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The diffs between the 500,510, and the 520. Is basically the table sizes . They all have the same base unit and headstock.

The new Power Pro ugrade can be done several ways. You can obtain a DIY kit, or send your headstock case in and have SS do the upgrade or just buy the plug and play headstock ...

If the 'red dial' has nothing but 'shopsmith' on it, It is probably a model 10 (E or ER). A closer look should reveal small lettering around the circumference and a stamped serial number at the bottom. That medallion will be 'riveted' to a CAST IRON headstock. The quill advance lever(s) will have a ...

mcclellanmadeblades:

Welcome to the group. Without a serial number it will be hard to date your unit accurately but we can get close. However, you will have to endure some interrogation and do some reading. Start here and report back what you learn. Browse the following for clues - starting with ...

michaeltoc wrote:Gray/smooth or Gray/rough texture?

On the left side of the headstock (with the 2 spindles) there should be a metal shield around the lower spindle. The serial number is stamped on that.

I will pass this on to the guy that has it and see if it's there, THANKS!!!! Rex

Newby here, I recently found a Shopsmith, and I fell like it might be a good deal, especially with the space saving amenities and the ability to buy more attachments that will make my wood working more enjoyable. The particular Shopsmith I found, the owner says there are NO identifying marks or ...