NEW Shopsmith Quick-Index Quill Feed Handle

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charlese wrote:I ordered the three piece set. Just the ticket for me, since I do a lot of SPT connections on the quill side of the PowerPro. In my setup the quill extends through the saw table with the insert removed. The present handle always presents an additional bit of fussing because the handle always gets blocked by the saw table.
You now have the ultimate solution for that problem but could that issue have also been resolved by shortening the quill handle? The long handle provides nothing more than leverage that is really not needed; especially for the drill press.
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I ordered mine yesterday.
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I like it but it needs to work on both sides as I switch mine back and forth depending on the operation. Wasn't clear whether that's possible.
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Great idea

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In my recent pen making project I have been moving the quill often either during drilling the blanks or positioning the pen mandrel. I frequently would find the handle in my way during turning. This quick index handle is the answer. I ordered the "deluxe" version so I have the option on both sides. What a great idea. BTW I ordered last night and it was not on backorder at that time. Sorry for you other guys/gals.
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drl wrote:In my recent pen making project I have been moving the quill often either during drilling the blanks or positioning the pen mandrel. I frequently would find the handle in my way during turning. This quick index handle is the answer. I ordered the "deluxe" version so I have the option on both sides. What a great idea. BTW I ordered last night and it was not on backorder at that time. Sorry for you other guys/gals.
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No need to apologize. If an item that is on back order status comes in from the vendor, previously "ordered/back ordered" items get filled first and "I am told" in the order of purchase and then the new orders get filled (again in the order of purchase).

Now, if you get yours and the others do not, well.......:o
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rickm808 wrote:I like it but it needs to work on both sides as I switch mine back and forth depending on the operation. Wasn't clear whether that's possible.
Sure you can, just buy two. Or switch assemblies from side to side.:eek:

I'll just continue to loosen the handle and move it to the next indent.
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One of the purchase options is the three piece set - one handle and hub adapters for each side of the headstock.

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[quote="dusty"]You now have the ultimate solution for that problem but could that issue have also been resolved by shortening the quill handle? The long handle provides nothing more than leverage that is really not needed]

You're right on again, Dusty. However I need the longer handle for many drilling operations I do. This new solution fit both needs. Really good product for my use(s).

P.S. Last week I drilled 118 1/2" holes (forstner) for windows in small cars. also 100 smaller axle holes.

One of the issues I've always had with the stock handle is it's tendency to loosen - even with a wing nut on the shaft to lock it in. That problem will be solved with the new handle.
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reible wrote:
I was using the bandsaw the other day a day was wishing I had a little remote that would have let me at least turn the machine on and off.
I use a footswitch for the scroll Saw. Maybe that would work for you. I use the momentary switch http://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/cata ... switch.htm
But you may want the Tap On / Tap Off version http://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/cata ... switch.htm
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kablerj wrote:I use a footswitch for the scroll Saw. Maybe that would work for you. I use the momentary switch http://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/catalog/sca_footswitch.htm
But you may want the Tap On / Tap Off version http://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/catalog/dc_footswitch.htm
Should have added that the bandsaw was being powered by the powerpro.... so that sort of on/off will not work.

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