Lower Bellows replacement on Beseler 45m enlarger questions

[Liquid Artist]

I just rescued a Beseler 45m from being hauled to the dump.
For the most part it's in beautiful condition with the exception of the lower bellows.
So I would like to replace it.

The questions that I have are.

Is it easy or straight forward to replace.

Plus is this a bellows I can easily make myself, with no experience. Or should I just spend the $180.00 for the proper replacement part?

[Wayne Aho]

I purchased a used bellows from ebay a couple of years ago, came with the attached metal pieces, which made it real easy to replace. There are 8 screws top and bottom.

Wayne

[Liquid Artist]

Thank you Wayne,
It should be more of a backup soon, so I don't mind taking my time watching for a used bellows.

[HMG]

Thank you Wayne,
It should be more of a backup soon, so I don't mind taking my time watching for a used bellows.

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