formariz 11,987 #76 Posted December 13, 2020 25 minutes ago, DennisThornton said: Pretty fancy tensioner! Drops into a bench dog hole? Can't remember seeing one but I really like it! LOL. Its re purposing central here. Many years ago I owned a massive Ryobi chop saw with a 16" blade. The only two things left from it is this clamp that fit into a hole on the table and a 16" blade. For perhaps 25 years its been tossed around here constantly and finally it found a purpose. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #77 Posted December 13, 2020 2 minutes ago, formariz said: LOL. Its re purposing central here. Many years ago I owned a massive Ryobi chop saw with a 16" blade. The only two things left from it is this clamp that fit into a hole on the table and a 16" blade. For perhaps 25 years its been tossed around here constantly and finally it found a purpose. "16" blade" Wow! I was impressed with my 12" compound slider! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formariz 11,987 #78 Posted December 13, 2020 1 minute ago, DennisThornton said: "16" blade" Wow! I was impressed with my 12" compound slider! Before the compound saws were around that one was the only thing able to miter up to 10”+ crown molding on the upright position on table. That was mainly its function. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #79 Posted December 13, 2020 13 minutes ago, formariz said: Before the compound saws were around that one was the only thing able to miter up to 10”+ crown molding on the upright position on table. That was mainly its function. Ok. Understood. A couple of friends had a: Really handy for timber frames! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formariz 11,987 #80 Posted December 13, 2020 1 minute ago, DennisThornton said: Ok. Understood. A couple of friends had a: Really handy for timber frames! Had one also. Used it often to cut through floors in NYC old brownstones. Still have also blades for it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formariz 11,987 #81 Posted December 13, 2020 14” and 15” from the Ryobi and the Makita. There is a 16” one here too a bit buried. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #82 Posted December 13, 2020 5 minutes ago, formariz said: Had one also. Used it often to cut through floors in NYC old brownstones. Still have also blades for it. I live on 40 acres of woodlands with huge pines and some big hardwoods. I have a Norwood sawmill and of course I'm interested in timber framing so that huge Makita was of interest! While I still don't have one of those I do have one of these: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formariz 11,987 #83 Posted December 20, 2020 So today my oldest son was here with kids so it was the time to bring grindstone out and have it’s first tryout with the gasoline run version. It essentially worked flawlessly needing only a few additional tweaks. No vibration whatsoever from engine and stone is now rotating at a comfortable consistent 85 RPMs with almost no tension on belt. Soon it will make the trip to its permanent location. IMG_5096.MOV 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,711 #84 Posted December 20, 2020 6 hours ago, formariz said: grindstone Absolutely beautiful piece of work Sir. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #85 Posted December 20, 2020 Pleasure to watch! Clever use of the gear reduction. I noticed the clothes guard moves and I don't know why. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formariz 11,987 #86 Posted December 20, 2020 57 minutes ago, DennisThornton said: I noticed the clothes guard moves and I don't know why. Its actually vibration from the motor. Actually it is the only place vibration is noticeable. Guard is very narrow in thickness having only two screws from the bottom up into it holding it so it is relatively flimsy compared to everything else. It will also move slightly when using treadle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #87 Posted December 20, 2020 At first I thought the stone was pushing it but the stone looks perfectly round. Odd vibration. Nice grinder! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formariz 11,987 #88 Posted December 21, 2020 23 hours ago, DennisThornton said: At first I thought the stone was pushing it but the stone looks perfectly round. Odd vibration. Nice grinder! It is very odd and it has me puzzled a bit.Not that it matters but It drives me nuts when I don't understand why something does what it does. I am thinking that it has to do with wheel. Although wheel is pretty much dead on round, it does wobble sideways a little bit. That motion on the guard sort of follows that pattern. It almost like wheel twists frame slightly creating that motion on guard. A little more investigation is in order. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #89 Posted December 21, 2020 1 minute ago, formariz said: It is very odd and it has me puzzled a bit.Not that it matters but It drives me nuts when I don't understand why something does what it does. I am thinking that it has to do with wheel. Although wheel is pretty much dead on round, it does wobble sideways a little bit. That motion on the guard sort of follows that pattern. It almost like wheel twists frame slightly creating that motion on guard. A little more investigation is in order. Yep! Bothered me too because I couldn't see why. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #90 Posted October 15, 2021 @formariz Took me forever, but! And by the way. Sorry I missed your birthday! Was really busy, actually still am.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formariz 11,987 #91 Posted October 15, 2021 3 hours ago, DennisThornton said: Took me forever, but! Awesome great find and in good condition. I really like the setup on the small one. You will find that one very useful. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #92 Posted October 15, 2021 Great price on both and BOTH were at the same home! I'll replace the wood on the motorized one and I'll keep the treadle intact but I'll straighten it. There's a support for a drip container but I'll have to make one. I'm uncertain how to refurbish it. I could try to make it look like new but that's not really what I want, yet I just can't leave it as is... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handy Don 12,251 #93 Posted October 15, 2021 The small one looks like it's mounted on a treadle sewing machine base. Cool. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #94 Posted October 15, 2021 43 minutes ago, Handy Don said: The small one looks like it's mounted on a treadle sewing machine base. Cool. Tis! An added plus. I really like it but I LOVE the other one! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formariz 11,987 #95 Posted October 15, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, DennisThornton said: I'm uncertain how to refurbish it. I could try to make it look like new but that's not really what I want, yet I just can't leave it as is... Probably the thing to do since it’s all there. Just oil it so it functions properly . Also oil all the metal parts to stop it from rusting more and keep that patina.it’s a great display piece. Everyone loves those things, it’s a great attention getter. Great charm to them. Edited October 15, 2021 by formariz Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #96 Posted October 15, 2021 Just now, formariz said: Probably the thing to do since it’s all there. Just oil it so it functions properly . Also oil all the metal parts to stop it from rusting more and keep that patina.it’s a great display piece. Everyone loves those things. I've used linseed oil but it will fail in time. I prefer Tung oil now but I've not tested it outside for long. Which oil? Motor oil? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formariz 11,987 #97 Posted October 15, 2021 Either motor oil or WD40. Either will dry in time and has to be reapplied. Could also clear it with a flat or satin clear. Regular ocasional oiling and use will keep looking like that. It will be around long after we are gone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #98 Posted October 15, 2021 18 minutes ago, formariz said: Either motor oil or WD40. Either will dry in time and has to be reapplied. Could also clear it with a flat or satin clear. Regular ocasional oiling and use will keep looking like that. It will be around long after we are gone. Then I think I will hammer and dolly a few spots and put some petroleum products to her! Look forward to using it. Stone is almost perfect but I'd like to true it as you did. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
