Mark VII a start and a long ways to go..

[miken]

I really like it with the butcher block. Very nice!
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[Mike]

Thank you Mike, I need to something about the ugly red plastic….

[miken]

Just let me know which ones you need. Not sure if they are threaded or molded on? If threaded, I can make them.
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[Mike]

Thank you Mike, I may take you up on that offer. One is threaded for sure the others probably molded.

[JPG]

Threaded???

[miken]

The plastic quill handle end and the crank handles are a press fit onto the end of splined rods. Not threaded. Not sure about the little table interlock thingy.

Mike

[Mike]

Yes the interlock thingy is threaded.

[Mike]

Getting close, was hoping to be finished…ran it and she runs beautifully. 800 RPM low end and 6000 or so high end and the dial clicks very smoothly. I was very happy, much nicer than my other machines. I have attempted to install upper and lower guard and was wondering about the following, knowing the parts I’m using are not necessarily for this model.
1. There is a slot about 3/4” wide on each side that would appear to let sawdust fly out of lower guard. Any idea what these slots are for?
2. The lower guard front plate just barely rubs on the blade. I read requirement is at least a 1/4” clearance. Do I have something installed wrong or is there a shorter arbor?
3. It appears there is still a lot of blade exposed and not a real good seal for dust. Is this just the way it is?
Many thanks for any assistance or clarification.

[JPG]

Is the quill shaft 1 1/8" proud of the collar? Looks sorta short????

[miken]

I think you can slide the guard out some on the quill?
Mike