[Syrupmakers] Babbitt bearings

[Gail Lee]

I acquired a Chattanooga Plow mill.  Have taken apart for inspection and 
all looks good except for cleaning.  Babbitt bearings are not worn and 
look good.  All bearings are the lead type except for one which is 
brass.  I have had trouble finding someone to change to brass.  I have 
seen other mills that have the lead Babbitt bearings.  Health wise,  is 
this safe to use?      Thanks for any advice.  Ferrell Lee/Central Georgia