Shopsmith

This is a Shopsmith V woodworking tool. To find out more go here:

http://www.shopsmith.com/

This particular one was purchased in the early 60's but is still fully supported & all "modern" accessories fit it. I have several saw blades, the sanding disk, the lathe attachments, chisel set & bits.

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This beast takes a 30 amp circuit to run! The last time I successfully operated it was right before I took it out of my parents house about three years ago. The asking price on e-Bay is about $500. I'll let it go to a good home for $300.

 

I already have one ... but just for curiousity sake, what's the serial number on that one.

FWIW .. I had a 20 amp dedicated circuit put in when we built our house in Broadlands, and it ran fine on that.

 

*drool* this looks neat... esp for a one-car garage house.... but, 30amps... I guess I could run a new circuit... I definitely like the idea of an all-in-one machine!

How do you like it Neil?

 

The Shopsmith can do alot of what a normal table saw can do, as well as a drill press, lathe, etc. It does have its limitations, and because of its uniqueness, the base machine as well as the accessories (bandsaw, jointer, planer) can be pricey. Because you have to change it out from one tool usage to another you need to plan your cuts and other shaping to save you some time.

That said, it is a very accurate tool, which helped me finish off the kitchen in this house we have here. Floor and trim were cut using the Shopsmith, and it looks very professional. I just got to remember to measure twice and cut once.

You can upgrade older Shopsmiths to the current model with some upgrade kits that are available.

Again, not knowing the serial number I can't give you much specifics on the machine listed here.

 

sent you a PM, did you get it, or rather do you still have the shopsmith. I am interested.


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Well, many of you pointed out (here, via PM & E-mail) that the beast SHOULD run on a 20 amp circuit. So I contacted ShopSmith and they had a few good ideas. Like "Don't start the thing on high speed, ya noob!" So I'll try that and see how it goes.

 

Very true ... one of the things you learn quickly is to always turn down the speed adjustment prior to turning off the machine.

FWIW ... I didn't have problems with tripped breakers on my 1995 model Shopsmith when I left it at saw speed. Of course, it has the newer model motor that has less of an initial power drain.