I had considered skimming the roller, and if it was my
machine I would,
however, as the machine is going elsewhere, I'm opting for replacement (I
don't like my repairs coming back after a couple of months.........)
Sure, as you have the right spare part, fit it. Saves a lot of problems.
I would still have a go at skimming the old roller. It would be
intereting to see what happens, and if the repair 'holds' (does it
continue to swell, or what). Somebody might need to do this repair in the
future and not have a suitable repalcement part.
-tony