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I guess I’m gonna have to ring a grinder parts picture identification guide some where to figure out what’s what. Lol. Would that be the springy collar on one side of the armature? Only thing I saw that might be adjustable by where it sit on the shaft.

Yes been reading lots on vises and grinders. From what I’m reading I think my little half horse china grinder is done. I tore it apart and cleaned it up. All the copper windings are black as in burnt. After reassembly it will start if I give it a helper spin but not by itself. No bearings just...

Thought I’d show some pics of an old vise from the farm dad said it’s always been there. I cleaned it up. It’s been very used and abused. Rock Island No. 593. The stationary jaw has been welded on. Looks good though. The moving jaw is missing and beat all to ****. The screw didn’t have a...

Yep thank you Baja!

Hey guys. And gals. New to this forum. Found it by searching for information on an old vise from the farm and haven’t been on my usual forum since then. Been reading. Alot. Haha. So this is my first post. Lookin for 5 so I can post pics and get needed info on a grinder. Thanks for haveing me.