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You might consider a clear finish. Something to protect the wood. It doesn't take much to leave smudges or stains on bare wood like that. Maybe a semi-gloss poly, shellac, or even a good coat of wax.

A couple of things to remember: the 510 table will not fit in the 500 carriage, so you will need the 510 carriage as well. Also, there is an aluminum gauge for setting the 520 rails, which is handy to have.

Scraping sound? Check that the fan sheave isn't rubbing on the motor.

A picture would help. See the Community forum, the second topic discusses how to post a picture. Do pay attention to the maximum size.

I have it, and I say "Go for it".
Ron

There are known problems with the set screw in the motor pulley loosening, and allowing the pulley to slip on the motor shaft. If this is your situation, consider using some Loctite on the set screw before tightening it.
Ron

I would suspect that they are shipped unassembled, so 4 eccentric tubes and the hardware pack would constitute a 4 pack.

A thought about table height (mentioned in the download) https://christopherschwarz.substack.com/p/the-tyranny-of-tables Excerpt: Almost every modern dining is 30" (760mm) tall. And almost every modern chair has a seat that is 18" (457mm) off the floor. That 12" of difference allows ...

I think the 505 came out later. I bought my 510 new in 1987, and I don't recall anything about a 505 until several years later.
Ron

Help Kit Part # 515325
Ron