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by runamuk13
Wed Feb 02, 2022 4:58 pm
Forum: General Woodworking
Topic: Today in the shop "5"" disks.
Replies: 4
Views: 1018

Re: Today in the shop "5"" disks.

Nice!
Tell us more about the container. What is it? Where'd you get it? etc
by runamuk13
Fri Jan 21, 2022 5:56 pm
Forum: Maintenance and Repair
Topic: BS table leveling plate.
Replies: 18
Views: 5791

BS table leveling plate.

Let's talk about why the smart people at Shopsmith decided to use a allen-head bolt on the bottom of the bandsaw table that is a different size than every other allen head screw on the entire machine. What the heck were they thinking?!?!

Why didn't they simply use a 5/32" allen-head bolt?
by runamuk13
Wed Jan 19, 2022 8:55 pm
Forum: General Woodworking
Topic: Where Purchase Lathe Gouge Blades, w/o Handles?
Replies: 9
Views: 2394

Where Purchase Lathe Gouge Blades, w/o Handles?

Where can I purchase just the lathe gouge blades without handles?

I can make my own handles. That's pretty easy and fun.
by runamuk13
Wed Jan 19, 2022 4:42 pm
Forum: Community
Topic: Question: Upgrade On/Off Switch from Toggle to newer Safety Switch
Replies: 3
Views: 1086

Question: Upgrade On/Off Switch from Toggle to newer Safety Switch

I recently upgraded to the PowerPro. In the upgrade kit, they included both the old style toggle switch and a newer style safety switch. Since my machine is the older version, I installed the provided toggle switch. But, I got to looking at the newer safety switch and the case, and I think my older ...
by runamuk13
Wed Jan 19, 2022 4:29 pm
Forum: Community
Topic: PowerPro - I wish I could disable "Confirm" Button
Replies: 12
Views: 2034

PowerPro - I wish I could disable "Confirm" Button

Is there a little-known, magic sequence of button pushes that disables the requirement of the CONFIRM button? I've recently upgraded to the PowerPro and there is a lot I like about the new motor. The thing I dislike the most is the Confirm button. I understand why Shopsmith included it. I understand...
by runamuk13
Fri Mar 15, 2019 11:42 am
Forum: Maintenance and Repair
Topic: Is the 520 Pro Fence and Table System Upgrade worth it?
Replies: 66
Views: 110458

Re: Is the 520 Pro Fence and Table System Upgrade worth it?

As the originator of this thread, I truly appreciate everyone's input. I have learned a lot. It's a time in this country where nothing is unanimous, but, thanks to all you guys, I received a definitive and unanimous answer - the 520 fence upgrade is worth it. Ok, I'll save up my lunch money and watc...
by runamuk13
Sat Mar 09, 2019 11:02 am
Forum: Maintenance and Repair
Topic: Is the 520 Pro Fence and Table System Upgrade worth it?
Replies: 66
Views: 110458

Is the 520 Pro Fence and Table System Upgrade worth it?

I currently have the 510 table and fence. The 520 Pro Fence and Table System Upgrade does not replace the table. It just replaces the round pipe rails with extruded rails, the fence, and a few other parts and pieces. Link to Upgrade webpage - https://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/catalog/510toprofence...
by runamuk13
Fri Dec 18, 2015 9:46 pm
Forum: Maintenance and Repair
Topic: 510 Table Height Adjustment not holding securely
Replies: 7
Views: 2054

510 Table Height Adjustment not holding securely

How do I fix this?
I have to tighten the table height crank/handle as tight as I can and it still doesn't securely hold the table. I can put downward pressure on the table and it will creep lower.

Any ideas how to make it hold more securely?