I spoke to the son of the owner of this machine about 5 mos ago. It is a good find. He says there is nothing wrong with it. The only comment about belt is that it has never been replaced or service, so he is assuming. I wanted it and still do, but two things, Dawsonville is way north even from my work in Alpharetta. And I have no space. He knows it is a good machine and I dont think he is giving up on finding a home for it.