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Concensus? No. On my last post, someone suggested that it was made by Doerr. Have not researched the source much further.

Hello Vintage Tool Enthusiasts, A couple of months ago I picked up an Chicago built vintage 1Z707 Dayton Grinder. It needs bearing and is missing some parts that could be hard to find. However, just got back from a visit to Tampa and while I was there I was able to find a similar vintage...

Thanks for all the comments!

Actually, the serial number is 60064-8 D.V so its 63 or newer, right>

Well it runs and does not seem to be out of balance. However, when shut off, it only spins for about 15 seconds. I am pretty sure it should spin for 3-5 minutes, right. I was told this was stored in an attic for many years. Just thought it could use some fresh grease. Pretty sure these...

Does anyone know if the bearings can be replaced? Or know how to regrease/rebuild the grinder? I am totally new to these grinders and have never taken one apart. Thought I would ask before I venture in blindly. I am pretty good at repairing things in general so comfortable doing it.

Did Dayton make their own grinders before the 1966 putchase by grainger?

Thats what I read somewhere. Another member said its pre 1963. One article said older rockwell parts may fit. I need the right side cover and tool rest. Its going to be a challenge to find… very cool looking american made toos so I could notnpass it up.

Thanks. Is there any serial decoder for dayton. I would love to find out how old it is and maybe who made it.

Hi I just picked up an old Dayton 1Z707 bench grinder. This thing is built like a sherman tank. I was told it was from the 50’s or 60’s. Unfortunately its missing the right side cover and the tool rest(?) are missing. It runs well, kinda hoping to do some restoration to it. I have attached...

Hi I just picked up an old Dayton 1Z707 bench grinder. This thing is built like a sherman tank. I was told it was from the 50’s or 60’s. Unfortunately its missing the right side cover and the tool rest(?) are missing. It runs well, kinda hoping to do some restoration to it. I have attached...