieces but i have heard some people say its not good for turning,any thoughts ? thank you Les