Monthly Archives: January 2012

Three Phase 3HP Motor Cleaning

Posted on January 28, 2012 by davidjbod

Clarence and Tim enabled me to pick up a 3 phase 3hp motor from our church because it was going to be scrapped after some repairs to the AC system.  Being unable to say no to a free motor that … Continue reading →

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Rockwell-Delta 46-499 Lathe

Posted on January 22, 2012 by davidjbod

I’ve been wanting a wood working lathe for a while but had been putting it off because they’re pricey. During Christmas I received enough money to make getting a lathe possible! So, I researched and read reviews on floor standing … Continue reading →

Posted in Tools, Woodworking | 9 Comments

Craftsman Bandsaw: Finished

Posted on January 2, 2012 by davidjbod

A reader questioned if I had ever put my bandsaw back together the other day.  I had but forgot to post about it.  So, here is that post.  Reassembly was the opposite of disassembly so I won’t talk about that … Continue reading →

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Clausing Drill Press: Reassembly

Posted on January 1, 2012 by davidjbod

After painting all of the parts it is time for reassembly.  The first thing I did was tap the holes for small #3 screws to hold hold the badges on.  I used my small drill press to hold the tap … Continue reading →

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