Recent content by chris.labianco@gmail.

Are you thinking that the stator is binding on the rotor? Because everything is smooth and free.

Well aside from the ugly guards it looks pretty good after stripping, sanding, and painting. I replaced the bearings and cleaned the electric connections which all looked clean and in excellent shape. Started right up and sounded great. Put the discs on and also was working fine. However, I...

I forgot to mention that I narrowed it down to 397.19360 or I think 257.192190, and i think the latter is the more desireable of the two with heavier Paramount/Allegretti windings. Unfortunately the links and photos on the main block grinder information thread seem to be broken so I couldn't...

Anyone know what model number this is, or about what year based on the serial number (832400187)? I picked it up for $60 with a new wheel. All I can see is a serial number, and 1 HP. I'm not sure what years they switched to plastic eye shields and the different push pull switch. Inside there's...