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New owner/new member

Posted: Sun Jul 30, 2017 12:23 pm
by BigRed
Hi everyone,

I am pretty excited, I just picked up a ShopSmith MkV at a garage sale yesterday for $100. It seems most things are there and everything works albeit a bit dusty.

I have been thinking of getting into woodworking for a while and this was a nice little nudge. Based on the serial number I think my machine is from the early 70's.

I was wondering if there is a part of the forum for buying/selling parts? I think there are a few bits missing for the lathe and I would like to source them.

I don't imagine I will be using the saw much as I have a nice Bosch that I use, though the drill, lathe, sander and ability to expand further are very interesting to me!

I look forward to chatting with you guys!

Ashton

Re: New owner/new member

Posted: Sun Jul 30, 2017 1:11 pm
by rpd
Welcome aboard.

Our host does not allow buying and selling on this forum.

You can get new parts from Shopsmith.

Used parts are available on Ebay, and there is a Facebook group "Shopsmith Fans Buy, Sell, and Wanted" here is the link.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/298235127282459/

Re: New owner/new member

Posted: Sun Jul 30, 2017 2:07 pm
by JPG
Welcome!

No trading post, but we do talk about stuff available elsewhere.

First order is to lubricate as well as clean up.

PTWFE!!!!!!

Re: New owner/new member

Posted: Sun Jul 30, 2017 4:01 pm
by BigRed
Thanks guys, I will check that facebook page out.

Re: New owner/new member

Posted: Sun Jul 30, 2017 4:52 pm
by jsburger
Welcome aboard! You will find a wealth of information and some of the most knowledgeable people on the Shopsmith anywhere. Don't be afraid to ask questions.