Plan for headstock cradle

[davemcghee]

Gonna give this one a bump because I know there are a few folks out there that could use a copy of plans for this one. Anyone out there have a plan drawn up that could help build the cradle that Nick uses in the Sawdust sessions video?

[jsburger]

I'm sure someone will post it soon. In the meantime, have you thought about getting another base to make your extra headstock into a power station / mini ?

You must be careful thinking this... Several years ago an internet friend (in Ohio) from an antique tractor group that knew I loved my ShopSmith decided to treat himself to a brand new complete headstock when his stopped. He kindly offered to give me his old one if I came after it. My wife and I made arrangements to go get it and in the process contacted another Ohio friend about a visit too. We all met at a restaurant in the friends town and then we all had a very nice visit while loading the headstock (and some other items he gave me). All in all a great day.
How is that dangerous? Because as I got to thinking of ways to use that extra headstock a monster was born... 25 additional Shopsmiths later, acquired from all around east of the Mississippi (OK, One from the east edge of Missouri ) I have my own used parts warehouse.


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[jsburger]

I KNOW I have seen a plan for a wooden cradle for the Shopsmith headstock but I cannot find it anywhere. Somebody please point me to it? I have a PowerPro on the way and want a secure storage cradle for my old unit.

Just block up the headstock on a piece of plywood to clear the shafts and trace the outline of the motor pan. That is the only profile that is important. No need to take anything apart. After that it is simple to make.

[charlese]

I KNOW I have seen a plan for a wooden cradle for the Shopsmith headstock but I cannot find it anywhere. Somebody please point me to it? I have a PowerPro on the way and want a secure storage cradle for my old unit.

You can easily make your own plan. Simply use some scissors and cut out a template from paper or poster board. When it fits the bottom of the headstock, use a pencil and copy this to the wood in the box you are about to build.

Even easier - Take off the motor cover and trace the open side of it onto the wood box

[everettdavis]

You might consider lining the facing of the cutout with a strip of felt to protect the finish.