Recent content by JayS

I have an old Craftsman block grinder that worked perfectly when I stopped using it years ago. I have another grinder so I wasn't in any rush. I was going to change the power cord and paint the craftsman but never got to it. When I plugged it in a couple months ago it started but ran slow... I'm...

OK - I'll get around to posting some pics soon. I have to clean up a little first- I'm 1/2 way done building a bar in my living room and have a real mess in the garage next to my Camaro and Harley now. I did post pics of the pre-block(?) craftsman grinder a few days ago...

Turns out that you need 10 posts to send a private message. ( you can send a message to a select few members after 5 posts) But I was able to finally send a message through Email!

I figured someone would bust my chops for that ... I've learned a lot here and even got discount on racedeck flooring for my garage years ago by being a member. I guess I'm the quiet type LOL. My garage and basement workshop are functional, but not pretty, so I haven't posted any pictures.

I tried to reply but they wont let me do that either since I dont have enough posts. You can try sending me a message through email - maybe I can reply to that.....

My post count isnt high enough to send a message yet LOL. You can message me? Or eventually I'll have enough posts......

Thanks for the replies. I did not have it apart. It worked fine when I set it aside and spun for what seemed like minutes after it was shut off. I was just going to replace the dried out cord and paint it but never got to it. I have another grinder so there was no rush. I was showing it to my...

Hi, I've been lurking for a while and this grinder thread caught my eye. I have a 1/2 hp 397.19521 . It ran fine when I stopped using it years ago to restore it. I just plugged it in and its spinning very slow now. Maybe brushes? Anyone know where to buy them? I considered selling it but not...