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I am a fairly new member -- not sure how to start this. I am the owner of a Mark 500 - since 1957. Years ago - after back surgery -- I solved the problem of lifting for drill press - by adding a winch. I attached two 5/8 pillow blocks to the rear motor cover so that a 5/8 rod [axle] ran from front t...

As a toolmaker - I am familiar with the concept. This concept is used to scrape a flat surface - using three flat surfaces , with bluing- and rubbing each against the other two -you keep removing the "high"spots until the entire plate is touching. I appreciate the info you have given --- n...

As I see it -- these look like quality casters. I've had my Mark 5 since 1956 -- bought it at Montgomery Wards -- I've made toys for my kids & grandkids -- many home repairs -- still love the machine. The new casters will be a great help in moving it around. I see some guys worry about using che...