Setting Up Shop

[robertemery]

I am trying to find a resource to help me finalize the setup of my shop and a Mark V Shopsmith Unit: Mark V Model: 555510 Ser:111690; Volts: 115; AMPS 13 HZ 60. I live in Hume, VA 22639 near Warrenton. I have sent several private posts without response. I have a belt sander, strip sander, bandsaw and planner/joiner and believe I have all the required bits and pieces to put the entire ensemble in working order - I only lack the mechanical acumen. I'm certainly content to compensate whomever has the talent and willingness to help me out. My cell phone is 703 867-2109; email roberthemery@gmail.com.

[dusty]

Since I am clear across the country from you, face to face assistance is out of the question. However, I would bet that if you was a bit more specific about your needs that members of this forum can be of assistance even without direct contact.

I would also ask - Do you have all of the appropriate documentation (the manuals)?

Welcome to the forum. Please do give us a chance.

Pictures help.

[chapmanruss]

Welcome to the Forum

As Dusty asked

Do you have all of the appropriate documentation (the manuals)?

The Instruction/Owners Manuals for all the tools, the Mark V Self Study Guide and the book Power Tool Woodworking for Everyone will help you understand the setup, operation and maintenance of the Mark V and your related Special Purpose Tools (SPTs) like the Band Saw, Belt Sander, etc.

Setting up your shop will depend on preferences, tools you have and want to add but most importantly the space you have to work in. It can be as simple as a garage in which you move the tools out to use and store along the wall when not in use to a dedicated shop where tools have a space for their use.

I am in Oregon so like Dusty I can help by answering questions here on the Forum. You will find members here with a wealth of knowledge willing to share their experience with you. All you have to do is ask. Remember that picture can help a great deal in explaining what information you are seeking.

[br549]

I have sent several private posts without response.

Unfortunately, not everyone sets up their user profile to be notified by email when they have a private message. So, unless they log on and notice they have new private messages, they may never know that you have tried to contact them. Private messages that you send will stay in your Outbox until the recipient reads them.

[RFGuy]

Based on your post today and what you posted back in 2012 (https://www.shopsmith.com/ss_forum/view ... 51#p115551), it looks like you have purchased a used Shopsmith and accessories. As Russ and Dusty pointed out, the Shopsmith manuals are a great resource. For more information, Nick Engler's videos are excellent (see link below). Feel free to ask specific questions on this forum and you should get answers as well. I can't really offer any suggestions for someone local that can help you check out and test the equipment that you purchased. If you power on the Mark V, does it turn on? If the headstock (power unit, i.e. motor) doesn't run or needs repairs, there are repair services out there. One of them is Jacob's repair which is 3-4 hours from you. If this is too far to drive, you can always ship the headstock to him.

From your post, it sounds like you are new to Shopsmith which may seem overwhelming at first (your confidence will grow with time and perseverance). There is a large source of documentation available on the Shopsmith Mark V. I would not hesitate to jump in and start to learn it and use it. Just let us know what came with your purchase and members here will try to help.

https://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/cat ... _index.htm

Another option could be checking out any local woodworking clubs in your area to try to find someone who uses a Shopsmith. The closest one that I could find it probably 1.5 hours away, but there might be a closer one. See link below for the one I found.

https://www.washingtonwoodworkersguild.org/

[rechilcot]

If there is a specific question or problem, I could lend a hand. I am somewhat close to Hume. I am in Woodbridge, VA. Given your amps listed, you are pushing the limit load with any power tool especially if you are thinking about dust collection. While one could use the Shopsmith on that, I would advise a 20 amp circuit is better suited for a workshop. I have 60 amps in my shop and would like to have 100.

[robertemery]

Thanks to everyone who has responded to my initial 2019 post. I do have the manuals for the Shopsmith equipment I have and my son in law, a very accomplished mechanic/manager with Aston Martin did an initial review of the material and provided a list of required spares which I have before returning to Singapore. He said the unit(s) all appeared to be in quite good condition. I have also reviewed several good Shopsmith instruction videos and innumerable YouTube clips.

With a new house barren of any landscaping, a new farm and ongoing make-a-living work, concentrating on the shop and putting it in order as a DIY project just can't move to the priority list until winter sets in and the grass stops growing. Hence the search for a nearby resource to shorten the learning/setup curve.

My shop does have several dedicated 20 amp circuits and a dedicated panel should I need to address new electrical circuits.

[RFGuy]

As an fyi, Shopsmith just put the DVD's on sale for the next few days. You can see the sale at the link below:

http://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/specials/7DV325