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    The VISES of Garage Journal

    Hi Ganymede - Yes, I agree, it is in surprisingly good condition, with Made In USA on the Static and Dynamic Jaw. That makes more sense. Perhaps the color is a key to timeframe.
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    The VISES of Garage Journal

    I picked up an interesting Columbian D46 M, which the owner said was a NOS piece out of a local tool distributor. Except for some latex paint splashes, this Made in USA, 6" vise retains its original paint. Was used in a professional engineers lab and had an easy life. $50 brought it home and...
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    Columbian Vise D44 M3 - Same as 204 M3?

    Update: I took the dynamic jaw to a machine shop, had them grind and smooth the Boss down where the spindle inserts. Also had them machine an oilite bushing (3/4 id) to help with the racking. Collar works very well and vise operates very smoothly with the bushing. So the collar will work with...
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    Identify this 83 Pound Vise....

    Similar to this vise? I think this is an Irwin outsource of a Record Vise. Stamped India on the other side. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/tls/3510479314.html
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    Columbian Vise D44 M3 - Same as 204 M3?

    Hi, The parts I am seeking - jaw screws, Spindle washer and ring and collar are the same size as the 204. So I am really trying this out and consulted with Viseparts, who also thought it might work. Otherwise, I can return them. The Spindle washer is too large in diameter, so I will use a...
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    Columbian Vise D44 M3 - Same as 204 M3?

    Just an update: The washer for the spindle is too large. Screws are of course fine Collar and set screw - hmmnnn I know this is for reversing only, but I saved the crimped ring and unsure if I this will work. More later. Will post pictures now that I have a camera back in the house. Frank
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    Columbian Vise D44 M3 - Same as 204 M3?

    Just a follow up for anyone else watching this thread. Emailed Viseparts.com and measured the spindle of my D44 M3. My spindle is a 3/4-4 Acme Thread and is 14 inches long. So I ordered replacement parts for a 503 -1/2 current vise. (BA-10102S25) 503-1/2-25/603-1/2-25 COLLAR & SET SCREW KIT...
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    Columbian Vise D44 M3 - Same as 204 M3?

    Thanks. I will post my findings later today.
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    Columbian Vise D44 M3 - Same as 204 M3?

    I picked up a much needed swivel base vise for light and medium duty work. It was a used Columbian D44 M3 and is intact with all parts. I want to do a restoration on it before putting it back in service. Read through the threads, but could not find out if the D44 M3 and the 204 M3 are the same...
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    WTB: Matco Toolbox Badge - Mid 80's

    Looking for the old style badge - 4-6 inches in length, 1 inch high, black background. Made of Pot Metal and has two mounting holes. Appears Matco thought they had some in stock and sent me a plastic script version. Just looking to complete the bottom box.
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    Matco Toolbox Paint Code Needed

    Good Afternoon, I have searched for a thread on this and could have sworn there was once one. Have two boxes, I believe are circa 1996 - not sure, MB 511 top box and a MB521 bottom roller. These boxes are in need of a decent cleaning and powder coat/respray after many years of service. So I am...
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    Griot's Garage Orbital Kit

    I agree the Flex XC3401 is a strong machine and the price differential between that and the Porter Cable makes one contemplate how serious a machine you need. That is debated all over the web on detailing websites between the Flex and Porter Cable. The Griots machine does have the lifetime...
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    Griot's Garage Orbital Kit

    The deal now is at $99 and free shipping. Half off. So I believe this will be the older version of the unit, but still a very good one, including the detail kit.
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    Snap On Tool Box Identification

    Latch, Lock and Roll Part Number is : Part Number: 10-885B Thanks!
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    Snap On Tool Box Identification

    Good Afternoon, I ended up looking at this group of boxes today and we arrived at an agreeable price, which included items not in the first ad - tools, hanging shelf. Thanks to this group for your help. Will pick up next weekend after the holiday, degrease and clean, as well as lube the...
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