Recent content by thegrindstaffs

Here is a pic of my wiring. How do I change the wiring from the coil?

Thanks McBrownie, I'll try there. Torqueman, I found the equivalent, but it seems pricey. I wouldn't mind paying the $50 if I knew that's what the problem was but I hate to chance it and still end up with a paper weight.

I bought a model 397.19580 bench grinder at an auction a few weeks ago. Took it home and it worked great, figured I'd give this restoring thing a shot. I took it apart and cleaned out what felt like pounds of dirt and gunk. I cleaned it the best I could (still learning that part, tips and tricks...

Here is a picture from the website that I bought a replacement from that isn't working.

I have an unknown brand 1.5 ton floor jack that I bought at an auction. It was missing the clip the connects the handle to the piston. I found one on a random jack parts website and got it installed but it doesn't seem strong enough. I've bent it twice and it just pops off. My father in law...

now to add to the problem, I took the grinder all apart last night and put it back together, hooked up the wiring and flipped the switch. The shaft did not turn at all when turned on (spun freely when off) and the light did not turn on. Everything worked before I took it apart to clean it up.

great thank you so much. I know it's not as pretty as most on here, but it was a lot of fun to see what it can be transformed into.

When I turn on the motor, the shaft does spin, but not near as free as if the motor were off. It almost catches on each turn and takes more strength to spin it. But the motor never does actually start spinning the shaft at a normal speed.

Thank you Copilot. Just curious, what would be the best way to take the rust off?

Here is my first attempt at restoring a vise. I bought this at an auction for $4 and it was is horribly rough shape. I soaked it in cider vinegar for a few days and repainted it. The only issues I had is the bare metal did not stay shiny. If anyone has any tips please let me know. Also, is...

I bought a model 397.19580 bench grinder at an auction a few weeks ago. Took it home and it worked great, figured I'd give this restoring thing a shot. I took it apart and cleaned out what felt like pounds of dirt and gunk. I cleaned it the best I could (still learning that part, tips and tricks...