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For several months I have been looking for a a decent 10ER. Today I drove 90 miles away to look at one that the pictures looked decent although the price was way to high and the gentleman looked into my claims and called me back saying I was correct. I paid forty dollars for it complete with a scroll saw and some parts for a newer Mark V model that I will have to research. The motor is shot so will be replaced. I intend to clean and lubricate everything. Once finished I desire mounting it on a wall as a dedicated drill press. Pictures will follow later. Jim

Jim, you "might" want to re-think that. While the ER is an AWESOME drill-press, it is an even better lathe. (Especially, when compared to the Mkv/5.) All that cast iron is the difference.

Yes, what you need is 2 ERs.

steve

The pics man.............................

fjimp wrote:For several months I have been looking for a a decent 10ER. Today I drove 90 miles away to look at one that the pictures looked decent although the price was way to high and the gentleman looked into my claims and called me back saying I was correct. I paid forty dollars for it complete with a scroll saw and some parts for a newer Mark V model that I will have to research. The motor is shot so will be replaced. I intend to clean and lubricate everything. Once finished I desire mounting it on a wall as a dedicated drill press. Pictures will follow later. Jim

I find myself using my vertical 10ER as much for drum sanding as I do for drilling. It really helps to have the speed changer option if you can pick one up on the cheep. I haven't figured out how to tighten the belt after changing pulleys unless gravity is available to pull the motor down. The PowerPro is my choice for lathe work even though it dances all over the floor

fredsheldon wrote:I find myself using my vertical 10ER as much for drum sanding as I do for drilling. It really helps to have the speed changer option if you can pick one up on the cheep. I haven't figured out how to tighten the belt after changing pulleys unless gravity is available to pull the motor down. The PowerPro is my choice for lathe work even though it dances all over the floor

I too use my dedicated "drill press" 10ER for drum sanding frequently. Although, I only recently got a real drum sanding attachment (I had previously been wrapping a piece of sandpaper around a drill bit). I also use it with a wire brush attachment probably as much as I do to drill.

Any time you change the pulleys on the 10ER, you should adjust the height (distance to headstock) of the motor to tighten or loosen the belts as needed. That's true with and without the speed changer. It can be a pain, but will give better results.

For speed changer specifics, refer to this page: http://www.mkctools.com/speed%20changer%20setup.htm

I generally use a Jet lathe for turning. It is super quiet and does not have the vibration issues of the Mark V. If ever I desire turning something large I will use my power pro. Jim

I stand corrected.

BUT, $40 for a pretty dang good drill-press?

SCORE!!

(Do me a favor, if you feel the urge to cut the way tubes, get a MkV set to cut up.)

steve

fjimp wrote:For several months I have been looking for a a decent 10ER. Today I drove 90 miles away to look at one that the pictures looked decent although the price was way to high and the gentleman looked into my claims and called me back saying I was correct. I paid forty dollars for it complete with a scroll saw and some parts for a newer Mark V model that I will have to research. The motor is shot so will be replaced. I intend to clean and lubricate everything. Once finished I desire mounting it on a wall as a dedicated drill press. Pictures will follow later. Jim

Glad you found one at a decent price. Before I bought my first Mark V, I was looking for a 10ER, but around here in Texas everyone wants $200 or more and mist of them or in pretty poor condition like they have been sitting in the rain and the Texas sun. Good luck on your restore, will keep checking in to see your progress.

Todd

fjimp wrote:I paid forty dollars for it complete with a scroll saw and some parts for a newer Mark V model that I will have to research.

By "scroll saw" do you mean the A-34 jigsaw?



I assume that is what you mean, but then the "parts for a newer Mark V" make me wonder...

fjimp wrote:The motor is shot so will be replaced.

Are you certain the motor is shot to the point of needing replacement? I'm no expert, but I recall stories where people thought their motor was shot, but was brought back to life. Maybe it just needs a new capacitor? Or a wire is loose inside? Or bearings are froze up?

heathicus wrote:By "scroll saw" do you mean the A-34 jigsaw?



I assume that is what you mean, but then the "parts for a newer Mark V" make me wonder...



Are you certain the motor is shot to the point of needing replacement? I'm no expert, but I recall stories where people thought their motor was shot, but was brought back to life. Maybe it just needs a new capacitor? Or a wire is loose inside? Or bearings are froze up?

Indeed! Check out MickyD's 10ER restore!!!! I did not have the faith he had at first!