April 14, 201214 yr Went to an auction today of a cabinet shop that went out of business. In the mix was part of an estate of an old friend and fellow woodworker. It was a great day. I met up again with fellow TPW member Darcy Warner and I spent a little money. I bought a 1947 Unisaw (right tilt) and an old working Craftsman jointer. I didn't want the jointer but there was a $20 starting bid and noone wanted it so I bought it for $20. As for the Delta Unisaw, I won't disclose what I paid for it but I'm going to church twice tomorrow to repent.Ron DudelstonSite HostAbove and Beyond WoodWorks
April 14, 201214 yr Author It was great to talk to you again. Keep me posted on any auctions in the future. Ron DudelstonSite HostAbove and Beyond WoodWorks
April 15, 201214 yr Hmm, A 47 Uni-saw. Do we suspect a restore in the making? I passed on a running 42 for $150.00 just don't have the room.  Larry OWWM Forum Host
April 15, 201214 yr Sounds like Ron has the OWWM bug GregScroll Saw forum hosthttp://www.thesawdustfactory.net/
April 15, 201214 yr Author Larry, it is in perfect condition with original paint so no restoration is needed. I don't have the goose egg cover but I think it may be in the owner's shop because the belts are fairly new and he might not have put it cback on. I'm checking on that. However, I have the top off and will do the routine maintenance on it. It was purchased in 1948 by a local dentist who didn't hurt it any and then it went to a shop teacher that I had in high scholl. Obviously, he didn't hurt it either. Whille I have the top off I'll polish the cast.  Greg, is it contagious?Ron DudelstonSite HostAbove and Beyond WoodWorks
April 15, 201214 yr Ron, Contagious yes, Terminal no! Larry OWWM Forum HostRon Dudelston said: Larry, it is in perfect condition with original paint so no restoration is needed. I don't have the goose egg cover but I think it may be in the owner's shop because the belts are fairly new and he might not have put it cback on. I'm checking on that. However, I have the top off and will do the routine maintenance on it. It was purchased in 1948 by a local dentist who didn't hurt it any and then it went to a shop teacher that I had in high scholl. Obviously, he didn't hurt it either. Whille I have the top off I'll polish the cast.  Greg, is it contagious? Ron DudelstonSite HostAbove and Beyond WoodWorks
April 16, 201214 yr Author Here's the newest member of the Dudelston household. I'm a 1948 model and this is a 1947 model. And yes, its in better shape than me.  I think the goose egg cover is still at the old owner's house so I'll be searching for it. Ron DudelstonSite HostAbove and Beyond WoodWorks
April 16, 201214 yr Ron, it looks great. Man you got a deal on that one. Looks like the top is in perfect condition. I hope you are able to find the original cover for the motor.John MoodySite AdministratorJohn Moody Woodworkshttp://www.johnmoodywoodworks.com
April 16, 201214 yr Author I think I've been bit. BTW, I ran the numbers on the jointer and it is a Craftsman made by King-Seeley in the late 40's. Its listed as a 6 1/8" and it purrs like a kitten and it is HEAVY. It was made when it was Craftsman, not Crapsman. After I took theses pictures I took a can of citrus cleaner the the lower saw base and it came clean. I prefer to leave the original paint if possible.Ron DudelstonSite HostAbove and Beyond WoodWorks
April 16, 201214 yr Crapsman? Larry OWWM Forum HostRon Dudelston said: I think I've neen bit. BTW, I ran the numbers on the jointer and it is a Crasman made by King-Seeley in the late 40's. Its listed as a 6 1/8" and it purrs like a kitten. It was made when it was Craftsman, not Crapsman. Ron DudelstonSite HostAbove and Beyond WoodWorks
April 18, 201214 yr Ron.......Even though the saw appears to be in good shape I would still change both arbor and motor bearings. Being that the saw is pushing retirement age and not knowing how the saw has been used/abused over those years I feel it good insurance knowing it will last another 50 yrs with minimal expense.My job is to give my kids things to discuss with their therapist
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