Drill Press Repair Question

[Buggzilla]

Newbie to the forum here.
I've got a Delta 12-inch (model 11-990) bench top drill press that I've had/used for years.
Recently, the spindle bent and I'd like to replace it.
The process of repairing it is pretty straightforward, but the problem is I cannot find a replacement spindle anywhere.
Do any of you good folks have recommendations where to find the darn thing?
I've tried Delta's website plus searching for the part via google (p/n: 1343776).
Really don't want to have to buy a brand new drill press simply because I can't find the replacement part.
Help!

 

[matt_i]

Straighten you can, with lathe or C-clamps and V-blocks.

 

[RTM]

I doubt you Will find new parts for it. I suspect used or buying a donor are your only choices.

Straightening it may work, beyond my skill set,

 

[engineer2]

It's unusual to bend a spindle unless it fell over. Could it just be a bad chuck?

 

[Buggzilla]

It's unusual to bend a spindle unless it fell over. Could it just be a bad chuck?

No, it's definitely the spindle. And I was surprised to learn it's actually fairly common; there are entire YouTube videos that exist about replacing bent spindle shafts on these lighter-duty drill presses.

 

[Robby321]

Take it to a Machine Shop and they can straight it easy...

 

[The Cobbler]

Keith Fenner has some youtube videos showing how to straighten shafts

 

[My Old Tools]

here you go...
https://www.renovoparts.com/1343776r-spindle-for-delta-11-990-drill-press/

Actually it says coming soon, but you might give them a call

 

[RTM]

here you go...
https://www.renovoparts.com/1343776r-spindle-for-delta-11-990-drill-press/

"We do not have the Spindle for Model 11-990 Delta Drill Press available as of yet, although it is something we are working on. NO RELEASE DATE KNOWN YET. Check back at a later later date."

Damn: I never thought people would go down that path. Enough people asking I guess.

Great link!