Steve wrote:


In order to power down, I have to tighten the clutch so
the motor shaft is engaged thru the warping drum to the gypsy.

So just "power down" with the clutch "loose" it will slip when it's worn
enough ... try lifting with the clutch loose and it will hasten the
running in process.

I've even considered putting a little grease on the disc surface to
encourage some slippage.

That would be a big mistake.

Rick