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I love old motors,and have a few from the 1950's. I have an old,but fine looking GE motor on my 14" bandsaw that is only a 3/4 H.P.,but it is very large. Must be at least 10" in diameter and at least the same in length. Those heavy duty old motors had a LOT more overload capacity than these scrawny sheet metal clad motors we see today. Master was a great brand. I have one on my shaper. Had a Lincoln on my old compressor,out of an old gas station. Should not have let it go(the motor).

ou should see the ONE H.P. 2 speed motor on my Hardinge from 1964. It looks like a 5 H.P. motor,OR LARGER! It must be a foot long and at least 10 " in diameter. Hope it doesn't blow out! I don't know how I could replace it unless I sent huge money to Hardinge. Then,how would I ever get the heavy thing way back down inside the cabinet? NOT BY MYSELF!!!:)
 
i have 2 old school motors that are similar in age to George's motors
i have a 1925 milling machine that was converted to electric drive from lineshaft drive, in the 40ish range
i also have a 1896ish Flather lathe that was converted in the 40's as well
 
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