Looking at a couple of South Bends

If ever want the book How to Run a Lathe
I have about 10 books left that slowly selling
Back in the 80'S I give the to all my employees and had few left

Dave

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I have a photo copied version of the '66 edition. If you have original copies than I would be interested in one for sure!

K
 
That looks to be in great condition. You will love it a ton over the Atlas.
 
Question...

On the style cabinet I have is it worth (or even suggested) to use leveling feet? I know folks with 9s proabably don't put a ton of time into making sure everything is perfect but since the cabinet is about a light as it's ever going to be....

It does have 4 hole in the bottom.

BTW, those cabinets a deceptively heavy!

K
 
Just looked at my cabinet and the floor isn't really all that rugged. I think that answers my question.

K
 
Not sure if I should break out into a new thread since I'm past the looking part and now onto the owning phase...

I've run into my first issue. The relay cover on the GE motor is broken. I saw it was cracked when I bought it but now that it's home I see it's worse than that. Two chunks I have but one missing. Some chips and dirty have made they're way in. Honestly I don't see how the relay worked at all, the contacts are a mess, covered in oil and grime.

From what I understand the relay is so I can quickly change from forward to reverse. Seems like a handy way to send your chuck flying.

The relay and the housing are all kind of one piece. I've looked around and they don't seem to be available.

Has anyone had to deal with them before? A lot of these motors didn't come with them so maybe it can be disabled/bypassed? My motor did work when I looked at it...

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K
 
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