Difference between revisions of "Restoration of Craftsman 4" joiner"

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The jointer needs a fair bit of work before it can be effectively used:
 
The jointer needs a fair bit of work before it can be effectively used:
 
* Remove rust from bed, with oil + steel wool, then sandpaper from course up to 1000 grit
 
* Remove rust from bed, with oil + steel wool, then sandpaper from course up to 1000 grit
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* [optional] Buy non-silicone wax for bed
 
* Research the fence, figure out how it's supposed to provide rigidity, and fix it
 
* Research the fence, figure out how it's supposed to provide rigidity, and fix it
 
* Replace the belt
 
* Replace the belt
 
  
 
== Planned improvements ==
 
== Planned improvements ==

Revision as of 15:41, 18 March 2016

Jesse brought in a Craftsman 4" jointer on 03/16/2016. This tool has been in a barn for a couple decades and will need significant work to be truly operational. However the basic functionality is there - the motor runs and the blades cut.


Contents

Photos

Before restoration


Usability

The jointer needs a fair bit of work before it can be effectively used:

  • Remove rust from bed, with oil + steel wool, then sandpaper from course up to 1000 grit
  • [optional] Buy non-silicone wax for bed
  • Research the fence, figure out how it's supposed to provide rigidity, and fix it
  • Replace the belt

Planned improvements

  • Build a replacement stand
  • Install a hinged motor mount for belt tensioning
  • Add a belt guard
  • Add a starter switch


Restoration resources

Nothing yet...

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