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untouchable wrote:I just lucked into a Greenie, my first ShopSmith!

I saw a SS about 10 years and have all ways wanted one, but just couldn't afford it. I picked this up for $200 and it is in much better shape that most that I have seen.

Serial # 36130 To my reckoning that means Jan. of 1960.

Haven't had a chance to use it yet but hope to fire it up this weekend.

Welcome to the forum untouchable. Congrats on your new purchase. Make sure to watch ShopSmiths sawdust sessions that talk about inspection, care, and maintenance. Don't just fire it up without first inspecting it real well.

Here the link that I cut my teeth on a few months ago, provided to me by member JPG.

https://forum.shopsmith.com/viewtopic.php?p=30838&postcount=7

Don't hesitate to ask questions. You'll get great support here on the forum.

Hey guys, my first post on this forum.

I have owned a brownie for a few months now and like it so much that when i found a beaten up old greenie, I had to pick it up. Serial number 296263. I'll take some pics when I get a chance, but the unit is in a poor shape. The motor runs, but the speed control gears (on the level and the little gear) are worn bald. Also both drive belt and gilmer belt are worn and cracking. Plan on putting the tool in good shape soon!

petik wrote:Hey guys, my first post on this forum.

I have owned a brownie for a few months now and like it so much that when i found a beaten up old greenie, I had to pick it up. Serial number 296263. I'll take some pics when I get a chance, but the unit is in a poor shape. The motor runs, but the speed control gears (on the level and the little gear) are worn bald. Also both drive belt and gilmer belt are worn and cracking. Plan on putting the tool in good shape soon!

Hey.....welcome to the forum. Looking forward to seeing your greenie. Make sure to post pics. Love to see it. Not knowing your shopsmith repair background, make sure you follow good repair practices. The forum has a bunch of good "Sawdust Session" videos that walk you through the entire disassembly and inspection procedures. You can find them here:

http://www.shopsmithacademy.com/SS_Archives/SS121/SS121_Shopsmith_Reborn_Pt1.htm
http://www.shopsmithacademy.com/SS_Archives/SS122/SS122_Shopsmith_Reborn_Pt2.htm
http://www.shopsmithacademy.com/SS_Archives/SS123/SS123_Shopsmith_Reborn_Pt3.htm
http://www.shopsmithacademy.com/SS_Archives/SS124/SS1224_Shopsmith_Reborn_Pt4.htm

Watch em in order. And good luck. Post any questions you have. Lots of brains in this forum.

Just inherited SN# 314189. Told by the lady on the phone at SS that it was produced late 1955. That seems to jive with the numbers in you table, Mike, indicating that it was built in Dec 1955.

Now for the restoration...!

I just joined this forum and what a great resource this is. I bought my Greenie (how politically correct can you get in today's world!) in 1977, well used (seized) and dirty. I "rebuilt" it back then with some new parts but didn't use it for many years - long story. I've just dismantled it for another go and I've learned so much in just a couple of hours on this site. Thanks to everyone for their input. My serial number is 286039 which gives it a birthdate of Nov/Dec. 1954 according to the SS info. I'll be checking this site a lot so thanks again and keep 'em coming.

sliver wrote:I just joined this forum and what a great resource this is. I bought my Greenie (how politically correct can you get in today's world!) in 1977, well used (seized) and dirty. I "rebuilt" it back then with some new parts but didn't use it for many years - long story. I've just dismantled it for another go and I've learned so much in just a couple of hours on this site. Thanks to everyone for their input. My serial number is 286039 which gives it a birthdate of Nov/Dec. 1954 according to the SS info. I'll be checking this site a lot so thanks again and keep 'em coming.

Welcome to the forum sliver. Make sure to checkout all the Sawdust sessions, especially the 4 part ShopSmith reborn in sessions 21, 22, 23, 24. on taking care of your Greenie.

Don't forget to add you location to your profile, 'ey

I have registered my Oct 1959 greenie # 357084 although she is only with me temporarily. I picked her up to get the planer and belt sander with which she was equipped and now, repaired, cleaned up and painted ("Deep Green" is the new "Verde Green" for those of us who can't be bothered special ordering) she is on craigslist. She is a fine old girl and I will miss her-assuming someone can get me to part with her.

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shipwright wrote:I have registered my Oct 1959 greenie # 357084 although she is only with me temporarily. I picked her up to get the planer and belt sander with which she was equipped and now, repaired, cleaned up and painted ("Deep Green" is the new "Verde Green" for those of us who can't be bothered special ordering) she is on craigslist. She is a fine old girl and I will miss her-assuming someone can get me to part with her.

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She wonders what she did that was so wrong.

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