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After much reading I have decided to get a shopsmith. I have purchased a 10yr old Model 510 + some extras. I am driving out of town to picking it up this week from a 75yo gent who is retiring. I am new to wood working and have never even seen a shopsmith in the buff. Any suggestions to the new kid on the block.

Hi,

If the "gent" is willing to spend sometime with you he could cover a lot of the basics and some of the no no's etc. While you might not remember it all at least you will have been introduced to it.

If you are willing to add your town/city/state to your profile there may be a member or two who might not mind showing you a few of the basics....

Since you have been checking the forum out I guess you know about the books and videos and vast amounts of opinions we have, and the fact we don't mind sharing them.

Welcome to the forum and welcome to shopsmith ownership!

Ed

Thanks for the suggestions, just added home town to my profile.

getafoya,

What Ed has advised you is a good thing. Just two things: 1) If the seller DOES take the time to show you some "ins and outs", he will demonstrate that it indeed works. 2) If you ask, it gives the seller the opportunity to show you how to lubricate and adjust it. Make sure to show your appreciation as he goes through the steps.

If the seller is knot willing to demo the unit, that may OR MAY KNOT indicate that there is a problem A 10 year old unit is knot old. Even if it turns out to have a problem, it should be repairable. You may want to plug it in and see if the motor at least turns, and after it is turning, you may want to try out the speed changer. You may also want to see if the quill extends and retracts easily. Again, even if these tests indicate a problem, it should be repairable.

Hi, getafoya! Both Ed and Tim have given you very good advice. Best wishes on your new purchase!

I love your profession! I'm that way myself! I love your town, we've passed through it many times. Some day well hole up there for a bit. Although I feel a bit sorry for the 75 yr old that's retiring from woodworking, I would like to alsowelcome you to our forum and look forward to reading more from you in the future.

Oh yeah! One more piece of advice - Make sure to enjoy every day of woodworking. It's all fun - even the mistakes! They are learning experiances!:)

Thank you all for your comments, they are very much apprecialted .