Recent content by balthor

Thanks, so I'm looking to use this and not restore it to perfection and don't really need the swivel. Also, I don't think it is as in bad shape as it looks, as I'm told it's actually Army colored paint on top of the original paint, not necessarily as rusty as it looks.

I found this C2 locally, would you buy it for $375?

I hear ya. I would like to learn how to rewind this thing myself, but am also wanting to get a grinder up and running. I'm fine with spending money, if it allows me to learn a new skill. As far as the windings, are they aluminum windings coated with a varnish? When exposed, they have a light...

Well, I went through and coated all the exposed windings with varnish. I tried to power it on multiple times, even spun it then flicked the switch, and as soon as I did the arbor stopped in it's tracks. It looks like I'm going to have to rewind this thing. Any suggestions on where to purchase...

Looks good!

Nice, I just ordered some Liquid Electrical Tape. Does it matter if the starting wires are shorted to each other? Here is a picture since GJ has issues with embedding imgur. https://i.imgur.com/yBPJ697.jpg

Thanks. So I got it to spin for a few seconds, and I think the issue is my windings are slightly damaged. Uh... well I was going to take a picture and well the starting lead connector fell off. How can I repair this, recrimp the lead? What spray should I apply to avoid shorting?

Thanks for the info, I'll check it out. I disassembled the relay completely, cleaned it and tested continuity. What should the relay coil resistance be? 0 ohms? This model is 1/2HP and does not have a starting capacitor. After reassembling it, I added the light to the relay and switch, and the...

Does the stator body with the windings need to be grounded to the frame? I've replaced bearings and the motor rotates freely, but as soon as I turn it on it hums then trips the breaker. I've tested resistance of all the windings and it looks fine. The windings all have continuity to each other...

Hakko

All of these are marked HSS and most are Jarvis, it wasn't rust on these, but some gummy substance.

Awesome work! :rocker:

Not sure, but it says "Thread It" USA on them.

I'm almost positive the calipers are Craftsman. See: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Craftsman-Tools-4-Machinist-Inside-Caliper-/322442068798 http://www.ebay.com/itm/Craftsman-Spring-Type-Flat-Leg-Outside-Caliper-Tool-Machinist-Woodworking-0-6-/401190557960

Unfortunately, I don't have the set yet, or I'd post high quality images. Those images are from the Ebay listing. The one you are referring to is the top one here.