New Shop Smith is on its way!

RichardQualls · Post by **RichardQualls** » Fri Jul 05, 2013 9:34 pm

Hi all, I just bought my first Shop Smith. I am new to this type of woodworking ( I have some basic experience with carving and a miter saw, etc but haven't had any experience with table saws, lathes, etc since wood shop in my Freshman year of high school in 1986.

I have a new baby boy that is supposed to be born next week and I want to learn what I can and share with him. This machine will be his when he grows up.

I am excited to begin projects but I have to wait the four to six weeks for it to ship.

I look forward to picking all of your brains when I have the chance.

pieceseeker · Post by **pieceseeker** » Fri Jul 05, 2013 9:42 pm

Welcome to the club! Am jealous of your Mark 7 purchase.

In the meantime, pick away!

reddog5362 · Post by **reddog5362** » Fri Jul 05, 2013 11:07 pm

Congrats on the new machine! I'm envious

JPG · Post by **JPG** » Sat Jul 06, 2013 12:10 am

Welcome to the zoo!

Be not hesitant regarding questions. Most of us have been confused at times(some would say some of us 'still are'!:D).

benush26 · Post by **benush26** » Sat Jul 06, 2013 12:20 am

Congratulations!

I ordered my new M7 at the demo on June 21st and FedEx delivered it this morning. Hope yours comes as quickly as mine.

Ben

curiousgeorge · Post by **curiousgeorge** » Sat Jul 06, 2013 12:36 am

Congrats to you both and welcome the the SS family. Play safe and have fun.

RichardQualls · Post by **RichardQualls** » Sat Jul 06, 2013 7:22 am

Thanks everyone for the warm welcome.

Benush26, how bad was taking it off the truck? Is it enough to have two (relatively strong, not so young) guys to take it off the truck or should I request a liftgate while I still have the chance?

I will post pictures once I have everything all set up!

SDSSmith · Post by **SDSSmith** » Sat Jul 06, 2013 7:24 am

Welcome and congratulations on both wonderful additions to your family!

joedw00 · Post by **joedw00** » Sat Jul 06, 2013 10:50 am

ElaborateBobcat wrote:Hi all, I just bought my first Shop Smith. I am new to this type of woodworking ( I have some basic experience with carving and a miter saw, etc but haven't had any experience with table saws, lathes, etc since wood shop in my Freshman year of high school in 1986.

I have a new baby boy that is supposed to be born next week and I want to learn what I can and share with him. This machine will be his when he grows up.

I am excited to begin projects but I have to wait the four to six weeks for it to ship.

I look forward to picking all of your brains when I have the chance.

Welcome to the Forum and Congratulations on both new arrivals.

curiousgeorge · Post by **curiousgeorge** » Sat Jul 06, 2013 1:05 pm

ElaborateBobcat wrote:Thanks everyone for the warm welcome.

Benush26, how bad was taking it off the truck? Is it enough to have two (relatively strong, not so young) guys to take it off the truck or should I request a liftgate while I still have the chance?

I will post pictures once I have everything all set up!

I would suggest getting the lift gate. It would be difficult for even two strong men without it. The driver that delivered mine was kind enough to help, even tho they are only required to bring it to the back of the truck, when he delivered mine and it was still a struggle with the lift. A strong two wheel dolly is also a good idea for getting it to where ever you need it. He was kind enough to let me use his, but you never know.