Originally Posted by
Mrs. SewNSew
I took photos prior to taking it apart and when I match the same distance the belt pulley? was originally there is about 1/8 play in the shaft back and forth. The brushes are still in contact with the armature either way, but is that normal? I am not sure if there is a standard tiny amount or whether it all relates more to getting the positioning right for the belt on the machine.
A small about of play is normal like Oldsewnsew said. Make sure that you didn't loose any of the spacers that look like washers that are on the shaft to prevent too much play. As far as your alignment goes, as long as the belt is straight on the pulleys, it is good.
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