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    Porter Cable (metal) shaper questions

    The motor on my shaper is a 1/2 hp single phase motor. It is the original motor. It has a paper tag on it that says the tag was printed on 12-10-41. The SN on my machine is # 140. A few pictures are attached. Doug B.
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    Porter Cable (metal) shaper questions

    Any updates on the shaper? I also have a Porter Cable shaper and can answer any of your questions. Doug B.
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    I've got a guy coming to look at my WW2 era South Bend 9x42, what's it worth?....

    I agree, $1200 tops. It is a model C, which means no QCGB or power feeds, only thread cutting with the change gears. The milling attachment is not a South Bend brand, it is a Palmgren brand, which is still a decent attachment. The price will also depend on if there are any broken teeth on the...
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    Cutting oil

    Anchorlube G-771 is a green lube that is the consistency of pudding that works very well for drilling and cutting in general. It is environmentally friendly as it contains no oil. You can get a free sample from thier website http://www.anchorlube.com/ Another good oil is Ultra Lube Metal...
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    speeder bar extension - anybody make one

    Here is a 1/2" drive extension made by Kent Moore, part # J-21487 1. Total length is 7 1/2".
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    speeder bar extension - anybody make one

    I have one that is exactly like you describe. I think it is a Blackhawk 1/2" drive. I will have to look when I get home from work. It might only be about 8" long.
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    The VISES of Garage Journal

    What color paint is the Baby Bullet vise painted? Can you get it in a spray can? I have been looking for this color to paint my abor press stand. Thanks
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    Compressor Decisions

    I replaced the tank on my 20 gallon Campbell Hausfeld compressor a few months ago because the weld around the drain plug was leaking. I upgraded my tank to a 26 gallon tank and ordered it through http://www.toolpartsdirect.com/. It came directly from Campbell Hausfeld and shipping was only...
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