Need advice on rebuilding drill press

Hi

I bought this Rexon drill press at a reasonable price but it needs
some serious work - I think it may well be the most abused drill
press in the whole world !! ( but its a stout one so it is worth my
while to rebuild it) Considering the shocking state of the table and
handle section I cant understand how they did not break the elevating
rack !!

The table is full of holes - what can be done ?
http://www.flickr.com/photos/nashtm/2536205405
Also the table spigot is fast on the arm - don't think it was ever
moved - how can I get it loose ?

Can you please offer some advice on how to repair the hole through the
pinion shaft - it is very worn at the one end
http://www.flickr.com/photos/nashtm/2536205609/


thanks
Tim Nash
South Africa


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