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Ok this is my first post and I want to get some idea what you think this setup is worth it was my fathers who passed away. I don't know much about these but I know a bearing went bad on the shaft where the belt pulley goes and he was in the process of ordering new bearings.

I don't know the year but I thought I remember him telling me it's from the 60's. The motor does work it was two bearings that needed replacement.

Any info would help, like model, year and what forum to list for sale on. I know I can't sell here but need an idea before I can list on craigslist etc... Thankyou

It is what is called a Brownie, color of course. It doesn't matter what the value is. It is yours and has its own value from being passed down. I have good news for you, first it can all be fixed and second this is the place to learn and ask all the question you can think of to get answers from experts and very experienced user. Glad to hear you want to put it back in working order. Where are you located, maybe we have someone near by that can help ? Welcome to the forum and the shopsmith family ! I'm hoping once you get it fixed you want to keep it.

It is also referred to as a 'Goldie'. A matter of perception of the non-copper tone parts color. Originally it is more brown than gold.

Also you have a basket case for sure. Hopefully all the pieces are there. If not most are still available either by the current manufacturer or as used on e-bay etc.

Finally it is a 'Gilmer' belt version which places it at late 50's or early 60's and was likely manufactured by Yuba Power Products. Inc.. That can be verified by examining the shiny vent plate on the left end of the headstock. It is shown in your first pix.

As for value, you will have extremely limited interest in it as is(guts in a bucket). Also these older machines despite their true value(a matter of opinion) typically do not bring much even when 'working'.

I do not know your 'mechanical aptitude', but these are relatively simple machines to work on. Us folks here are more than willing to help you through that process. However more than likely you will need to obtain some tools for the task. A bearing puller for the motor comes to mind!;)

As for CL $, your location will dictate that. Let us know where you are(that can be specified in the 'User CP'). A look at CL around you may give an indication, but many are grossly over priced and stay there a loooong time.

IMHO if you have any inclination to use it yourself fix it up and keep it and use it!!!

P.S. Difficult to tell from the motor pix, but I believe it is a 1 1/8 hp motor.

OK thanks for the info I will take a good look at all the parts. I have no interest in keeping the shopsmith I have all his other shop tools, table saws, chop saw, planner etc.. that I already use on remodel of my house.

I looked on ebay I see many parting out so that is an option. I could sell the wheels, all the attachments, motor and scrap the rest.

Leo

BTW I'm in New Fairfield CT

Leo

bbc402 wrote:BTW I'm in New Fairfield CT

Leo

Good Boy! That now appears on all your posts including the original one.

In any event, do not scrap anything. There are folks here that would at the least pay for postage/handling to save them. You would still need to replace the motor bearings to sell it for a decent $. Even simple things like nuts and screws are desirable for weirdo's like me who bring these things back to life.