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Hey everyone, got the 52 Rockwell delta homesite 16” scroll saw working. Seems to run pretty quiet and steady. Not 100% complete yet, but I can use it. the marathon 1/2hp 1725rpm motor was a good choice. Plenty of power. Now to run to HD to get some blades. Thanks to everyone for the great advice.

I sure am lol! Can’t wait to start ‘er up for the first time. thanks to all that replied!

Thanks so much! lessons learned…

I must have missed it with my failing eyesight. Black to #2 and white(no red) to #5? If so, pardon my stupidity for not seeing this…

Thanks for pointing that out! I attached it as requested. I apologize for not including it in the previous post.

Hi folks, I’m new here and so far have gotten two questions answered correctly, thanks!!! I have a new marathon b208 1/2hp 1725rpm motor and cannot figure how to wire it. I’m far from an electrician, but have wired motors in the past. This one is totally confusing me. I am visual and the diagram...

Thanks. I think the jbweld will suffice for a non-welder like myself. Lol

I’ll practice welding cause I really want to learn to weld. It’s an art in itself!

Thanks so much! JB Weld it is. I appreciate the replies! cheers.

Hi Lilredex, It is the 240v welder. Thanks for the good tip. Do you think with the 240v system it will work? Thanks in advance! Mark

Hi all, I am working on getting my vintage scroll saw running and have rebuilt all the inner workings. The function flawlessly considering I haven’t a clue. my issue is regarding my own stupidity. As I was aligning the saw with the hole I cut out of a much newer 1992 salta stand the saw...

Thanks so much!

Hi everyone, i M pretty new here and want to follow protocol. I have an old lathe I picked up from a guy in N.J. About 15 years ago. It has two badges on it, but it looks like they were rubbed off when the guy painted it. It has a home made stand and vibrates a lot. I’m going to take it apart...

What a nice restoration!!!

That’s one fine saw. I am in the midst of restoring this old Rockwell Delta to working condition. A labor of love. You will get another 100 years out of it! Lol Mine is a ‘52’ 16” scroll. I restored the internals so that it runs like a charm for instant use. Now it’s waiting for the new motor...