Shopsmith Forums

I think it's a good idea, but I would like to see it for less than 25-30 dollars. I know there is alot of work involved, and I do recognize that it's worth that much - but that cost would be hard for me to justify. Could it be done for less cost to the user by simply posting the content in a downloa...

Thanks Bill. I replaced both the Gilmer and the drive belts before you posted here, so I couldn't make use of your advice, but I will keep it for the next go-around - much apprciated, thanks! All seems to be running well; I had my first experience with the lathe yesterday and must say it is FUN! Wha...

I am hoping to find the vintage spray finisher with compressor and the vintage flexible shaft unit for my 1960 Mark V. I realize that these are pretty scarce, but I figured this would be the place to ask. Has anyone ever seen these on ebay? Thanks, Alec

Ouagawood - I started on the way tubes with WD 40 and a bunch of green Scotchbrite pads. Lots of elbow grease and paper shop rags! I then moved to medium and then fine steel wool. It took a while, but worked well. The lower support tubes were originally painted silver. I did the same routine with th...

Thanks fellas - the paints were all Rustoleum both the hammered finish in gold and copper and a silver that was designed for outdoor use for the lower tubes - The silver went on very thin, took many coats, and a full can for the two tubes. Thanks again! Alec

Doc - Thanks alot - I have the hubs but they are sitting on the bench - I had no idea that they served a purpose beyond the obvious. I'll get them shined up and installed, pronto. Thanks again! Alec

Thanks alot fellows. It really speaks volumes about the simple and efficient design of the Shopsmith that I was able to tear the whole thing down and put it all back together. I am not the worlds most mechanically inclined person, but the Shopsmith really is simple to work on. It reminds me of a For...

Thanks - I do intend to replace the cord, but my local hardware only had orange and I want a black one. The present one is plenty heavy though, 12 gauge I belive. It is grounded. Thanks again, Alec

I thought some of you guys might like to see some pictures of the Goldie I'm restoring.. It has been a blast! http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j209/flytackle/myss.jpg Before http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j209/flytackle/SSS.jpg After http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j209/flytackle/myss3.jpg Bef...

Thanks to all! It appears I am indeed lacking the bushing. I'll try to come up with something.. Thanks again, Alec