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Mark VII in a Special Purpose Tool bundle - sell it or part it out?

cjreche

Hi all, I just got a Mark VII in a Special Purpose Tool bundle - the guy wanted the whole package gone. It runs, has the dust collector and seems to be in reasonable shape except for the rack track is broken in a spot or two and the power button is missing - been replaced with a block of wood.

So, I'm questioning if I should - sell it or part it out?

I also got a SawSmith that supposedly runs - looks to be in reasonable shape. Thoughts?

Cory

chapmanruss

For the Mark VII not having the On-Off Switch and Key Lock could be a problem. Not an easy item to find and would have to come from another Mark VII Headstock being parted out. I have seen 3D Printed replacement Racks made and for sale along with the Speed Control Cam which was also a problem with the Mark VII.

As for the Sawsmith there was the Radial Arm Saw and a later Table Saw. You didn't say which one you have. Both have been out of production for a long time so finding any needed parts would have to be from the used market.

Although I know some about both the Mark VII and the Sawsmiths I have not owned any of them so I may not be able to answer all the questions you may have about them.

JPG

The power switch is not a show stopper, but a work around is somewhat problematic. The rack track is common(belt slap wear?) and as mentioned 3d printed replacements are available(minimal modification required). IIWM, I would use it. The Dust Collector works? Thee be fortunate.

Where thee located?

chapmanruss

Cory,

JPG is a good resource on the Mark VII and has been a mentor to me on the subject.

GetterDone

Cory

I have a Mark VII 1960's version.

I would like to have another one.

I am interested if we are not Miles away.

I am in Middle Tn.