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    Flying V Craftsman (1/2in) Bearing Size?

    I wanted to use the 3/16 just because I already had them handy. But it wouldnt even get close to fitting. Will have to go the BB route now, no big deal.
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    Flying V Craftsman (1/2in) Bearing Size?

    Noob question here Jim, but what should I put inside my flying V when I get her buttoned back up? Just some 3 in one oil or the super lube synthetic grease Or a combo of both?
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    Flying V Craftsman (1/2in) Bearing Size?

    This is awesome. I ordered some 3/16th bearings already. Will using these (.1875) vs. the bb's at .177 bind the ratchet or cause any problems?
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    Flying V Craftsman (1/2in) Bearing Size?

    Well lads it happened. I was taking apart a very well preserved V Date code 'flying v' 1/2 inch ratchet (you know, the kind with the massive deco-styled selector) and the ball bearing flew out into the next dimension. Any idea on the size to replace it? Thankfully I have all the circlips and...
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    Wanted Craftsman Professional 4.5 Vise (51888)

    bump
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    Wanted Craftsman Professional 4.5 Vise (51888)

    Still on the hunt, let me know what you have
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    Snap-on name tags for Wilton Vises

    I am looking for the 1.5 by 4 inch Snap-on badges that came on Wilton tradesman vises. If anyone has a pair (I need two) be the NOS, Used, or reproduction, please PM me.
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    Wanted Craftsman Professional 4.5 Vise (51888)

    Still lookin
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    Wanted Craftsman Professional 4.5 Vise (51888)

    bump
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    Wanted Craftsman Professional 4.5 Vise (51888)

    Still looking!
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    ISO Wilton Tradesman 1750 (among other vices)

    Still lookin'
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    Wanted Craftsman Professional 4.5 Vise (51888)

    bump
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    The Unofficial Vise Parts Swap Thread.

    On the hunt for a US-made 51871 Craftsman base (or OEM columbian of similar vintage) Need only the base
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    Wanted Craftsman Professional 4.5 Vise (51888)

    I am looking for the craftsman 4.5 inch Chinese Wilton- the copy of the tradesman 1745 vise. The Model: 51888. SKU is below. I know lots of yall bought duplicates when they were being discontinued. PM me and I will buy it off of you. SKU: 009051888000 | Item: 00951888 | Found- thanks...
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    ISO Wilton Tradesman 1750 (among other vices)

    Wednesday bump
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    ISO Wilton Tradesman 1750 (among other vices)

    pre-weekend bump
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    ISO Wilton Tradesman 1750 (among other vices)

    Vises are my vice. I am looking to buy working and restorable Craftsman 51871 vise and am also looking for a good, restorable/ working Wilton 1750 for a snap-on extreme green paint project so it will match my box. PM what you have. Open to purchase any reasonable, non-exposed screw craftsman...
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    VISE REPAIR 101 all vise repairs, lubricants, sources for parts and the tricks to fix

    This is a beautiful vise, thanks for the input. The lime green would match my box perfect, if I ever get a wilton bullet, I will def keep a similar lime green shade like this in mind.
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    VISE REPAIR 101 all vise repairs, lubricants, sources for parts and the tricks to fix

    Here is a pic of the anvil, it has fairly heavy pitting, but I dont mind if the final anvil still displays these imperfections as long as it is mirrorlike.
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    VISE REPAIR 101 all vise repairs, lubricants, sources for parts and the tricks to fix

    Just watched a video on this, seems very doable. Just get some silicon carbide paper and go coarse to fine. Thank you for the suggestion.
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